The MA Anthropology at University College Cork is a postgraduate degree designed for students eager to delve into the complexities of human societies through state-of-the-art ethnographic training and rigorous cultural, political, and social theory. You will gain invaluable insights by engaging with staff from the Marginalized & Endangered Worldviews Study Centre and the Economy & Society Research Centre, preparing you to address contemporary global challenges. This programme is ideal for those seeking a deep understanding of diverse worldviews and the analytical tools to interpret them effectively.
This full-time, on-campus Masters programme is structured over one year, blending classroom seminars with active participation in international summer schools and colloquia. You will undertake core modules in anthropological paradigms, theories, and ethnography, alongside elective options such as cyber social futures or the anthropology of death. The course culminates in a significant dissertation or a practical fieldwork placement, offering hands-on experience in locations like Latin America or India. You will graduate with advanced research skills and a nuanced perspective, ready for careers in research, policy, or international development.