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UK, Scotland
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1583
Total Students: 45,615 +
Int. Students: 13,353 +
Main Campus Address
Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL, United Kingdom
Social anthropology is the study of human conduct and thought. Societies around the world vary enormously socially, culturally and politically.
The study of these variations, and the common humanity that underlies them, is at the heart of social anthropology.
There are close links between:
You will take a broad range of courses in Year 1 and 2, which will give you a good grounding in the study of anthropology, including an opportunity to undertake anthropological research.
You will further develop your understanding of the subject and research skills in years 3 and 4 by choosing from a variety of advanced optional courses and undertaking a dissertation project of your own design.
Between years 3 and 4 you will spend up to four months on an individual research project that will form the basis of your dissertation. Fieldwork for your project can be done both within and outside the UK.
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
84 Days
Full-Time
48 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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sep 2024 | Closed | |
sep 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career opportunities
Previous graduates have chosen careers in areas such as:
Others have gained employment with international organisations such as Oxfam.
A growing number choose to continue with postgraduate study in anthropology, leading to careers as anthropological researchers with universities, public bodies such as the NHS, or private sector companies.
There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 28,000
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 28,000
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 28,000
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 28,000
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
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