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Apply using the Applicant Portal
The Apply Now button on the right will take you to the Applicant Portal. There, you can create and submit your application and supporting documents, and you can also request your references.
An application is only complete when:
- you have submitted your application and supporting documents via the Applicant Portal
- you have paid the application fee if applicable. For further information on application fees, and which courses require an application fee, see here.
- your referees have provided their references.
If you miss the deadlines specified in this section, you will not be able to submit your application.
The PhD course is intended for students who already have full training at undergraduate and/or Master's level in the methods and perspectives of Social/Cultural Anthropology.
Selection Process
Applications are considered as they are received (on a rolling basis). Applicants should expect to hear whether they have been successful in receiving an offer of admission within eight weeks after submission of their completed applications and supporting documents. Applications submitted before the funding competition deadline will be reviewed in January or earlier, and those applicants can expect to receive an admissions decision by late February.
Further information on How To Apply
Things You'll Need
In order to apply for this course you'll need to think about getting a few things ready before you apply.
- Two academic references
- Transcript
- CV/resume
- Evidence of competence in English
If required - you can check using our tool - Sample of work (1)
Please upload a sample of work of around 3,000–5,000 words. Applicants may submit a longer piece of work, but must highlight the section to be considered. The sample must be entirely your own work, fully referenced and in English. - Research proposal (M)
This is a vital document and it is not sufficient to simply fill in the research summary box on the application form. Applicants should head the document with their name and the title of their intended project. Proposals are usually 1,000 to 2,500 words in length (excluding references) and should give a clear idea of the viability and importance of the research area. It should take note of relevant academic literature, and some thought should be given to the methodology by suggesting appropriate research methods.
Gates Cambridge Scholarships
If you wish to be considered for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship you will also need to provide the following:
See Gates Cambridge for more information.