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Social Anthropology is no longer accepting new applications.
Apply using the Applicant Portal
The Apply Now button on the right will take you to the Applicant Portal, where you can create and submit your application and supporting documents, and request references.
An application is only complete when:
- you have submitted your application and supporting documents via the Applicant Portal
- you have paid the £60 application fee
- 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 MRes 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. Applicants who do not hold such a qualification may wish to consider applying for the Department's MPhil in Social Anthropology.
Selection Process
Applications are considered as they are received (rolling applications) with a strict limit on the number of offers that can be made each year.
In some cases the Department may defer a final decision until after the course closing date in which case the applicants will be informed of this by the Department.
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 (max. 1)
Please upload a sample of your work, 3,000–5,000 in length words. Applicants may submit a longer piece of work, but must highlight the section to be considered. - Research proposal
This is a vital document and it is not sufficient to simply fill in the proposal box (12A) on the application form. You should head the document with your name and the title of your intended project. Approximately 1,000 words in length (excluding references), the proposal 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. If applicants wish to continue their research at PhD level, the proposal should indicate how the research would be extended at this level.
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.