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MA ANTHROPOLOGY
- Qualification
- Master Of Arts Degree
- CAO/MU Apply code
- MHC61
- Award Type and NFQ level
- TAUGHT MASTERS (9)
- Study Mode
- Part time
- Closing Date
- 27 August 2027
Overview
This is the part-time version of the MA in Anthropology programme. The MA in Anthropology is an advanced degree in socio-cultural anthropology in which students are given a comprehensive introduction to the theoretical underpinnings of the discipline, a block of modules that open up and explore the conceptual and methodological core of the discipline and a series of specialised modules that show the range of socio-cultural anthropology today. Students are also required to write a Masters thesis. The MA in Anthropology is primarily a degree that aims to equip students for later doctoral research or for professional careers that are enhanced by academic social-scientific knowledge or the particular skills of trained ethnographic researchers.
Commences
September
Course structure
Duration: 2 years part-time
Students take a total of 90 credits over 2 years.
Course structure
Year 1
Those intending to take the part-time MA in Anthropology are expected to take 40 credits in the first year.
Year 2
Students will complete 50 credits in the second year. Students are required to write a thesis which represents 30 credits.
For details on current timetables and course structures see: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/anthropology/timetables
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
Important: The information on this page is for prospective students, MU current students and staff should use Programme Directory.
Year 1
Year 2
Careers after your Masters
An anthropology degree provides an excellent preparation for a wide variety of fields in both public and private sectors and is an especially good foundation for an international career. Anthropology has become increasingly important as a job skill in the context of globalisation, where a deeper understanding of cultural difference is crucial, both locally and internationally. Our graduates go on to employment in a wide variety of careers in community work, education, the health professions, product design, international aid and development projects, NGO work, business and administration and more.
Read about careers in Anthropology here
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a minimum of a Bachelor Honours degree (NFQ Level 8) (or equivalent) with a minimum of a Second-Class Honours, Grade 2 (2:2) in Anthropology or a cognate discipline.
If you do not meet the standard entry requirements then you may be eligible to apply under the University's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. Please click here for further information.
Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here.
How to apply
Applications must be made via the MU Apply portal. Please click here to start your application.
When making your application, please ensure you prepare any documents listed below. You may be required to submit documents in two stages. You will be required to upload and submit the following documents with your application:
- Full academic transcripts for all semesters/ years completed to date
- Graduation Certificate if you have graduated
- A copy of your passport
- Up to date CV
You will be required to upload the following documents after you submit your application:
- Personal Statement (minimum 500 words on why you would like to study your chosen programme)
If English is not your first language, you may be required to upload evidence of English language proficiency. For information please click here.