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University of Bayreuth

Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Social and Cultural Anthropology

Original title: Social & Cultural Anthropology, Master of Arts (M.A.)

English4 semestersNo Tuition / Semester Fee OnlyBavaria

This full-time English-taught master's program offers advanced training in socio-cultural anthropology with close mentorship, emphasizing ethnographic research and global contemporary issues including African studies.

Overview

Why this program?

International-student friendly
English-friendly instruction
No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Social Sciences
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Social and Cultural Anthropology

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Students aiming for research careers, academia, or roles in cultural studies and international development.

Career outcomes

  • Anthropological researcher
  • Cultural consultant
  • NGO/project coordinator
  • Academic career in anthropology
  • International development specialist

Skills you will learn

  • Ethnographic research methods
  • Cross-cultural analysis
  • Interdisciplinary academic skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Academic writing in English

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeRestricted Admission
RequirementsBachelor’s degree with a grade of 2.5 or higher in Social & Cultural Anthropology, Culture and Society, Interdisciplinary African Studies or equivalent; English language proficiency C1; German language proficiency A1 (can be submitted by the end of the 2nd semester); Cover letter explaining motivation (max 2 pages)
Deadline1 March to 15 October for German and EU citizens; 1 March to 15 July for non-EU citizens
LanguageEnglish
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesNo tuition fees; semester fee required for student services and public transportation
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Anthropological researcher
Cultural consultant
NGO/project coordinator
Academic career in anthropology
International development specialist

University

University of Bayreuth

University of Bayreuth is located in Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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