Social Anthropology (master)

Learning outcomes

Social Anthropology engages with contemporary social issues through empirically grounded studies of people’s lives. You learn how anthropologists have developed theoretical and methodological tools for conducting such studies. You also learn to apply these yourself through designing your own research project, carrying out ethnographic fieldwork and analysing qualitative research data.

The specialization in contemporary ethnography gives you in-depth knowledge of the use of anthropological theory and methods in a diverse range of non-academic applied contexts. The specialization in global political economy gives you in-depth knowledge of key concepts and debates in anthropological analyses of work, capital and finance, and the role of culture in business.

Upon completing the master's programme in Social Anthropology, you will have the following knowledge, skills, and general competences:

Learning outcomes for students who started autumn 2019-2024

Knowledge

Advanced knowledge within the field of Social Anthropology, with a particularly thorough knowledge of political, socio-economic, and cultural-historical perspectives on contemporary issues.
Advanced knowledge of qualitative research methods.
Advanced knowledge of how an ethnographic approach can be used in short-term applied research, and for the purpose of answering specific empirical questions.
Specific in-depth knowledge of the theme, theory and region chosen for your master’s thesis.

Skills

Formulate a viable research problem on contemporary issues and conduct independent ethnographic fieldwork in line with academic, methodological, and ethical guidelines.
Identify, collect, select, and assess relevant sources and data for purposes of analysing specific research questions.
Analyse and deal critically with existing theories and methods within Social Anthropology in an independent manner.
Apply your knowledge to current challenges within the field of Social Anthropology.
Translate your academic research experience into job-related competence.
Present knowledge-based information, and academic arguments, orally and in writing

General competence

Analyse relevant anthropological literature, concretize social problems, and know how you draw the connection between social theory and empirical challenges and questions.
Analyse and communicate existing theories and ethical considerations concerning political, economic, and social problems.
Carry out an independent research project within the field of Social Anthropology in accordance with applicable norms for research ethics.
Use advanced skills in qualitative, social-scientific research methods and apply them in a problem-solving context.
Apply your knowledge and skills in new research areas in order to carry out advanced assignments and projects.
Discuss academic questions connected to your own and other people’s work.
Communicate academic knowledge in English, both orally and written, using the terms and language required to convey your scholarly knowledge to both academic and other audiences.
Contribute to the working environment based on knowledge and experience.

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