Students looking to continue their education after an undergraduate degree may look at a Master of Science. This graduate program usually focuses on scientific or mathematical areas of study. It can be completed in one to two years.

What is an MSc in Sociocultural Anthropology? Sociocultural anthropology looks at sociology, political economy and anthropology to get a better understanding of where biopolitics, nationalism, modernity and colonialism intersect. Like other MSc programs, this study may include research projects, lectures, dissertations and fieldwork. Students are encouraged to participate in required and elective courses that may include principles and applications of sociocultural theory, social theory and contemporary questions, religion and media, key debates in anthropology, theory for ethnographic practices, and reading, writing and ethnography.

This course of study provides students with a variety of skills and understandings they can use to improve their career opportunities and everyday lives. For example, graduates may have stronger analytical, communication and organizational skills after finishing this degree program.

The cost of an MSc in Sociocultural Anthropology is not the same at every university. In fact, the tuition can change from one year to the next. Students can get an estimate by contacting a specific school.

Nonprofit organizations, government agencies and international businesses may all have an interest in graduates with an MSc in Sociocultural Anthropology. Students could go on to become advisor and project managers for cities, policy officers or research specialists for scientific research groups, branding consultants or operations managers for international companies, or communication heads for nonprofit groups. The skills and knowledge gained through this study can also help students continue with education.

Scholars may be able to find this type of course at universities around the world. Some schools may offer courses online or on campus. To learn more, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.