Visual Anthropology MA
University of Manchester · Manchester, United Kingdom
About this programme
This course combines anthropology with practical training in film-making, editing, visual methods, photography, sensory ethnography and sound
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- £32,000 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
A UK Honours degree (or overseas equivalent) at 2:1 level in anthropology, sociology, or related social science or humanities subject. When assessing your academic record we take into account your grades, your academic references, and the standing of the institution where you studied. We also welcome: Applicants with an academic or professional background in media production, such as in film-making, photography and sound-art as well as those coming from an art-making background. Applicants with professional experience in journalism, social and development work.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (5)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Charles Wallace Burma Trust Academic GrantsPartial funding · Check official website
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds
- Manchester Global Masters ScholarshipsPartial funding · Rolling, apply early