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University of Birmingham: African Studies
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of History and Cultures |
| Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
| artsandlawgraduateschool@contacts.bham.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)121 414 3597 |
| Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
**The Department of African Studies and Anthropology has an international reputation as a centre of excellence in the study of Africa and its diasporas.**
As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise and active, well-integrated research community.
We offer two options for postgraduate research, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or to pursue an MA by Research following an undergraduate degree a related field.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**The Department of African Studies and Anthropology has an international reputation as a centre of excellence in the study of Africa and its diasporas.**
As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise and active, well-integrated research community.
We offer two options for postgraduate research, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or to pursue an MA by Research following an undergraduate degree a related field.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**The Department of African Studies and Anthropology has an international reputation as a centre of excellence in the study of Africa and its diasporas.**
As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise and active, well-integrated research community.
We offer two options for postgraduate research, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or to pursue an MA by Research following an undergraduate degree a related field.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**The Department of African Studies and Anthropology has an international reputation as a centre of excellence in the study of Africa and its diasporas.**
As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise and active, well-integrated research community.
We offer two options for postgraduate research, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or to pursue an MA by Research following an undergraduate degree a related field.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
MA (Res)
Summary
**The Department of African Studies and Anthropology has an international reputation as a centre of excellence in the study of Africa and its diasporas.**
As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise and active, well-integrated research community.
We offer two options for postgraduate research, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or to pursue an MA by Research following an undergraduate degree a related field.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**The Department of African Studies and Anthropology has an international reputation as a centre of excellence in the study of Africa and its diasporas.**
As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise and active, well-integrated research community.
We offer two options for postgraduate research, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or to pursue an MA by Research following an undergraduate degree a related field.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**The Department of African Studies and Anthropology has an international reputation as a centre of excellence in the study of Africa and its diasporas.**
As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise and active, well-integrated research community.
We offer two options for postgraduate research, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or to pursue an MA by Research following an undergraduate degree a related field.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**The Department of African Studies and Anthropology has an international reputation as a centre of excellence in the study of Africa and its diasporas.**
As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise and active, well-integrated research community.
We offer two options for postgraduate research, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or to pursue an MA by Research following an undergraduate degree a related field.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Master of Research - MRes
Summary
**The MRes African Studies degree is a research programme with some provision for taught modules.**
It is aimed at those who wish to move beyond undergraduate work and to engage in research in depth for a postgraduate thesis, but who also wish to take modules that help develop research and related skills.
The course aims to develop your critical and analytical skills in relation to current ideas in African politics, history, anthropology and literature. It provides you with the opportunity to identify, investigate in depth, and write up a research topic of your own, including the use of archival, oral media and internet sources.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2.1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**The MRes African Studies degree is a research programme with some provision for taught modules.**
It is aimed at those who wish to move beyond undergraduate work and to engage in research in depth for a postgraduate thesis, but who also wish to take modules that help develop research and related skills.
The course aims to develop your critical and analytical skills in relation to current ideas in African politics, history, anthropology and literature. It provides you with the opportunity to identify, investigate in depth, and write up a research topic of your own, including the use of archival, oral media and internet sources.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2.1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
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