Anthropology of Development and Social Transformation MA

University of Sussex

United Kingdom, Brighton

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University of Sussex

United Kingdom , Brighton

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 22,575 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Anthropology of Development and Social Transformation MA

About

This course is for you if you have experience, or are considering a career, in the development field.

Our experts work at the intersection of social anthropology and development studies. Globally, Sussex is well-known for its teaching and research in international development. You'll also be part of one of the UK's largest Anthropology departments.

Anthropologists approach development at a human scale. They do this through immersive field research and observation. This approach generates fresh insights into complex global challenges. You'll learn to understand the experiences of those most affected by these challenges.

You'll be able to pursue your own interests in the anthropology of development. This may include the environment, health, poverty, humanitarianism or rights.

The MA focuses on issues of anthropological engagement, development policy and activism. You will:

learn from anthropology experts who are applying their research to real-world scenarios
put theory into practice through hands-on training, analysing case studies and your dissertation
connect with our global network of research partnerships, alumni and professionals
enjoy guest lectures, career events, and the opportunity to do a research placement.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Bachelors degree with a minimum CGPA of at least 2.8/4.0 or 75%.

Your qualification should normally be in anthropology or another humanities or social sciences subject; alternatively, you should have relevant professional experience or engagement.

English Program Requirements

IELTS (Academic)

Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).

IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. Find out more about IELTS

We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

We do not accept IELTS Online.

Check full details of our English Language requirements and find out more about some of the alternative English language qualifications listed below

Alternative English language qualifications

Career

Careers

This MA provides an entry into the anthropology of development and is for you if you have experience of, or are considering a career in, the development field.

Over half of our graduates since 2008 have gone on to work for NGOs, aid agencies, while others are in different industries, for example:

international and national NGOs, such as Oxfam, Save the Children, Care International, Development Alternatives, ACTED, BRAC, Welthungerhilfe, and German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ)
UK Civil Service, UK’s Department for International Development, USAID, Peace Corps
independent filmmaking, freelance journalism, and socially responsible businesses
working as a researcher for government agencies, think tanks, or private consulting firms.

A number of our graduates go on to study for a PhD.

Challenging me to think about what development can and should be, this course helped me understand the type of role I wanted to play. It led to my current job in a humanitarian and disaster response charity.”Ali Boyer
CAFOD