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Anthropology,PhD

London School of Economics and Political Science

United Kingdom, London

University Rank:#56

Duration4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 32,279 / Year

Next IntakeSeptember 28, 2026

Anthropology,PhD

About

Overview

Introduction

Introduction

How would you like to train at one of the most famous anthropology departments in the world?

An MRes/PhD in Anthropology at LSE offers you the chance to undertake a substantial piece of innovative research that drives forward debates within the discipline.

You’ll do so with bespoke support from our faculty members. Our faculty’s research interests cover all the major theoretical spheres of modern social anthropology, and our expertise covers all regions of the world. We have experience of conducting fieldwork with a wide range of research participants, including rural and urban communities, activists, bureaucrats, corporations, therapists, NGOs, and members of religious and social movements. So whatever you want to research, you’ll have access to world-leading knowledge and resources to help you do it.

The programme is built around long-term participant observation fieldwork in your chosen research setting. You'll begin on the MRes, where you're trained in research methods and develop a detailed research proposal. You'll need to meet certain requirements to progress to the PhD. Upon completing that, you'll normally undertake fieldwork for around 18 months. After fieldwork, you begin work on your dissertation.

The MRes/PhD programme is central to the life of the department, and we look forward to having you join us.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Graduate entry requirements for applicants from Saudi Arabia Taught master's programmes To be considered for admission to a taught master's programme (upper second class equivalent), we would normally require a bachelor's degree after at least four years of study with grades of 80 per cent, 3.3/4, 4.0/5, or an overall B, if awarded since 2004. If awarded prior to 2004, we require the master's with similar grades. To be considered for admission to a taught master's programme (first-class equivalent), we would normally require a bachelor's degree after at least four years of study with grades of 90 per cent, 3.75/4, 4.7/5, A or very good, if awarded since 2004. If awarded prior to 2004, we require the master's with similar grades. Research programmes (MPhil/MRes/PhD) To be considered for admission to a research programme, we would normally require a master’s degree if awarded after 2004 and expect grades of 85 per cent.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements

The English language requirement for this programme is Higher. Read more about our English language requirements.

Competition for places at LSE is strong. So, even if you meet the minimum entry requirements, this does not guarantee you an offer of a place.

However, please don’t feel deterred from applying – we want to hear from all suitably qualified students. Think carefully about how you can put together the strongest possible application to help you stand out from other students.

Career

From CV workshops through to careers fairs, LSE offers lots of information and support to help you make that all-important step from education into work.

Many of the UK’s top employers give careers presentations at the School during the year and there are numerous workshops covering topics such as job hunting, managing interviews, writing a cover letter and using LinkedIn.

See LSE Careers for further details.

Fee Information

At LSE, your tuition fees, and eligibility for any financial support, will depend on whether you’re classified as a home or overseas student (known as your fee status). We assess your fee status based on guidelines provided by the Department for Education.

Further information about fee status classification.

Tuition Fee

32,279 / year

Anthropology,PhD

London School of Economics and Political Science

United Kingdom, London