Medical Anthropology

Course Overview

The MSc Medical Anthropology at Brunel University of London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Uxbridge, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. If you work in medicine or allied fields and want to learn more about how illness and wellness are considered in difference cultures, anthropology is an ideal route to greater understanding. Medical anthropology is the study of cultural beliefs and practices associated with the origin, recognition and management of health and illness in different social and cultural groups. Brunel was the first university in Europe to establish a master's degree in medical anthropology and since then has continued to develop the course to reflect the changing world in which we live. International tuition fees are £20,400 per year, home/UK fees are £6,060 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

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