Presentation

Objectives and content

The MPHIL in the Anthropology of Development at the University of Bergen is born out of the Department of Social Anthropology's strong international profile and pioneering role in shaping development-related research. It is intended for students wishing to pursue a critical study of the complex historical, economic, political and cultural processes of transformation in the Post-colonial World. Focusing on the anthropology of development the degree is an ideal preparation for research work in social anthropology and for those considering a career in the development field broadly defined. Applications are welcome from both candidates with a good BA degree in social anthropology seeking to extend their proficiency, and candidates with related degrees in the social sciences and humanities.

The programme aims to provide the basic tools for addressing critical issues of globalization particularly as they affect the South, by linking method and theory in anthropology with the detailed case material and thematic studies that emerges from field research. In particular, the programme addresses the ways in which anthropologists have theorised social and economic change, as well as the history and ethical implications of their practical engagement with development intervention both during the colonial and post-colonial era. Through examination of detailed ethnographies it seeks to demonstrate the links between economic and political processes, changing identities and development intervention in a range of geographical contexts. The programme also provides training in multidisciplinary approaches connecting anthropology to disciplines like ecology, demography, medicine, economics, political science and history. To further these objectives and to foster truly research-based training, all students carry out field research in a non-Western country. The programme's broad international orientation aims to strengthen national institutions in the South and to expand north-south and south-south collaboration in research and education.

Admission

Admission Requirements

The participants must have a solid Bachelor's or Master's degree in a social science discipline or other disciplines relevant to the program's content.

We accept applicants for the Quota Scheme from institutions/universities that are

a) formally research partners of the Department of Social Anthropology, or

b) have a formal agreement with the University of Bergen. See http://www.uib.no/education/artikler/2010/03/collaborating-institutions-programmes-at-uib

In addition to a relevant academic background applicants to Master's degree programmes must meet the English Language Requirements:

http://www.uib.no/education/admission/master/international-applicants-residing-abroad/english-language-requirements

Application deadline:

For international applicants residing abroad: 1 December

International applicants residing in Norway: 15 April

Norwegian applicants: 15 April

For more information please consult: http://www.uib.no/education/admission/master

Please note that in order to attend the second year course SANT322 Anthropological Fieldwork, there is a requirement of an average result of C or better after the completion of all mandatory coursework at the end of the first year. Only those who have met the required standards will be able to proceed with the programme.

Study Period Abroad

Study period abroad

In the beginning of the Summer and the third semester, the student will independently undertake fieldwork and collect research data on a chosen topic.

Contact

More information

More information regarding admission: http://www.uib.no/education/admission/master

Department of Social Anthropology, University of Bergen
Fosswinkelsgt. 6
5007 Bergen
NORWAY

Tel: +47 5558 9250
Fax:+ 47 5558 9260

E-mail:post@sosantr.uib.no