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Anthropology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 69 Anthropology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

PhDs in Anthropology are doctoral research degrees that allow students to deeply explore a particular aspect of human societies, cultures, and their development.

Specifics vary drastically between programmes, but may involve research into the complexities of human behaviour, cultural practices, and the impact of social structures on diverse populations.

Entry requirements typically include an undergraduate degree in an appropriate subject such as Anthropology, Sociology, or History. A relevant Masters degree may also be required depending on the programme.

Why study a PhD in Anthropology?

Develop Skills and Knowledge

A PhD in Anthropology allows you to not only develop your own knowledge of Anthropology, but also to make a unique, original contribution to the subject as a whole. By doing so, you will hone a variety of transferable skills, such as:

  • Research and Analytical Skills: Ability to design, conduct, and analyse complex research projects.
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Expertise in evaluating anthropological theories and practices to address challenges.
  • Communication and Presentation Skills: Proficiency in effectively conveying ideas and findings to diverse audiences.

Further Career Development

If you're hoping for a career in academia, a PhD is typically required. Other research-based careers may likewise require a PhD, and even when they don't, employers will value the research skills and knowledge developed during your degree. For more information, please visit our PhD employability guide.

After completing your PhD in Anthropology, a potential career option might be employment as an Academic Researcher. According to UK salary data from Glassdoor, an Academic Researcher earns an average of £33,747 per year, dependent on factors such as experience, employer and employment location.

Improve Employability

Completing a PhD may also improve your employability. According to the UK government's LEO Graduate and Postgraduate Outcomes survey, 83% of Anthropology PhD students were in further education or employment three years after graduation.

What do prospective Anthropology PhD students think about study?

We host the Pulse postgraduate survey to understand the motivations, concerns and expectations of students just like you. For prospective Anthropology PhD students in 2023:

  • 71% were either positive or very positive about employment after graduation.
  • 64% preferred on campus learning, 12% preferred online/distance learning, and 24% preferred a blended approach.
  • 21% were interested in part-time study.
  • In order of popularity, the top three study motivations were:
    • Subject interest
    • Challenge
    • Skills development

If you'd like to make your voice heard, why not complete our survey? Your feedback will help us ensure our site is as helpful as possible for students like you!

Note: This guidance was produced with the assistance of AI. However, all data is derived from reliable, authoratitive sources, and all content has been reviewed by humans.

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Neuroinclusion in themed entertainment attractions

The Centre for National Training and Research Excellence in Understanding Behaviour (Centre-UB) is inviting applications for a Doctoral Studentship in association with our collaborative partners, Katapult and Drayton Manor, to start in October 2025. https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/centre-ub/centre-ub. Read more

Advanced Production: workflows in the wild.

A practice-based study of storytelling in virtual production across any or all of the domains of film, theatre and live performance where advanced production is being used or developed. Read more

Join a world-leading, joint PhD program with a generous scholarship

The UQ–IITD Academy of Research is seeking applications from exceptional candidates with backgrounds in science, technology, engineering, health, business, humanities and social sciences, for projects commencing in January 2025. Read more

Culture, Media & Creative Industries PhD

Culture, Media & Creative Industries at King's carries out world-leading research across the field of culture, media and the analysis of particular creative industries. Read more

History PhD (option of joint PhD with Hong Kong University or National University of Singapore)

The Department of History at King's has a long and distinguished tradition in world leading, cutting-edge research. Our staff and research students are fully engaged in original historical scholarship, ranging from late antiquity to the present day. Read more

Human-AI relations with chatbots and griefbots in China, India, Korea

PhD Studentship Opportunity. Anthropological Study of Human-AI Relations. We are excited to announce a fully-funded PhD studentship for an ambitious and innovative scholar to explore the dynamic and evolving relationships between humans and artificial intelligence (AI). Read more

African Studies and Anthropology - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

African Studies PhD/MA by Research (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). Social Anthropology PhD/MA by Research (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). Read more

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