Social Anthropology

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Degree programme objectives

The master's study program is intended for graduates of bachelor's studies in social anthropology and sociology, as well as graduates of other bachelor's fields at the Faculty of Social Studies MU or anthropology and similar fields at other universities. The study is designed on a theoretical, methodological and applied levels. It includes expanding knowledge of contemporary anthropological theories and focuses on the most current topics and challenges we face as a society such as migration, technological development, AI and post-truth society, education, medicine, trust in science or issues of poverty and decolonization. As one of the specifics, the program also offers an emphasis on anthropological research and project-based teaching.

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Objectives
The master's study program is intended for graduates of bachelor's studies in social anthropology and sociology, as well as graduates of other bachelor's fields at the Faculty of Social Studies MU or anthropology and similar fields at other universities. The study is designed on a theoretical, methodological and applied levels. It includes expanding knowledge of contemporary anthropological theories and focuses on the most current topics and challenges we face as a society such as migration, technological development, AI and post-truth society, education, medicine, trust in science or issues of poverty and decolonization. As one of the specifics, the program also offers an emphasis on anthropological research and project-based teaching.
Learning Outcomes
After successfully completing his/her studies the graduate is able to:
- have knowledge of anthropological and more broadly social-scientific theories and research
- be able to conduct field research as well as other qualitative research design
- using appropriate research techniques to create and analyse the data
- is prepared for qualified performance in institutions dealing with science, research, development and innovation
- work as an expert in the field of social policy, inclusion and migration
- and qualified to work in the media or in the field of social, territorial or community development
Occupational Profiles of Graduates
Graduates of Social Anthropology are employed in a wide range of professions – in private business and consulting (not only) connected to different cultures, in non-profit organizations or in state administration, in pedagogy and science. Already during studies, the university and the city of Brno offer our students plenty of incentives to develop their own interests, such as volunteering, commercial practice, self-development courses, physical and cultural activities, etc.

Experience shows us that many anthropologists subsequently combine their career with their hobby or interest. Often the one they already developed during their studies. You can find graduates of Brno's Social Anthropology among the leaders and field workers of non-profit organizations such as IQ Roma service or Člověk v tísni, or among the editors of culturally focused magazines and publications. Others teach a wide variety of socially relevant topics, work as advisers to private companies for their foreign development, teach at universities, work in science and write books, or grow wine and produce local food.
Practical Training
The curriculum of the master's study program in social anthropology does not include practical training.
Goals of Theses
A standard scope of a Master's thesis ranges from 80, 000 to 120, 000 characters including footnotes, cover sheet, content, index, list of literature, and annotations. A Master's thesis is based on an independent empirical research. Students can work with already published texts and data accessible for secondary analysis. They should demonstrate the ability to work critically with specialized texts, process the concepts and theories discovered there, and find relevant answers to the given question. Instructions for Final State Examinations and elaboration of the Bachelor's/Diploma thesis are regulated by FSS Directive No. 5/2024 State Final Examinations, Final Theses and their Defences.
Access to Further Studies
After completion of the Master's studies, it is possible to continue further studies in any Doctoral's degree programme (after satisfying the admission requirements).