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MA Anthrozoology

Overview

The MA in Anthrozoology will provide you with an insight into the many and varied ways in which humans think about and interact with other animals in a range of cultural, historical and geographical contexts.

Entry Requirements

• Candidates must satisfy the general admissions requirements of the University of Exeter.
• We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above in any discipline from the arts, social sciences, humanities, biological
  atural sciences, business or education.
• Related professional qualifications are also considered.
• Students who do not meet the general admissions requirements but who have substantial professional or personal experience which is directly related to the programme will be considered.

Course Content

• The programme is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the complex relationships between humans and animals.
• Core modules:
  • ANTM102: Anthrozoology: Theory and Method (30 credits)
  • ANTM103: Applied Anthrozoology (30 credits)
  • ANTM904: Dissertation (60 credits)
• Optional modules:
  • ANTM100: The Animal Mirror: Representations of Animality (15 credits)
  • ANTM101: Animals, Health and Healing (15 credits)
  • ANTM105: Humans and Wildlife: Conflict and Conservation (15 credits)
  • ANTM112: Animals and Religion (15 credits)
  • ANTM107: Anthrozoology Residential (15 credits)
  • ANTM111: Animal Ethics (15 credits)
  • ANTM109: Animal Criminology (15 credits)

Fees

• UK fees per year: £12,500 full-time; £6,250 part-time
• International fees per year: £25,300 full-time; £12,650 part-time

Teaching and Research

• The programme is delivered through a combination of online lectures, tutorials, and discussions.
• You will have the opportunity to participate in regular Skype, e-mail or phone tutorials with the module tutor.
• Some modules require you to undertake independent research on a topic of your choosing.

Careers

• The programme is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the complex relationships between humans and animals.
• Career paths:
  • Wildlife conservation
  • Veterinary nursing
  • Animal behaviour
  • Teaching and university lecturing
  • Dog training
  • Fundraising and PR for national and international animal charities
  • Zoo keeping
• Further study: On successful completion of the MA, you will have the research skills to pursue a PhD.

Related Courses

• Food Studies MA

Why Exeter?

• Student life
• Our campuses
• International students
• Accommodation
• Apply for a Masters
• Immigration and visas
• Tuition fees and funding

Contact

• Programme Director: Professor Samantha Hurn
• Web: Enquire online
• Phone: +44 (0) NA