Program Overview

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Anthropology and Politics

Anthropology and Politics is a Joint Honours Programme that provides students with an in-depth, interdisciplinary understanding of contemporary cultures and politics, international affairs, societies, and institutions in their political, historical, social, cultural, economic, and legal dimensions.

Overview

The programme combines the study of anthropology and politics to examine the complex relationships between culture, power, and identity. Students will explore how different societies live together and think about topics such as family, religion, art, politics, and economics. The programme also examines the academic study of politics, including the sources of conflict, cooperation, power, and decision-making within and between societies.

Course Structure

The programme is divided into three years, with each year consisting of two semesters. The first year introduces students to the core concepts of anthropology and politics, including the study of human diversity, social groups, and political ideas. The second year builds on these foundations, exploring topics such as conflict, peacebuilding, and identity, as well as the study of politics and international relations. The third year allows students to specialize in specific areas of interest, including anthropology, politics, and international relations.

Modules

The programme includes a range of modules that provide students with a comprehensive understanding of anthropology and politics. Some of the modules include:

• Being Human: Culture and Society
• Perspectives on Politics
• Contemporary Europe
• Us And them: Why do we have ingroups and outgroups?
• What is to be done? Sustainability, climate change and just energy transitions in the Anthropocene
• Introduction to Politics
• A World on the Move: Historical and Anthropological Approaches to Globalization
• World Politics
• Comparative Politics
• Being Creative: Music Media and the Arts
• 'Understanding Northern Ireland: History, Politics and Anthropology'
• Key Debates in Anthropology
• Studying Politics
• Modern Political Thought
• Northern Ireland: Past, Present and Future
• Human Morality
• Hanging out on Street Corners: Creative, Public and applied Anthropology
• British Politics in crisis?
• Peace and Conflict Studies
• Anthropology of Media
• Identity Politics in Diverse Societies
• Apocalypse: Cultures, communities, and the end of the world
• The Politics of the Planetary Crisis: power, people and place
• Security and Terrorism
• International Relations
• Irish Politics
• The Politics of Deeply Divided Societies
• American Politics
• Skills in the Field: Ethnographic methods
• Politics and Policy of the European Union
• Democracy, Ethics & Economics
• International Organisations
• Global Pol. Econ. of Energy
• Short Placement
• Security and Technology
• Asylum and Migration in Global Politics
• US Foreign Policy
• In Gods We Trust: The New Anthropology of Religion
• Anthropology Dissertation
• Music, Power and Conflict
• Anthropology and Roma
• Remembering the Future: Violent Pasts, Loss and the Politics of Hope
• Radical Hope: Inspiring Present-day Sustainability Transformations through an Examination of Our Past
• Politics, Public Administration and Policy-Making
• Challenges to contemporary party politics
• Middle Eastern Politics
• Dissertation (Politics and International Studies)
• Gender and Politics
• Contemporary Critical Theory
• Long Placement
• The Politics of Performance: From Negotiation to Display
• Earth, Energy, Ethics and Economy: The Politics of Unsustainability
• National and Ethnic Minorities in European Politics
• Political Parties and Elections in Northern Ireland
• Politics of the Global Economy
• European Cultural Identities
• Contemporary Political Philosophy

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the programme, students will have developed a range of skills and knowledge, including:

• A deep understanding of the complex relationships between culture, power, and identity
• The ability to think critically and analytically about complex social and political issues
• The ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• The ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to complex problems

Assessment

The programme is assessed through a range of methods, including coursework, examinations, and practical assessments.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Anthropology and Politics programme will be well-equipped to pursue a range of careers, including:

• Research and academia
• Policy and government
• International development and aid
• Human rights and advocacy
• Journalism and media
• Business and management

Entrance Requirements

The programme is open to students who have achieved a minimum of ABB at A-level or equivalent qualifications. Students must also demonstrate a strong interest in anthropology and politics, as well as a commitment to academic excellence.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the programme are as follows:

• Northern Ireland: £4,855
• Republic of Ireland: £4,855
• England, Scotland, and Wales: £9,535
• EU Other: £22,400
• International: £22,400

Scholarships

The university offers a range of scholarships to support students, including the Queen's University Belfast Scholarship and the International Scholarship.

Contact Information

For more information about the Anthropology and Politics programme, please contact the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics at Queen's University Belfast.