Anthropology and Cultural Politics MA

The MA in Anthropology and Cultural Politics is an interdisciplinary programme in anthropology, directed at students from a wide range of disciplines in the humanities, social and political sciences, artists, and professionals in the media and cultural sectors. The objective of the MA is to address contemporary issues in culture and politics from an anthropological perspective, drawing on the commitment of the Department of Anthropology at Goldsmiths to build a public anthropology. The core course examines the contemporary politics of culture at different levels: from issues of citizenship, multiculturalism and migration, through the politics of race and class, to discussions on cultural and artistic production, labour and social activism. The optional courses can be selected from several departments and centres (Anthropology, Cultural Studies, English, Media and Communications, and Sociology), integrated in the Contemporary Cultural Processes Scheme. The interdisciplinary approach uniquely enables you to select courses from the participating departments and to structure your studies and specialise according to your interests. The emphasis on cultural theory will be balanced by the use of ethnography as a method. Our objective is to give you the tools to build your own critical understanding of the cultural politics of the contemporary world, in ways that can inform your academic career, your artistic and cultural practice, andor your political engagement. Assessment: Take-home papers andor essaysreports dissertation, which is a thorough critical discussion of existing knowledge in a relevant area. Careers: The programme is great preparation for any role that involves research and communication. Graduates have pursued opportunities in journalism, other media, policy, education and public debate they have also gone on to research degrees, either at Goldsmiths or elsewhere.

The MA in Anthropology and Cultural Politics is an interdisciplinary programme in anthropology, directed at students from a wide range of disciplines in the humanities, social and political sciences, artists, and professionals in the media and cultural sectors. The objective of the MA is to address contemporary issues in culture and politics from an anthropological perspective, drawing on the commitment of the Department of Anthropology at Goldsmiths to build a public anthropology. The cor...