Anthropology

Overview

The Postgraduate Certificate in Anthropology is a one-year part-time course designed for students who would like to make a transition to studying anthropology but have no previous background in the subject or for students who, for various reasons, are not yet ready for the full MA programme. Students sit the four modules that form the historical, methodological and theoretical spine of all our MA programmes in anthropology, thus preparing them to continue on to apply for a full MA programme if they wish.

Students take 40 credits worth of modules over 1 Year.



For details on current timetables and course structures see: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/anthropology/timetables

Applicants must hold a minimum of a bachelor honours degree (NFQ Level 8) (or equivalent) with a minimum of second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in Anthropology or a cognate discipline.



Applicants who do not hold a primary degree but have at least 3-5 years of relevant experience may apply via Maynooth University's RPL process for Non-Standard Entrants.

1 year part-time

In general, there are two levels of fees payable. EU students from EU countries including Ireland pay a subsidised level of fees for both taught courses and research programmes. Tuition fees for students from outside the EU are not subsidised and are thus somewhat higher than for EU students.

Career Options

The PG Cert in Anthropology provides an excellent enhancement to existing careers in both public and private sectors. Anthropology has become increasingly important as a job skill in the context of globalisation, where a deeper understanding of cultural difference is crucial, both locally and internationally.