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M.A. Social & Cultural Anthropology

University of Bayreuth Bayreuth

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  • 4 semesters
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  • 15 Jul
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Fields of study

Sociology(Social Sciences & Humanities)
Philosophy & History(Social Sciences & Humanities)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Social & Cultural Anthropology at University of Bayreuth

English language

IELTS Overall
7.5/ 9.0

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Optional
GRE
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GMAT
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A cover letter in English with a maximum 2-page written justification for the choice of the Master's degree programme in Social and Cultural Anthropology, in which it is explained on the basis of which competences the student considers himself or herself particularly suitable for the desired degree programme. For example, previous study specialisations, experience abroad, internships or similar can be mentioned, as well as a well-founded interest in the methodological and theoretical approaches of social and cultural anthropology. Furthermore, initial ideas for your own research project to be realised as part of the Master's degree programme can also be outlined here.

We require a current curriculum vitae without chronological gaps up to the time of your application at UBT. The cv must contain accurate and complete information about your formal education (schools and universities attended, dates of exams/final exams, degree conferral, etc.). Please do not leave gaps in your cv, even if, at times, you were not enrolled at a school or university or gainfully employed, i.e. if you were on an extended vacation or hiatus, as we are interested in the entire history of your intellectual and personal development. Feel free to use the template of the European Union or this template for your Curriculum Vitae.

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

Bachelor’s degree

Language proficiency: English C1, German A1

  • UNIcert III: Pass
  • Cambridge Proficiency: Pass
  • Cambridge Advanced: Grade B
  • Cambridge First:Grade A
  • IELTS: Band 7.5
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 76
  • TOEFL iBT previous scoring system: 95
  • TOEFL iBT new scoring system (from 21.01.2026): 5.0
  • TOEFL ITP: 627

All applicants must submit a cover letter comprising a maximum of 2 pages where they explain why they consider themselves well-suited for the M. A. program Social and Cultural Anthropology.

Qualification

A bachelor's degree with at least a grade of "good" (2.5 or higher on the German grading scale, or equivalent) in any of the following disciplines: "Social & Cultural Anthropology", "Culture and Society (subject Social and Cultural Anthropology)", "Culture and Society in Africa (subject Social and Cultural Anthropology)" or "Interdisciplinary African Studies", or an equivalent degree.

All applicants must submit a cover letter comprising a maximum of 2 pages where they explain why they consider themselves well-suited for the M. A. program Social and Cultural Anthropology.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Social & Cultural Anthropology

Programme-specific documents

Passport

please provide an electronic copy of your valid passport. If you do not have a German identification card, you may submit a copy of your temporary identification or your international passport.

Vorprüfungsdokumentation (VPD) uni-assist for an application for the Universität Bayreuth

Request your VPD via the uni-assist web portal as early as possible. At the latest 6-8 weeks before the respective application deadline of your degree programme.

Enter your 7-digit uni-assist applicant number in the text field when applying in CAMPUSonline.This provides confirmation that you have requested a VPD. Upload your VPD in online application via CAMPUSonline. Please note the application deadline of your degree programme!

For further information on VPD / uni-assist click here.

Your application for this degree programme cannot be considered without a VPD! Please note: VPDs issued for applications to other universities will not be accepted!

APS-Certificate

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+ if applicable: APS recertification

TestAS Certificate

This certificate is mandatory if your APS is only valid together with TestAS. If this is the case, this is always indicated accordingly on your APS certificate.

Language Certificate English level C1

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Curriculum vitae

We require a current curriculum vitae without chronological gaps up to the time of your application at UBT. The cv must contain accurate and complete information about your formal education (schools and universities attended, dates of exams/final exams, degree conferral, etc.). Please do not leave gaps in your cv, even if, at times, you were not enrolled at a school or university or gainfully employed, i.e. if you were on an extended vacation or hiatus, as we are interested in the entire history of your intellectual and personal development. Feel free to use the template of the European Union or this template for your Curriculum Vitae.

Written presentation of course-specific

A cover letter in English with a maximum 2-page written justification for the choice of the Master's degree programme in Social and Cultural Anthropology, in which it is explained on the basis of which competences the student considers himself or herself particularly suitable for the desired degree programme. For example, previous study specialisations, experience abroad, internships or similar can be mentioned, as well as a well-founded interest in the methodological and theoretical approaches of social and cultural anthropology. Furthermore, initial ideas for your own research project to be realised as part of the Master's degree programme can also be outlined here.

Transcript of Records Bachelor or undergraduate degree including subjects and grades - at least 150 ECTS points with a final grade corresponding to "2.5" or better on the German grading system

Degree certificate Bachelor or undergraduate degree

This programme applies directly to the university, with a VPD from uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Social & Cultural Anthropology at University of Bayreuth

Application quick facts

Apply via

uni-assist VPD, then direct

uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.

Mode

online

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

75 EUR

Address

University of Bayreuth

Faculty for Humanities and Social Sciences

Social and Cultural Anthropology and Social Anthropology

D-95440 Bayreuth

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

172 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,248 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

No university fees are charged for studying at the University of Bayreuth. However, every student is required to pay the semester fee.

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