This Programme offers an intensive introduction to contemporary anthropology. As societies around the world vary enormously in their social, cultural, and political forms, the Master of Social Anthropology Programme is designed to study these variations and the common humanity contained therein. Such topics as transnational mobility, debated cultural practices of inclusion and exclusion as well as the transformation of the state are specially articulated in the Programme. It also provides the students with a thorough theoretical and methodological grounding, essential for attaining non-judgmental understanding and appreciation of the diversity of other cultures, the significance of cross-cultural perspectives, and intercultural understanding.

The students are taught to conduct independent scientific research and ethnographic fieldwork as well as apply other methods of inquiry. The Programme is taught in English and provides an opportunity for international and local students to study together; it also combines classroom and experiential field-based learning activities that are adapted to each student’s career plan.

Due to international cooperation between Vytautas Magnus University and Southern Illinois University (USA) Social Anthropology, students have the opportunity to receive Southern Illinois University’s Certificate in Intercultural Understanding. For that, the successful completion of 18 ECTS three courses held by visiting anthropology professors from Southern Illinois University and other universities are required.

Professors

Visiting professors from leading universities of Western Europe and the United States such as the University of Oxford, the University of Fribourg, and the Southern Illinois University.