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    Social and Cultural Anthropology

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    Zurich, CHMAIn-person2 yearsGerman
    CHF 1,728.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    19%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    90
    Credits
    CHF 150.00
    App fee

    Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich is a 90-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Zurich, CH. Tuition is CHF 1,728.

    About the program

    The program centers on students developing and conducting their own independent research project through fieldwork in Switzerland or abroad, work at the Ethnographic Museum, or archival research, culminating in a Master's thesis. It is supplemented by courses on anthropological theory, methodology, world regions, and departmental research foci such as Central Asia, South Asia, East Asia, South-East Asia, social transformation, material culture, and ethics.

    Focus: research
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Jul 31, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Test date before 21 January 2026: 100. Minimum 25 in Speaking and 26 in Writing.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic (not older than 2 years) Required score: 7. Minimum 6.5 in Speaking and Writing.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    6 months job search residence permit (Switzerland)

    CHF 26,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich is CHF 1,728 across 90 required credits.
    Is Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich online or in-person?
    Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich is offered in-person.
    How long does Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich take to complete?
    Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich is structured around 2 years and 90 credits.
    How competitive is Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich?
    Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich reports an acceptance rate of approximately 19%.
    What work-permit options follow Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich?
    Post-completion work rights for Social and Cultural Anthropology at University of Zurich: 6 months job search residence permit (Switzerland)