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Explore the stories and structures that shape societies
Creating impact with an MSc in Anthropology

As societal issues become more complex, the demand for professionals with a 360° perspective grows. Anthropologists are versatile. You're trained in research, data analysis, intercultural communication, collaboration and critical thinking. Skills that are valuable in many sectors. 

Where do our alumni work?

From refugee assistance to tech innovation, from HR strategy to policy advice - anthropologists are the change-makers of the future. Our alumni work at:

  •  Local governments and ministries
  • NGOs and international development organisations
  • Think tanks and consultancy firms
  • Media institutions
  • Museums and cultural institutions
  • Education and research institutions
  • PhD programmes at universities
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Thursday 26 November 2026

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What is student life like as an Anthropology student? 

Eva van Roekel

"Due to the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, human rights sometimes directly conflict with nature conservation." Watch the 1-minute video of Eva van Roekel, Anthropologist and lecturer at VU, about her research on the disastrous consequences of this crisis for people and the environment in Venezuela.

Where has the study of Social and Cultural Anthropology brought us?

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