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CAMHRA Master’s International Scholarships in UK

The Centre for Anthropology and Mental Health Research in Action (CAMHRA) at SOAS University of London is happy to announce its Master’s scholarships for the academic year starting September 2024. These scholarships are designed to support individuals who may not typically pursue studies in anthropology or ethnographic methods due to existing time, financial, or social constraints.

This scholarship aims to recognize and support outstanding academic achievement among international students enrolling in master’s degree program at the SOAS University of London.

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SOAS University of London is a renowned institution located in London, England. Established in 1916, it was initially designed as a colonial project to train British civil servants for overseas postings. SOAS has a unique organizational structure, consisting of constituent colleges that organize their academic work. It is one of the universities in London that uses this model, along with the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge

Application Deadline: 2 December 2024

Brief Description

University or Organization: SOAS University of London
Department: Centre for Anthropology and Mental Health Research in Action (CAMHRA)
Course Level: Master’s (MA in Medical Anthropology and Mental Health, MRes in Social Anthropology)
Award: Tuition Fees
Access Mode: Online
Number of Awards: 3
Nationality: UK/EU and Overseas
The award can be taken in the: United Kingdom

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Open to UK/EU and Overseas applicants
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for the MA in Medical Anthropology and Mental Health or the MRes in Social Anthropology.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  1. For the MA in Medical Anthropology and Mental Health:
    • Hold a minimum 2:1 bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or related subject, OR in health sciences including medicine, psychology, nursing, or social work.
    • Have a strong research project idea that utilizes ethnographic methods to understand an issue related to mental health.
  2. For the MRes in Social Anthropology:
    • Hold a minimum 2:1 bachelor’s or master’s degree in Anthropology.
    • Have a strong research project idea that utilizes ethnographic methods.

Preference may be given to:

  • Candidates with lived experience of working in or accessing mental health care as a professional or service user.
  • Candidates from underrepresented groups, including racialized and minoritized groups.

How to Apply

To apply for the scholarship:

  1. Apply for your chosen program:
    • MA in Medical Anthropology and Mental Health: Apply via Taught Masters applications.
    • MRes in Social Anthropology: Apply via the Doctoral school.
  2. For guidance on how to apply, please visit: How to apply for research programmes | SOAS*Please note that applications for doctoral study at CAMHRA remain open beyond the 2 December 2024, but applications received after this date will not be eligible for a scholarship.

Benefits

The scholarship will cover student fees and include a stipend of £19,718.

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