MA Medical Anthropology and Mental Health in Camden United Kingdom | School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London

The MA in Medical Anthropology and Mental Health offers an innovative interdisciplinary curriculum tackling critical worldwide health and mental health issues through multiple lenses.

This program stands out through its cross-cultural examination of health and wellness traditions, particularly in Global South communities, incorporating insights from clinical practice, psychology, philosophy, biomedicine, science and technology studies, and anthropology.

Students will explore medical and psychological anthropology approaches to health and wellbeing, examining institutional belief systems, philosophical traditions, and healing practices. The curriculum addresses bioethical considerations arising from cultural and technological transformations, along with ethical dimensions of diverse healing methodologies. These frameworks prepare students to analyze contemporary global challenges related to healthcare disparities, social conflicts, and justice issues.

Post-pandemic realities have heightened societal recognition of how health and mental health intersect with socio-political and historical factors. This program will interest those passionate about mental health, public health policy, humanitarian efforts, and global equity. It caters both to scholars focused on anthropological health studies and healthcare professionals including medical students, practitioners, and those in nursing, dentistry, and pre-med tracks. The program welcomes medical and science students seeking to complement their training with anthropological perspectives through this MA degree.