Dr. Andrew Irving

Professor

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Biography

Andrew Irving is a Professor of Anthropology at the University of Manchester. His research focuses on Medical Anthropology, particularly concerning death, illness, and HIV/AIDS. He has worked extensively in regions such as East Africa, specifically Kampala, Uganda, and New York City. His recent projects include 'Co-Creative MiND,' which investigates the inner lifeworlds of individuals affected by Motor Neurone Disease, and 'Enhancing Resilient Deaf Youth,' aimed at addressing the challenges faced by socially marginalised deaf youth in South Africa. Irving has published several books and has been involved in various collaborative projects that emphasise participatory ethnographic practices. His teaching includes supervision of PhD students on a wide range of anthropological topics including memory, perception, and identity. Irving actively engages with visual and sensory media to investigate modes of inner expression and has produced various works that incorporate performance and art into anthropological research. He continues to explore existential and phenomenological aspects of anthropology, contributing to both academic and public understanding of these themes.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-09-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, England

Leading research and teaching in Anthropology with a focus on Medical Anthropology.

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
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  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.