Master of Arts in Anthropology

About this programme

At the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology, we take a comparative, cross-cultural and cross-specific perspective to understand human beings. We consider how humans evolved, how they shape — and are shaped by — their culture, and we seek to understand the records they have left behind. Our students are curious and driven to understand the world around them. And the research options are boundless for students accepted into this thesis-based program, boasting both a socio-cultural stream (anthropology and militarization, medical anthropology, sustainability, urban anthropology) and a biological anthropology stream (conservation, human osteology, population genetics, primatology, paleoanthropology). Cultural Resource Management, Corporate Consulting, International health organizations, International and community development, Market research, Law, Humanitarian efforts, forensics, medicine, veterinary medicine, conservation, academic positions. Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense. See the Graduate Calendar for information on fees and fee regulations, and for information on awards and financial assistance . Learn about faculty available to supervise this degree. Please note: additional supervisors may be available. Contact the program for more information. A minimum of 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree. A statement outlining the applicant's interests and reasons for wishing to pursue graduate w