Master's in Anthropology requirements
The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Anthropology program is a general curriculum for students who wish to earn a master's degree en route to the doctorate in anthropology or who plan to pursue graduate studies only to the master's level.
Coursework
Students must complete at least 30 graduate credit hours in Anthropology or related disciplines. All students will receive training in five core topics:
- Professionalism
- History/Theory in the Four Fields of Anthropology
- Knowledge in the Area of Specialization
- Stewardship/Engaged Research
- Research Methods
All courses must be selected in consultation with the student's faculty advisor.
Final Exam for the master's degree
The master's degree will be awarded upon the successful completion of a master's Final Exam. The Anthropology program offers three options for this exam:
- Thesis
- Research Paper
- Other Research Project
Continuation to the Ph.D.
Students who wish to continue in the doctoral program must complete a Qualifying Exam. The Qualifying Exam can be taken at the same time as their master's Final Exam or on a separate occasion.
Handbook for Graduate Students
Detailed information, application deadlines, and general information may be found in the Graduate Student Handbook, available upon request.