Anthropology (MA)
Description
The M.A. in anthropology prepares a student to do original anthropological research. Graduates may seek research positions in anthropology or pursue doctoral studies.
Minimum Total Credit Hours: 30
Course Requirements
Course Requirements: The M.A. in anthropology requires 24 semester hours of graduate coursework and a minimum of 6 hours of thesis credit. At least half of the courses must be taken at the 6000 level. The 24 course hours must include:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 5220 | Quantitative Anthropology 1 | 3 |
| ANTH 6010 | Anthropological Theory and Methods 1 | 3 |
| ANTH 6060 | Seminar in Cultural and Linguistic Anth 1 | 3 |
| ANTH 6070 | Seminar in Biocultural Anthropology 1 | 3 |
| ANTH 6080 | Seminar in Archaeology 1 | 3 |
| ANTH 6090 | Seminar in Research Design & Methodology 1 | 3 |
| ANTH 6041 | Professional Development I | 1 |
| ANTH 6042 | Professional Development II | 1 |
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Must attain a B- or better.
Other Academic Requirements
During the first two years, students participate in seminars, which review the entire field of anthropology and prepare them for a two-day comprehensive exam. After passing this exam, master’s candidates select a thesis director and committee to work with them on designing a thesis project. Candidates must prepare and orally defend a thesis.