Master of Arts [M.A] Anthropology
Anthropology is the study of humans, past and present. The program combines commitments to the exploration of archaeological, physical, and cultural aspects of human and social beings through a range of approaches with the aim of enabling a fuller understanding of all aspects of humans. Students admitted to the M.A. program have the option of doing coursework and then 1) writing an MRP (1-year), or 2) writing a scholarly thesis (2-year) which demonstrates the ability to conduct original research. The research areas of the program include:
- Archaeology
- Biological Anthropology
- Cultural Anthropology
- Anthropology of Culture, Health, and Disease
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $6838 | $6838 |
| Total Fees | $6838 | $6838 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 92 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 304 | 340 | 2 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold an honours bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Students should have at least a B+ average (equivalent to a McMaster 8.5 GPA out of 12) in the most current 20 half-credit courses in the discipline, or relating to the discipline, in which the applicant proposes to do graduate work.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year UG degree from a recognized university.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, if students have given the GRE then it is recommended to submit the scores (minimum 300) for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.