MA Anthropology at University of Miami

Programme overview

The MA in Anthropology (Professional Practice of Anthropology) trains students to design and conduct applied anthropological research and fieldwork, with specializations in applied archaeology, applied biological anthropology and applied cultural anthropology. Thesis and non-thesis options are offered.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Department of Anthropology | Duration: 36 credits; 18 months in residency | Location: Coral Gables, FL, United States

What you will study

Students take two of four Advanced Seminars (APY 601-604), APY 611 Methods of Anthropological Research and APY 702 Field Studies in Anthropology. The thesis option adds APY 810 thesis writing and an open defense; the non-thesis option adds APY electives and a paper for a conference or publication. A foreign language competency is required and an optional 12-credit GIS certificate is available.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for research or fieldwork for employers or independent research careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

All applicants will be selected for admission based on: Official transcripts from all academic institutions attended, and the date the bachelor's degree was awarded must show on the awarding institution's transcript. Transcripts must show a 3.0 GPA in anthropology and no less than 3.0 for the overall GPA. Students with lower averages may be admitted provisionally with higher than minimum GRE scores and supporting materials from referees on a case-by-case basis. Personal Statement. A personal statement in which the applicant details reasons for pursuing an MA in our program specifically. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to contact department faculty and determine whether/how their proposed research aligns with desired faculty mentor's research program. A cogent written statement will be used in evaluating the applicants’ ability for written expression, as well as their fit with our strengths and offerings. GRE (optional). While there is no GRE requirement, students can submit GRE scores if they choose.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

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