Master of Arts in Anthropology

Coursework: Students must complete 3.5 full-course equivalents (FCEs) including:
 

• Students in the MA program are required to take one of the following courses: ANT3047H – ​Evolutionary Anthropology Theory or ANT4010H – ​Archaeology in Contemporary Society or ANT6100H – History of Anthropological Thought
• NOTE: for SCL students ANT6003H – Critical Issues in Ethnography I​​​ is also recommended. Students should consult with their advisors about appropriate methods of training. Archaeology Students are welcome to also take ANT4020H Archaeology Theory.
• 1.0 FCE: ANT2000Y – M.A. Research Paper *
• 2.0 additional FCEs: at least 1.0 FCE of which must in Anthropology
• Exceptions to coursework requirements must be approved by the advisor and Associate Chair - Graduate.
   

*ANT 2000Y – M.A. Research Paper (1.0 FCE) – Normally, students enroll in ANT 2000Y with their advisor. When a student is ready to submit a master’s research paper, the advisor, in consultation with the student, selects a second reader (normally, a faculty member in anthropology). The final mark for the master’s research paper is determined jointly by the advisor and the second reader. The advisor submits the final mark, along with the name of the second reader, to the Graduate Office.

The Master of Arts program normally extends over a 12-month period lasting from September to August, formal instruction being offered from September to April. Collaborative Specializations may take longer. Students are strongly urged to take the 12-month M.A. if they are considering applying for the Ph.D. program in Anthropology at the University of Toronto.

The tuition fees for Master of Arts in Anthropology may vary from $20,000 to $40,000 annually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for International Students.