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    AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts

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    Vancouver, CAMAIn-person2 years
    CA$10,081.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    10
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    CA$168.00
    App fee

    AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$10,081.

    About the program

    The program provides broad knowledge of anthropological theory and research methods through coursework including history of anthropology, current research, and advanced methods, culminating in a thesis based on original research. It supports interdisciplinary links and specializations in areas such as socio-cultural anthropology, archaeology, linguistic anthropology, and museum studies.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
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    Min 100 total (Reading 24, Writing 24, Speaking 24, Listening 24)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Overall score requirement: 7.0 (Reading 6.5, Writing 6.5, Speaking 6.5, Listening 6.5)

    After the program

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    3 years PGWP (Canada)

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is CA$10,081 across 30 required credits.
    Is AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
    AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia take to complete?
    AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum overall average of 76% (B+) in third- and fourth-year courses, and at least 80% (A-) in 12 credits of senior anthropology courses.
    How large is the AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia cohort?
    AnthropologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia typically enrolls around 10 students per cohort.