Program Overview
The Anthropology at Texas Tech University is a MA programme in Social Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Anthropology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Lubbock, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Anthropology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
- Language, Philosophy, & Culture 3 Semester Credit Hours *
- ANTH 2300 - Biological Anthropology 3 Semester Credit Hours
- ANTH 2100 - Biological Anthropology Lab 1 Semester Credit Hours
- POLS 1301 - American Government 3 Semester Credit Hours
- ENGL 1301 - Essentials of College Rhetoric 3 Semester Credit Hours
- HIST 2300 - History of the United States to 1877 3 Semester Credit Hours
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Contact members of the Anthropology Faculty that share your research interests to discuss the possibility of conducting graduate research under their supervision.
- Complete a graduate school application available on our Program Degree\'s website.
- Send official transcripts of all post-secondary work to our graduate advisor, Dr. Tamra L. Walter, at the address provided below.
- If you have not already done so, you will need to take the GRE general exam. Arrange to have your official scores sent to Texas Tech University. There is no minimum score requirement, although we prefer a score of at least 300 on the GRE (verbal and quantitative combined). If you have taken the GRE exam within the last five years, you may have these scores submitted instead.
- They will need three letters of references submitted to our graduate advisor, Dr. Tamra L. Walter. The recommendations should come from individuals familiar with your academic performance and achievements. College professors who know you well make the best letter writers.
- Submit a statement of purpose to our graduate advisor. The statement should explain your motivations for applying to our program and highlight your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree in anthropology. Also, please discuss why you feel our program is a good fit for you and list your long-term academic goals.
- Finally, we require a writing sample, preferably 10-15 pages in length, which showcases your ability to write. A research paper or chapters from an undergraduate thesis are good examples of writing samples submitted by applicants. The writing sample should also be submitted to our graduate advisor.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Texas Tech University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Texas Tech University
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, United States
Texas Tech University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-18
- Language English
- Duration 3 semesters
- Credits 16