Program Overview
The Anthropology at University of Alaska Anchorage 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 5
- Tuition: USD 16,326 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,992 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Anchorage, 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
Course Structure
- Proseminar in Cultural Anthropology
- Proseminar in Biological Anthropology
- Proseminar in Archaeology
- Research Design
- Thesis Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of 3 or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
English Proficiency: IELTS 5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,326 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,992 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,326 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,992 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Alaska Anchorage 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 University of Alaska Anchorage
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, United States
University of Alaska Anchorage is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-15
- Language English