Program Overview
The Anthropology at University of Victoria British Columbia is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, 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 Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 5,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,722 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Victoria, Canada
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
- Social Organization
- Economic Anthropology
- Political Anthropology
- Anthropology of Religion
- Symbolic Anthropology
- Cultural Ecology
- Cultural Change
- Medical Anthropology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Documents Required:
- Online application form
- Statement of Intent: 1-2 pages which highlight relevant aspects of your background and training, describe your general research interests and how they correspond with your supervisor\xc2\x92s.
- Writing sample: this can be your term paper, honours thesis or a published paper that best reflects your abilities. No specific length.
- CV
- 2 assessment reports and/or letters of reference: the online application will prompt you to provide two names (or more) and email addresses. Automatic assessment requests will be sent out once you submit your application and your references will have an option to upload a reference letter or complete the online questionnaire.\xc2\xa0
- Transcripts:
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 5,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,722 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 5,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,722 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Victoria British Columbia 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 Victoria British Columbia
University of Victoria British Columbia
Victoria, British Columbia
The University of Victoria (UVic) is a public research university located in the municipalities of Oak Bay and Saanich, British Columbia, Canada. Established in 1903 as Victoria College, the...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
