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University of Central Florida College of Sciences MA in Anthropology
University of Central Florida College of Sciences

University of Central Florida College of Sciences

MA in Anthropology

Orlando, USA

MA

English

Sep 2026

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The MA in Anthropology focuses on understanding human societies and cultures through critical analysis and fieldwork. The program emphasizes the importance of ethnographic research methods and theoretical frameworks. Students will engage with diverse topics, such as globalization, identity, and social justice.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates of this program can pursue careers in various fields, including social research, cultural resource management, non-profit organizations, and academia. The skills acquired can also lead to roles in government agencies or international organizations, working on policy development and cultural understanding.

The Department of Anthropology offers a graduate program leading to the Master of Arts degree in Anthropology. This program's course work is conceptually four-field, with faculty strengths in archaeology, cultural anthropology, and physical anthropology. Students are admitted to the program by a graduate faculty advisor and can choose to pursue a thesis or non-thesis option. A graduate plan of study dependent on the student's interests will be individually developed with their graduate faculty advisor. Students in the program are prepared to enter doctoral programs or begin professional careers following the MA degree.