Overview

Program Description

The Anthropology program at California State University Northridge is particularly well-suited for students who want to enter a Ph.D. program in anthropology but may not have the preparation necessary to enroll in such a program directly; teach in the community colleges; or establish a career in a field that utilizes anthropological methods, theory and/or data.

All students in the program are required to take seminars in sociocultural anthropology, archaeology, physical anthropology and anthropological theory. In addition, students take elective courses to fit with their area of specialization. They complete their degrees either by passing a series of comprehensive exams or by writing a thesis.

Those who want to teach anthropology at the community college level are encouraged, but not required, to choose the comprehensive exam alternative. Students who plan to enter a Ph.D. program in Anthropology are strongly encouraged to write the thesis. Students who plan other anthropology-related careers (e.g., museum work, public folklore, etc.) will decide between the examination and thesis alternatives in consultation with the graduate advisor.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anthropological Theory and Method

Problems in Cultural Anthropology

Problems in Physical Anthropology

Problems in Archaeology

Seminar in Management of Archaeological Resources

Problems in Applied Anthropology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-08-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

33 SCH

33-35

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Archaeology Anthropology View 211 other Masters in Anthropology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of minimum University requirement for admission to graduate standing

B.A. in Anthropology with coursework that includes introductory courses in archaeology, biological anthropology and sociocultural anthropology; anthropological theory; and anthropological methods

Students with a cumulative GPA lower than 3.0 must score at or above the 50th percentile on the GRE

Or completion of the CSUN Certificate in Foundations of Anthropological Knowledge or the Certificate in Foundations of Archaeological Knowledge with a GPA of 3.3 or higher

Two-page written statement by applicant indicating research and career objectives

Resume or curriculum vitae

Two letters of recommendation

Demonstration of research and writing skills. Applicants must submit to the graduate committee a sample research paper, written in English, and preferably one that was completed as part of the baccalaureate degree requirements, such as a senior thesis or other research paper done

Tuition Fee

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International

14042 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14042 USD per year during 12 months.
National

14042 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14042 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

8498 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8498 USD per year during 12 months.

Yearly tuition fee for seven or more units per semester.

Living costs for Los Angeles

1520 - 2570 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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