Anthropology University of Lethbridge

Overview

The Anthropology M.Sc. at the University of Lethbridge provides students with an intensive, fieldwork-based education in socio-cultural anthropology and anthropological archaeology. This advanced degree is designed to foster deep critical thinking and practical research skills through a combination of rigorous coursework and a primary research thesis. Students benefit from an environment that encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and global perspectives.

Why Anthropology at University of Lethbridge?

The University of Lethbridge offers a distinctive environment for graduate research through its involvement in several prestigious research hubs. Students can collaborate with the Institute for Child and Youth Studies, the Centre for Oral History and Tradition, and the Centre for Culture and Community. These affiliations provide unique opportunities for interdisciplinary engagement and access to specialised resources.

The faculty brings extensive expertise in diverse areas such as the anthropology of happiness, medical anthropology, and the origins of social complexity. Research settings span the globe, including South-east Asia, Japan, Latin America, and Canada. This breadth of expertise ensures that students receive high-level mentorship tailored to their specific research interests and geographical focus.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 5221 per semester
• National fee: CAD 2174 per semester

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Cultural, Social and Political Thought
• Socio-Cultural Anthropology
• Anthropological Archaeology
• Policy and Governance
• Environmental Anthropology
• Psychological Anthropology
• Urban Anthropology
• Ritual and Religion
• Social Complexity and Inequality

Careers with Anthropology

Graduates of the programme are well-equipped for a variety of professional pathways in both the public and private sectors. Many alumni choose to continue their academic journeys by entering PhD programmes across North America. The analytical and ethnographic skills gained during the degree are highly valued in numerous professional fields.

The programme's emphasis on fieldwork and independent research ensures that graduates possess the practical experience required for high-level consultancy and policy-making roles globally.