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Overview
You have diverse opportunities for postgraduate study in the four major sub-fields of anthropology:
- Archaeology
- Biological anthropology
- Ethnomusicology
- Social anthropology
Career
The Master of Arts in Anthropology from University of Auckland is an effective way to take your knowledge and transferable skills to the next level. Our graduates have combined skills in strategic and critical thinking with global and cultural awareness for careers in fields such as government, international development, museums and cultural heritage, media production, research and policy.
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You can study topics including:
- Prehistory
- Material culture
- Landscape archaeology
- Bioarchaeology
- Osteology and genetics
- Evolution and primatology
- Human ecology
- Human growth
- Art and performance
- Ethnicity
- Religion
- Gender
- Economic, historical, medical and political anthropology
- Traditional and popular musics
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
120 alternative credits
120 or 180
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Archaeology Anthropology Sociology View 14 other Masters in Anthropology in New ZealandExplore more key information
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GPA Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
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- Accidents
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Other requirements
General requirements
120-point (one-year) MA
- A BA(Hons) or PGDipArts in Anthropology with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher. The research masters has higher requirements.
- The following subjects may also be considered for entry: Ancient History, Asian Studies, Biological Science, Dance, Gender Studies, History, Human Geography, Māori Studies, Media, Museums and Area Studies, Music, Pacific Studies, Performance Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Work.
- A BA with a major in Anthropology, a BSc with a major in Anthropological Science, or an approved equivalent qualification, with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II including at least 45 points in the major.
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22544 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22544 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
4789 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4789 USD per year during 12 months.
- Domestic: NZ$8,131.20 – $10,060.80
- International: NZ$38,273 – $48,622
Living costs for Auckland
1400 - 2200 NZD /month
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Funding
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