Overview

Anthropology students at University of Nevada, Las Vegas , receive a first-rate classroom-based education combined with exceptional opportunities for practical laboratory and field experience. Research skills are developed through designing and completing an original research project. Our curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking, reading and writing skills to prepare students for a variety of jobs or to continue their academic studies in pursuit of a higher degree.

Learning Objectives

Develop an advanced knowledge of general anthropological theory and information, and a detailed comprehension of a specific subject area.

Be able to critically evaluate anthropological theories and arguments, and be able to construct sound anthropological interpretations.

Be able to develop research questions and identify the appropriate methods by which to address the questions. Be able to design and complete original research on an anthropological topic.

Obtain competency in written and oral communication. Be able to effectively communicate, through written manuscripts and oral presentations, information to professional audiences.

Obtain experience in the application of anthropological theory and methods.

Become familiar with the ethical standards involved in conducting anthropological research.

Career Possibilities

Diverse career options exist for individuals holding an M.A. degree in Anthropology. Our graduates are trained to be competitive for a wide range of jobs that demand critical thinking, effective communication skills, and an understanding of global and multicultural issues. Students in our M.A. programme tailor their studies to their specific areas of interest. Below are some of some of the most common jobs that students receiving an M.A. degree may be come qualified to hold:

Archaeological Project

Director

Museum Curator

Museum Interpreter

Cultural Resource Specialist

Forensic Scientist

Public health worker

Peace Corps Worker

Non Governmental Organizational Employee

Corporate Anthropologist

Historic Preservationist

Grant Writer

Ethnographer

Tourist Guide

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Archaeological Theory
Proseminar
Anthropology
Seminar in Archaeological and Historic Preservation
Quantitative Methods in Anthropology
Computer Applications for Anthropologists
Research Design, Professional Ethics, and Grant Writing for Anthropologists

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Las Vegas, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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In addition to the general admission requirements established by the Graduate College, a background in Anthropology is preferred. Deficiencies can be made up in consultation with a graduate advisor upon entrance to the program.

Applicants must submit a research paper representative of their undergraduate work. If the student did not major in anthropology as an undergraduate, a research paper in another field indicative of the student's ability is acceptable.

Applicants must also submit an explicit letter of intent.

Three letters of recommendation must be provided attesting to the applicant's ability to conduct graduate level work. At least two of the letters from academic references are preferred.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28895 USD / year

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Out-of-State

8416 USD / year

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In-State

28605 USD / year

≈ 28605 USD / year

Living costs

Las Vegas

United States

880 - 1430 USD / month

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Funding

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