Overview

The Anthropology programme at the University of Victoria offers a comprehensive graduate experience designed to bridge the various subfields of the discipline through innovative research. Students engage in a rigorous academic environment that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application in the field or laboratory.

Why Anthropology at the University of Victoria?

The university provides an exceptional research environment supported by diverse laboratory facilities, including dedicated spaces for archaeology, zooarchaeology, and biological anthropology. Students benefit from a thematic approach to learning that covers evolution, ecology, visual materiality, and the intersections of health and inequality. Furthermore, the institution hosts the largest co-operative education graduate programme in Canada, allowing students to integrate professional work placements directly into their academic journey.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 2801 per semester
National fee: CAD 2221 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of 7.5 units of coursework alongside a 7.5-unit research thesis. Modules may include:

Thesis Proposal Development
Culture, Health and Inequality
Evolution and Ecology
Space, Place, Knowledge and Power
Visual Anthropology and Materiality
Research Methods
Thesis

Careers with Anthropology

Graduates are equipped for diverse professional paths through the university's robust career services and Work Experience Program. The programme prepares individuals for roles in heritage management, community development, and international research organisations. By completing an independent thesis, students demonstrate the high-level analytical and fieldwork skills required for specialist positions in both public and private sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cultural and Social Anthropology

Visual Anthropology

Archaeology

Biological Anthropology

Globalization, Health and Environment
Palaeolithic Art

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Victoria, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applications are reviewed by the Departmental Graduate Committee, and students are accepted into the graduate program only if they meet admissions requirements and if there is at least one faculty member able, interested, and available to supervise the proposed topic of research.
In addition to the materials required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, applicants must submit a brief statement outlining the intended program and field of study and a recent sample of their scholarly work. Normally a B+ average (6.0 GPA) for the last two years of university work is a minimum requirement for admission to the MA program.
Students are required to have passed undergraduate courses equivalent to those comprising the Anthropology Major Program (see University of Victoria Undergraduate Calendar). Applicants without this equivalent may be asked to take the appropriate courses to satisfy the Major requirements before admission into the MA program.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

5602 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

4442 CAD / year

≈ 4442 CAD / year

Living costs

Victoria

Canada

1490 - 2092 CAD / month

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Funding

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