MA Anthropology

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MA Anthropology

Masters in Anthropology is the 2 year post graduate course which is generally done after Bachelors in Anthropology. If you have the qualities of communication, presentation, group work skills along with a high level of cultural awareness, logical and analytical thinking, problem solving, information gathering and analyzing skills then this field is a very good choice for you. Since the course covers several branches of Anthropology such as socio-cultural, biological-physical, applied, linguistic and archaeological which deal with the various aspects of human development. The admission process depends on the college you apply to, some colleges offer admission on the basis of merit and some others offer admission on the basis of entrance exams. We have provided information about MA Anthropology which would help you decide what you want to do. 

MA Anthropology Eligibility Criteria

Considering the eligibility is very important when applying for masters and therefore we have provided the eligibility criteria for your benefit below –

  • The minimum eligibility criteria is BA Anthropology from any recognized college or university.
  • The candidate must have at least 55 – 60% marks in graduation.
  • Some colleges also ask for entrance exams to get admission in the masters. The candidate will have to give the exam and qualify their admission process.
  • There is no age limit for the admission.

Syllabus

The subjects covered in the syllabus of MA Anthropology course are given below semester wise for your convenience-

Semester 1Semester 2
Social/Cultural AnthropologyUnderstanding Society and Culture
Physical/Biological AnthropologySocial Exclusion and Inclusive Policy
Palaeo-anthropologyTribal Anthropology
Research MethodologyVisual Anthropology
Semester 3 (Specialization A)(Specialization B)
Tribal Studies IFundamentals of Human Genetics
Theory and Method in Social-Cultural AnthropologyHuman Biology
FieldworkFieldwork
Anthropology of Children and Childhood IChild Development
Resettlement and Rehabilitation IApplied Biology Anthropology I
Semester 4 (Specialization A)(Specialization B)
Tribal Studies IIHuman Population Genetics
Indian AnthropologyLaboratory
Anthropology of Children and Childhood IIDissertation and Viva Voce
Resettlement and Rehabilitation IIGrowth and Nutrition
 Applied Biological Anthropology

Scope after MA Anthropology

The employment areas where the students can find employment after finishing their MA in Anthropology are given in the list below-

  • Academic Institutes
  • Anthropological Survey of India
  • Archives
  • Art Galleries
  • Conservation Organizations
  • Forensic Science Departments
  • Historical Societies
  • Human Resource Departments of Corporate Houses and Industries
  • Minority Commissions
  • NGOs
  • United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
  • United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
  • World Health Organization (WHO)

 Jobs after MA Anthropology

The popular jobs which people with Masters Degree in anthropology generally get to work in are given below –

Salary Offered

The average salaries which people with jobs in the specialized areas in Anthropology get are given in the table given below –

SpecializationsSalaries
Biological Anthropology3.5 Lakhs
Cultural Anthropology4 Lakhs
Forensic Anthropology5 Lakhs
Linguistic Anthropology3 Lakhs

Top Universities for MA Anthropology

The top universities in the world according to the QS world 2021 rankings offering degree courses in anthropology are given below –

  1. University of Cambridge
  2. University of Oxford
  3. Harvard University
  4. University of California, Berkeley
  5. The Australian National University
  6. UCL London
  7. University of Chicago
  8. The London School of Economics and Political Science
  9. The University of California, Los Angeles
  10. University of Toronto

MA Anthropology Colleges in India

The colleges in India which offer Masters in anthropology are given below for your consideration –

  • University of Mysore
  • Manipur University
  • University of Hyderabad
  • Banaras Hindu University
  • NIMS University
  • G D Goenka University
  • Pondicherry University
  • Allahabad University
  • Andhra University
  • University of Madras

FAQs

Is there MA in anthropology?

Yes, MA is offered in many colleges in anthropology.

What is MA anthropology?

Ma anthropology is a 2 year post graduate course offered by various colleges in India and abroad. It is generally done after BA in anthropology.

Who can study anthropology?

The eligibility criteria is given above in detail. You can refer to it.

Who hires anthropologists?

The jobs and the places which hire anthropologists are given above and you can check it.

This was all about MA Anthropology and we hope it will help you understand the course and what all you will get to do if you choose it. You can also read about different branches of Anthropology. Our experts are always happy to help and provide guidance and advice if you need it in the admission process for getting into your dream college and course. You can also check out other courses and careers in India and abroad at Leverage Edu.   

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4 comments
  1. Hie
    Very thankful for the above information provided.
    Just wanted to ask more about the eligibility criteria as I am pursuing forestry Hons , so am I eligible for MA in anthropology ?

    1. Hi Pragati,

      Thank you for your comment, if you are planning to study MA Anthropology abroad then please call our experts on 1800 572 000 and they will help you with all your requirements. Best of luck!

  2. You have shared a lot of useful knowledge and this article made us understand the whole topic very easily.
    How can I contact you for more details? Sincerely

    1. Hey MNHABEEB,

      We are equally delighted to receive your compliment. You can book a free counselling session with our expert at Leverage Edu for your study abroad journey by calling us on our toll-free number 1800-572-000 or dropping an email at [email protected]

  1. Hie
    Very thankful for the above information provided.
    Just wanted to ask more about the eligibility criteria as I am pursuing forestry Hons , so am I eligible for MA in anthropology ?

    1. Hi Pragati,

      Thank you for your comment, if you are planning to study MA Anthropology abroad then please call our experts on 1800 572 000 and they will help you with all your requirements. Best of luck!

  2. You have shared a lot of useful knowledge and this article made us understand the whole topic very easily.
    How can I contact you for more details? Sincerely

    1. Hey MNHABEEB,

      We are equally delighted to receive your compliment. You can book a free counselling session with our expert at Leverage Edu for your study abroad journey by calling us on our toll-free number 1800-572-000 or dropping an email at [email protected]