Anthropology [Graduate]

Entrance Requirements

The Department’s minimum admission requirements are

1. For the MA programs (thesis-based), a four-year undergraduate degree with a grade point average of 3.3 in the last ★60 (or equivalent) at the University of Alberta or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. For the PhD program, a thesis based master’s degree; and a grade point average of 3.3 in the last ★60 (or equivalent) of undergraduate or graduate study at the University of Alberta or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. In exceptional cases, the department may grant admission to the PhD program directly from a bachelor’s program in Anthropology. Generally, students with a degree in a concentration other than Anthropology are advised to complete at least one year as a special student or a qualifying student before applying for a graduate degree program.

Where applicable (refer to English Language Requirement ), candidates must have a minimum satisfactory score on one of the following approved English language examinations in order to be considered for admission: TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) or 88 (internet-based); MELAB score of 85; IELTS overall band score of 6.5; CAEL overall score of 60 with at least 60 on each subtest; PTE overall score of 59.

Financial Assistance

Graduate teaching and research assistantships and a number of scholarships are available to qualified students.