The Master of Arts in Anthropology at Boise State University offers you a deep dive into understanding the human experience across time and diverse cultures. This postgraduate degree is ideal for those seeking to develop advanced qualitative and quantitative research skills, exploring critical areas such as human evolutionary history, adaptation, and statistical methods. You will engage with the fundamental questions of what it means to be human, preparing you for a wide array of professional paths that value anthropological insight and analytical rigor. This programme at Boise State University equips you with a robust theoretical framework and practical research capabilities.
You will study this degree full-time on campus over two years, completing 31 credits that include a core sequence and elective courses. Your studies will involve developing research designs, potentially substituting core statistics with comparable courses, and undertaking independent study. The programme culminates in a preliminary examination and a significant thesis, allowing you to explore a topic of your choice in depth. You will graduate with the analytical, interpersonal, and intercultural skills essential for careers in diverse fields, including technology, marketing, public relations, and further graduate studies.