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Anthropology (PhD)

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #30

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Offered by McGill University in Montréal, Canada, Anthropology (PhD) is a doctorate in Social & Cultural Studies programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 9,581 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Social & Cultural Studies
International tuition: CAD 9,581 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: mcgill.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The PhD in Anthropology at McGill University, offered by the Department of Anthropology in the Faculty of Arts, focuses on the discipline of anthropology, including socio-cultural anthropology, archaeology, and medical anthropology, and includes a PhD dissertation research project. The program is very selective and admits a small number of highly qualified applicants each intake, giving students a nurturing intellectual environment and close supervision by faculty members. Students make original contributions to research in socio-cultural anthropology, archaeology, and medical anthropology through their doctoral thesis, and the program offers fieldwork-based doctoral training for students concentrating on different geographic areas, including Africa, Latin America, Europe, North America, and Asia. The department's research areas also include the anthropology of religion, environmental and Indigenous anthropology, epidemics, and political anthropology. Admission is through the Fall intake only.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Applicants require an eligible bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and English-language proficiency. Applicants should consult the program website for specific required application documents.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About McGill University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
QS rank: #30
Programs: 323
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Anthropology (PhD) award?

McGill University awards a Doctorate in the field of Social & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How much does Anthropology (PhD) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 9,581 per semester.

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