MA/MS in Public Issues Anthropology at University of Guelph in Guelph, Canada is a master's degree in Social & Cultural Studies programme. The programme is delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 6,838 per semester (CAD 2,378 per semester for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Social & Cultural Studies
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 2,378 / semester
International tuition: CAD 6,838 / semester
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uoguelph.ca ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Arts in Public Issues Anthropology examines the human dimensions of contemporary social issues through ethnographic methods, critical analysis, and public engagement, combining theory, research methods, and hands-on fieldwork. Students undertake fieldwork and community partnership projects, preparing for careers in research, policy, advocacy, education, and community development. The program draws on both biological and social-cultural anthropological perspectives, and requires applicants to have prior coursework spanning both areas. The program offers a coursework stream, completed over 12 months full-time, and a thesis stream, completed over 24 months full-time. Applicants require a four-year honours bachelor's degree with a minimum B+ (77-79%) average in the last two years of study, including at least five anthropology courses covering both biological and social/cultural anthropology. The program is delivered on the University of Guelph's main campus, with admission in the Fall semester.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:77.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Four-year honours bachelor's degree with a minimum B+ (77-79%) average in the last two years of study, including at least five anthropology courses covering both biological and social/cultural anthropology.
