Offered by Western University in London, Canada, Anthropology (PhD) is a doctorate in Social & Cultural Studies programme. The programme runs for 4 years.
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Social & Cultural Studies
Duration: 4 years
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Program details
Overview
The PhD in Anthropology at Western University studies human beings across time and place from cultural and biological perspectives, drawing on the social sciences, natural sciences, and humanities. The program is full-time and thesis-based, completed over 12 terms (four years) of doctoral research under faculty supervision. Admission requires a Master's degree in Anthropology or a related field relevant to the applicant's proposed research, with an average of at least 78% (B+) across all graduate-level courses. International applicants must apply by December 15 and domestic applicants by January 15, with acceptance notifications issued in mid-March. Applicants whose first language is not English must meet Western's graduate English proficiency requirements. The program prepares graduates for research and academic careers built on original doctoral research in anthropology.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:78.00 / %
Admission Requirements: A Master's degree in Anthropology or a related field relevant to the applicant's proposed research is required, with an average of at least 78% (B+) across all graduate-level courses. International applicants must apply by December 15 and domestic applicants by January 15.
