York University offers MA/MS in Anthropology, Social, a master's degree in Social & Cultural Studies programme in Toronto, Canada. The programme runs for 5 semesters.
Also offered as: Doctorate
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Social & Cultural Studies
Duration: 5 semesters
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This program leads to a Master of Arts (MA) or PhD in Social Anthropology, offered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies at York University's Keele Campus. The program focuses on the social and cultural anthropology of contemporary societies, training students in ethnographic methods and anthropological theory through coursework and research supervision. The MA is a full-time program of five terms, structured for students moving toward either a terminal master's degree or further doctoral study. Entry is offered through fall admission only, and applicants typically hold a minimum B+ average in prior academic work. As part of the admission file, applicants submit two letters of recommendation, a resume or CV, a sample of written work, and a statement of interest. The program suits students seeking graduate-level training in the anthropology of contemporary societies within a research-oriented cohort.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: A minimum B+ average is required. As part of the admission file, applicants submit two letters of recommendation, a resume or CV, a sample of written work, and a statement of interest. Unless exempt, international applicants must meet York's graduate English proficiency minimums: IELTS Academic 7.5, TOEFL iBT 100 (or 5 on the new MyBest scale for tests taken from January 2026), Duolingo English Test 140, or PTE Academic 76.
