MA/MS in Anthropology

This master's program in applied anthropology at Memphis is among the nation's earliest in the field. Students apply anthropological ideas and methods to practical problems, working alongside members of the community. Required coursework covers theory, methods, analysis and the application of anthropology to practice. A practicum forms the heart of the program, giving students field experience that is frequently done in groups. Those interested in health can add a medical anthropology concentration, examining themes like inequality in health outcomes, health systems and risks. The degree is planned to take two years of study. Students may also earn a second master's in a related discipline, and a combined MA/MPH track is designed to finish in three years. Prospective students can read the department's frequently asked questions for further detail.