Master of Arts [MA] (Anthropology)
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #301 out of 601 by THE Global Ranking 2025
$6,171 /Yr
CA$8,571 /Yr
- MA in Anthropology at the University of Victoria is offered as a 2-years program by the Department of Anthropology.
- The University of Victoria also ranked 2nd in Maclean’s top Canadian Comprehensive Universities 2019.
- The Master of Arts degree in Anthropology combines coursework in methodology and themes that integrate anthropology's subfields with research experience.
- This program offers students breadth in relation to our department’s integrative research themes while grounding students in the research methods of their primary subfield (archaeological, biological, or cultural anthropology).
- The MA program introduces students to our department's unique thematic foci and requires them to conduct a major, independent research project leading to a thesis.
- As a discipline that transcends conventional academic boundaries between the sciences and the humanities, students will find courses that connect with their interests and expand horizons, along with opportunities to engage in hands-on learning and ongoing research in our department.
- The MA program consists of a minimum of 15 units.
Read More
Important Alert
- Application Deadline For September 2027 Intake - Jan 15, 2027
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $6171 (CAD 8571) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room And Board | $9593 (CAD 13323) |
| Total Cost | $9593 (CAD 13323) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $5931 (CAD 8238) |
| 2023 | $5702 (CAD 7920) |
| 2021 | $4447 (CAD 6177) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For September 2027 Intake | Jan 15, 2027 |
Scores Required
Required Document List
Complete Application
Application Fee
Official Transcripts
English Language Requirements
Completion of secondary school

Arts 365 out of 553 in Global Ranking
( #13 out of 20 in Canada 2026)

Do you think the Rankings are wrong ? Report Here
Key Resources for Your Study Abroad Journey
Course Guides
Best Post-Graduate Courses in Canada in 2025
Master of Arts (MA) in Canada: Fees 2024, Top Colleges, Placements & Salaries
Masters in Canada: Fees 2024, Top Colleges, Placements & Salaries
One year Courses in Canada for International Students: Fees 2024, Top Colleges, & Salaries
Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Anthropologist
- Historian
- Survey Researchers
- Genetic Counselor
- Interpreter
- Archivist
- Marketing Manager
- Lawyer
Read More
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria University Future Leaders Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Business Administration Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| University of Montreal Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 720/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,520/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
Similar Programs
| Program | Important Date | Total Fees | Median Exams Score | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Application Deadline For September 2027 Intake (15th Jan 2027) | USD 6,171 /Yr CAD 8,571 /Yr |
| ||
| USD 21,352 /Yr CAD 29,656 /Yr |
| |||
Application Deadline for Fall Intake (1st Dec 2026) | USD 6,998 /Yr CAD 9,720 /Yr |
| ||
| USD 14,165 /Yr CAD 19,673 /Yr |
| |||
M.S.W, University of Windsor2 years | Application Deadline for Summer 2027 Intake (15th Nov 2026) Application Deadline for Winter 2027 Intake (15th Jan 2027) | USD 17,917 /Yr CAD 24,885 /Yr |
|
Do you think the Dates are wrong ? Report Here





















Comments