M.Sc Anthropology

Master of Science in Anthropology

M.Sc Anthropology or Master of Science in Anthropology is a Post-Graduate Anthropology course. Anthropology is the study of human beings. It has origins in the humanities, the natural sciences, and the social sciences. The duration of a Master of Science in Anthropology is mostly two academic years but it may vary from institute to institute and also maybe on a part-time basis by certain institutes. The syllabus for the Master of Science course in Anthropology is divided into four semesters and it is career orienting in nature which opens many job scopes for them in various fields.

M.Sc Anthropology Eligibility

• Candidates should have completed a Bachelor of Science degree under any registered University with subjects like Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, and Microbiology.
• The marks of admission for this course may vary from University to University and in various colleges and Universities, it conducts entrance exams plus interviews for the admission of the students.

M.Sc Anthropology Syllabus

Syllabus of Anthropology course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc Anthropology Colleges

• University of Delhi - DU, Delhi
• University of Pune, Pune
• University of Calcutta, Kolkata
• Dr. Hari Singh Gour University, Sagar

M.Sc Anthropology Course Suitability

• Those who are willing to go for teaching fields at higher level i.e., college and university level both in private and government institutions are suitable for it.
• Other essentials skills are learning and study skills; written communication; analytical and critical skills; ability to gather, assess and interpret data.
• They should have oral communication and presentation skills; time management; discussion and group work skills; statistical and computing techniques; high level of cultural awareness.
• They should have analytical and critical skills; the ability to gather, assess and interpret data; oral communication and presentation skills.

How is the M.Sc Anthropology Course Beneficial?

• One can go for higher degree programs in respective subjects, e.g., a PhD degree.
• They have the option of finding academic jobs at various universities and institutes or doing research. The scope for being a research scholar always remains open.
• The Master of Science degree in Anthropology is also worth-full in work both physically and mentally exhaustive and involves working in locations with low comfort levels.
• Candidates have also career opportunities in international agencies like UNICEF, UNESCO, and WHO also recruit anthropologists to carry out research activities.
• Other sectors where they can have employed are art galleries, curators, publishing houses, archives, museums, and libraries.

M.Sc Anthropology Job Types

• Archivist
• Archaeologist
• Culture Resource Manager
• Urban Planner
• Research Scholar
• Social Worker- Media Houses
• Tour Guide

Advanced Course in M.Sc Anthropology

• Ph.D. (Anthropology)