The postgraduate degree in Anthropology (M.A Anthropology) is a program of 2 years duration. The course study helps the students to generate a clear-cut idea on the relation among people, culture and society. The course covers details on the historical evolution of man and his socio-cultural development. Apart from theoretical class studies, the course study exposes students to practical aspects through projects and field works. The students conduct research and submit reports (about a specific topic) on people belonging to rural, urban and tribal community.

Advantages or Benefits of Master of Arts in Anthropology

The course study offers benefits both to the individual and society. The candidate who has completed the course can contribute well to the firms that impart Corporate Social Responsibility in their department. They can act well in social development programs as well as in community development. Apart from providing a good career prospects the course study helps the candidate in pursuing higher study courses. One can pursue master of philosophy or doctorate level courses after completing M.A degree in Anthropology

Eligibility required for Master of Arts in Anthropology

The candidates who have completed their graduation from any of the reputed institution are eligible to apply for the course. The qualification is obtained in any discipline with minimum 50% marks on the same. The admission to the course is offered on the basis of the marks obtained in the qualifying graduate level exam.

Admission Procedure of Master of Arts in Anthropology

The notification on the course details can be collected from the official website of the University or institution from where the course is offered. The candidate can apply for the course through the official portal itself. They have to attach relevant documents along with the application. The application along with documents will reach the destination before closing date.

Colleges offering Master of Arts in Anthropology

• Andhra University, Vishakapatnam Andhra Pradesh
• Allahabad University, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
• Berhampur University, Berhampur Orissa
• Central University of Orissa, Korapat, Orissa
• Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University
• Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh, Assam
• Dr. Harisingh Gour University, Sagar (Madhya Pradesh)
• Department of Anthropology, Mangattuparamba, Kannur University Campus Kannur
• Guru Ghasidas Viswavidyalaya, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh
• Karnatak University, Dharwad, Karnataka
• Manipur University, Imphal Manipur
• Mysore University, Mysore, Karnataka
• National Postgraduate College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
• North Eastern Hill University, Shillong, Mekhalaya
• Pandit Ravishankar Shukla University,Raipur, Chhattisgarh
• Patna University, Patna Bihar
• Punjabi University, Patiala Punjab
• Pondicherry University, Pondicherry
• Ranchi University, Ranchi, Jharkhand
• Sambalpur University, Orissa
• Shia PG College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
• Sidhhu Kanhu University, Dumka, Jharkhand
• University Of Pune, Pune (Maharashtra)
• University Of Madras, Chennai Tamil Nadu
• Lucknow University, Lucknow Uttar Pradesh
• University Of Hyderabad, Hyderabad Andhra Pradesh
• Utkal University, Bhuvaneswar, Orissa
• Vidyasagar University, Midnapore West Bengal
• University of Rajasthan, Jaipur Rajasthan
• Visva Bharati, Birbhum West Bengal

Course Curriculum of Master of Arts in Anthropology

First Semester

• Foundations of Social Anthropology
• Archaeological Anthropology
• Ethnology and Comparative Ethnography
• Practical - Archaeological Anthropology
• Indians Overseas
• Qualitative Methods of Research
• Soft Skill Development

Second Semester

• Physical Anthropology
• Methodology of Anthropological Research
• Public Anthropology
• Practical - Physical Anthropology
• Social Ecology
• Soft Skill Development
• Internship

Third Semester

• Anthropology of Peasant Societies
• Anthropology of Urban and Complex Societies
• Theories of Culture and Social Structure
• Human Biology
• Culture and Management
• Soft Skill Development

Fourth Semester

• Economic Anthropology
• Political Anthropology
• Anthropology of Folklore
• Minorities, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
• Environmental Anthropology
• Project, Fieldwork, Dissertation and Viva-Voce
• Soft Skill Development

Text Books on Master of Arts in Anthropology

• Cultural Anthropology: The Human Challenge by Harald E. L. Prins
• Mirror for Humanity: A Concise Introduction to Cultural Anthropology by Conrad Phillip Kottak
• Anthropology Matters by Shirley A. Fedorak
• Human Evolution and Culture by Melvin Ember, Ember,Carol R. and Peter N. Peregrine
• Anthropology: The Human Challenge by William A. Haviland
• Social and Cultural Anthropology: A Very Short Introduction by John Monaghan and Peter Just
• Cultural Anthropology by Serena Nanda
• Essence of Anthropology by William A. Haviland
• Applying Cultural Anthropology by Aaron Podolefsky
• Invitation to Anthropology by Luke E. Lassiter
• Cultural Anthropology: An Applied Perspective by Gary P. Ferraro
• Essentials of Physical Anthropology by Robert Jurmain
• Window on Humanity by Conrad Kottak
• Cultural Anthropology (5th Edition) by Barbara D. Miller
• Anthropology by Carol R. Ember and Melvin Ember
• Cultural Anthropology: A Global Perspective (7th Edition) by Raymond Scupin
• Anthropology - Study Guide by Raymond Scupin

Job and Career after Master of Arts in Anthropology

The main areas of employment for master degree holders in Anthropology are Academics, Research, and in Archives. Those who possess NET qualification can apply for the position of lecturer or Professor in government colleges. The candidate can find various career options related to research in reputed firms like Anthropological Survey of India. Organizations of international importance like UNICEF, UNESCO, WHO, etc are also in need of qualified candidates in Anthropology. Apart from this, they can find job opportunities in any of the areas mentioned below.

• Archeological Survey of India
• Census of India
• Tribal Welfare/Social Welfare Departments
• Tribal Research Centers
• Museums-International//National/Regional
• National Institute of Nutrition
• National Institute of Rural Development
• Centre for Economic and Social Sciences
• University Teaching & Research Departments
• Teaching & Research Departments in Colleges

The candidate can also apply for job positions arising in museums, art galleries, libraries, and so on. The candidate can find job opportunities in Human Resource Development and also in agencies working in crime detection.

Job profiles after Master of Arts in Anthropology

The common job profiles after M.A degree in Anthropology are mentioned below.

• Research scholar
• Curators
• Survey manager or data supervisor
• Archaeologists
• Policy manager
• Librarian
• Tour guides
• Urban planners
• Social workers in media houses
• Culture resource managers
• Linguists
• Archivists

Remuneration after Master of Arts in Anthropology

The salary packages offered to the candidate depends on the nature of work. One can expect entry-level salary packages with in the range of Rs. 8000/- to Rs. 15,000/- per month. By gaining experience in the job, the candidate can expect higher grade salaries. Senior employees working in organizations like Anthropological Survey of India can earn salary packages with in the range of Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 60,000/- per month.