Medical Anthropology (Thesis) (M.A.) (45 credits)
Offered by: Anthropology (Faculty of Arts)
Degree: Master of Arts
Program credit weight: 45
Program Description
This program is open to students with backgrounds in the social sciences, the medical professions, or the medical sciences. The M.A. degree is awarded by the Anthropology Department and admission is granted by a joint admissions committee made up of representatives from Anthropology and the Department of Social Studies of Medicine.
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Required Courses (36 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 602 | Theory 1. | 3 |
Theory 1. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. A survey of theories and methods employed in anthropology. | ||
| ANTH 603 | Theory 2. | 3 |
Theory 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. A survey of theories and methods employed in anthropology. | ||
| ANTH 609 | 6 | |
Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. | ||
| ANTH 615 | Seminar in Medical Anthropology. | 3 |
Seminar in Medical Anthropology. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Overview of the theories and methods of contemporary medical anthropology. | ||
| ANTH 699 | M.A. Thesis. | 21 |
M.A. Thesis. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Writing of M.A. thesis. | ||
Complementary Courses (9 credits)
9 credits to be chosen from among 500-level or above departmental course offerings related to Medical Anthropology and in consultation with the program adviser.