Master in Anthropology Graduate Program

Tuition is 30,000 CAD per year.

Understanding the human experience requires a deep engagement with the complexities of culture, biology, and history. At Trent, we provide a rigorous environment for graduate students to transition from general inquiry to highly specialized research. Whether examining the political instability of the Late Classic Maya or investigating the nuances of Wendat territoriality, our program emphasizes the necessity of a well-defined research problem as the cornerstone of your academic development.

Specialized Research Trajectories

The program facilitates advanced study across a diverse array of sub-disciplines, allowing students to align their intellectual curiosity with established research strengths. Core areas of focus include:

• Archaeology: Extensive field research possibilities in Southeast Asia, Mesoamerica, Peru, and Ontario.
• Specialized Methodologies: Deep dives into Underwater Archaeology, Zooarchaeology, and Bioarchaeology.
• Sociocultural and Linguistic Inquiry: Advanced training in Medical Anthropology, ethnography, and linguistic analysis.

Students are expected to work closely with faculty supervisors to develop a robust Plan of Study, ensuring that by the time you reach your thesis defense, you have mastered both the theoretical framework and the practical methodologies required to make an original contribution to the field of anthropology.

Trent University, located in Peterborough, Ontario, is known for its liberal arts and science focus, intimate class sizes and commitment to environmental stewardship. Since its founding in 1964, Trent has cultivated an academic culture that values interdisciplinary study, critical thinking and experiential learning. The campus’s natural setting supports programs in environmental science, sustainability, Indigenous studies and digital media, while small cohorts allow close faculty mentorship and collaborative learning.

Students at Trent benefit from hands-on research opportunities, community-engaged learning and co-curricular programs that link theory to practice. The university emphasizes sustainability across curricula and campus operations, offering labs, fieldwork and applied projects that prepare graduates for careers in government, non-profit organizations, research and industry. International students find an inclusive community, dedicated support services and pathways into internships and research placements that strengthen academic and professional development.

Career services, academic advising and health and wellness supports help students transition to campus life and plan post-graduation pathways. Prospective international applicants should review program prerequisites, application timelines and scholarship options, and consider visiting or attending virtual events to connect with faculty and current students. For those seeking a personalized liberal arts and science education in a scenic Canadian setting, Trent provides strong mentorship, experiential learning and a focus on global and environmental citizenship.