Features
Applied Anthropology at the University of South Florida is committed to understanding global diversity through community-based, applied research that is holistic and interdisciplinary. Applied anthropologists study, design, and evaluate policies, programs, and outcomes that have real consequences. Faculty and students engage in world-class innovative research throughout the Americas, Europe, and Africa.
Department work addresses globalization, economic development, resource and health disparities, environmental remediation, diet and nutrition, community advocacy, heritage resource management, education, media, and communication.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Archaeology Theory and Current Issues
- Public Archaeology
- Contemporary Applied Anthropology
- Human Variation
- Theories in Applied Bioanthropology
- Legal and Ethical Aspects of Applied Anthropology
- Medical Anthropology
- Bioarchaeology
- Forensic Anthropology
- Issues in Heritage Tourism
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 110
- TOEFL® iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 53
Other requirements
General requirements
- Master’s degree in Anthropology or related field
- Concurrent Degree applicants (Anthropology/Public Health) must also meet GRE requirements for the MPH)
- a statement of purpose
- a signed research ethics statement
- at least 3 letters of recommendation
- a curriculum vitae
- supplemental department application form
- writing sample (optional)
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
Non-residents: 28,187 AUD / year ≈ 19,980 USD / year
Out-of-State
28,187 AUD / year ≈ 19,980 USD / year
Domestic
In-State: 12,276 AUD / year ≈ 8,702 USD / year
Living costs
Tampa, United States
1,583-2,752 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships: scholarship opportunities are available for Applied Anthropology.
