When considering a graduate online degree, people often look towards a practical degree plan. It is no surprise that master’s degrees in business, education, and management are popular choices. Why not think outside of the box and pursue a degree that speaks to your interest? Maybe there is something that interested you in college, but you did not pursue it because it was not a “practical degree.” Now is the time to seek you dream degree.
The University of North Texas is making the dream degree possible for many people. While most people take humanities and behavioral science classes early in their college career, those classes are often pushed aside once students figure out their majors. Most students find those courses eye-opening and inspiring, but wonder how to make a career out of those majors.
Hoping to attract traditionally underrepresented groups in the field, UNT’s online master’s degree in Applied Anthropology provides prospective students with interesting humanities and practical guidance. While traditional anthropology graduate students examine human diversity, applied anthropology students will use their research to solve problems within society. In fact, applied anthropology can be seen as a very practical career with many graduates working in health, medicine, education, business, community development, and museums. Within these fields, applied anthropologists work as policy analysts, researchers and program evaluators.
Potential students should expect to complete the degree in three to four years if studying full time (at least nine hours per semester). Courses early in the program focus on helping students develop and apply anthropological research skills. In addition, students can take electives tailored to their interests and career goals. Finally, students will complete a thesis prior to graduation. All of the courses prepare students for careers in a wide variety of fields.
Priding itself on being the leader in distance education in Texas, UNT provides students with endless support. Even though students are not on campus, they receive support from faculty advisors who work with them to tailor degree plans and prepare for the culminating thesis projects. In addition, the UNT Help Desk is available to help with technical issues.
The University of North Texas provides a unique program in its graduate applied anthropology program. Visit UNT virtually or in-person to receive more information and to begin your inspiring and practical graduate degree.
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