MSc in American Indian Studies - Visual and Oral Culture in Tempe United States | Arizona State University

The Master of Science program in American Indian studies offers an interdisciplinary approach, equipping students with both theoretical insights and practical expertise to address challenges within Native American communities.

Participants develop analytical abilities applicable across diverse sectors such as government, private industry, and nonprofit organizations. The curriculum emphasizes indigenous languages, cultural traditions, artistic expressions, social movements, historical narratives, legal frameworks, and educational approaches through a Native studies lens. Instruction occurs via on-campus classes.

The visual and oral culture specialization examines and enriches indigenous cultural heritage through various mediums including creative writing, literary works, poetic expression, cinematic arts, visual media, performance arts, digital creations, oral histories, and communication studies, all framed within Native American scholarly perspectives.