MA in Anthropology - Health, Science, and Society in Washington, D.C. United States | George Washington University

Numerous students opt to focus on a specific area of anthropology as a clear route toward professional advancement, whether pursuing a PhD in Anthropology or entering fields like law or medicine. Those selecting a concentration fulfill designated course requirements within the 36-credit MA curriculum. The Health, Science, and Society track examines intercultural health dynamics, disease patterns, and healing practices amid evolving cultural landscapes. This 15-credit specialization, part of the broader 36-credit MA program, provides two distinct pathways: Medical Anthropology and Science and Technology Studies. Both pathways mandate completion of a foundational seminar.