The Master of Arts in Archaeology at the University of Calgary is a research-intensive, thesis-based degree provided by the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology, Faculty of Arts. The program is designed for students seeking advanced training in both archaeological methodology and theory, with a strong focus on hands-on, field and laboratory experience. Research opportunities are globally extensive, covering regions such as Western Canada, the circumpolar North, Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The curriculum and training are intended to prepare graduates for careers in academia, cultural resource management, museums, heritage regulation, or further doctoral research.