Applied Anthropology

Overview

Educational Goal

The educational goal of the Applied Anthropology program at Texas State University is to produce the next generation of applied Ph.D. anthropologists—leaders in inter- and intra-disciplinary research who will help solve critical societal problems in the global 21st century. The following educational objectives are reflected in the doctoral coursework and program requirements.

• Research Techniques: With thorough experience using research technology, methods, and data analyses, graduates will have flexible tools for researching complex issues in applied anthropology. Graduates will master these skills through intra- and interdisciplinary course work, research, and their dissertation project.
• Theory: By mastering historical and contemporary theory in anthropology, graduates will have a set of analytical concepts to be effective professionals in practice. Graduates will obtain these skills through intra- and interdisciplinary course work, research, and their dissertation project.
• Professionalism: Graduates will be able to apply ethical decision making, implement best practices, demonstrate effective leadership, become proficient in current topics in applied anthropology, have necessary skills to write competitive grants and contracts, and produce professional reports and manuscripts. Graduates will achieve these skills through intra- and interdisciplinary course work, research, and their dissertation project