The Master of Science in Maritime Archaeology and Conservation is a professional degree program. Earning an master's degree will prepare you for employment in maritime museums; cultural resource management firms; (including companies working with the offshore oil industry) and federal, state or similar government agencies.
The program is open to a limited number of students, selected on a competitive basis.
The Department of Anthropology only accepts graduate students for fall admissions. The deadline for MS applications is January 15th each year.
M.S. in Maritime Archaeology & Conservation Program Requirements
Curriculum
The program's curriculum is designed to be completed over two years. You will take five core courses and a wide variety of elective courses.
All students are required to write a thesis in order to complete the degree. A thesis-based graduate degree is essential for many employment opportunities, and is a prerequisite for being listed on the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA).
Research Opportunities
Research opportunities and internships are available through Texas A&M University’s Center for Maritime Archaeology and Conservation (CMAC) and the university-affiliated Institute of Nautical Archaeology (INA).