Anthropology degrees

Studying anthropology

Doing an anthropology degree will see you studying humans and questioning what it is that both unites and separates the species. You’ll explore different societies and the reasons why groups of people vary from each other on both a biological and cultural level and the knowledge you gain will lead you to question your understanding of the world as you look at how societies work. Topics you could cover include human-environment interaction, evolution, material culture, technology, gender relations, migration, religion and economic and political inequality. An anthropology course will likely include hands-on practical elements as well, including lab work, fieldwork and possible placements. This degree will set you up with a range of skills that could lead to a variety of careers, including working in charity, local government, development, research and international aid.