Studying anthropology at university
Example course modules
- Anthropological methods
- Introduction into prehistoric archaeology
- Methods and analysis in biological anthropology
- Research methods in social anthropology
- Evolutionary biology and geography
- Human ecology
- Human osteology
- Gender and society
- Material cultures
- Ethnographic methods
Teaching hours / week
Average for this subject
Average for all subjects
Average hours for this subject: 9 (Low N/A - High N/A). Average hours for all subjects: 14.
The time you'll spend in lectures and seminars each week will vary from university to university, so use this as a guide.
Who studies this subject
What students say about anthropology
What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- No Specific Requirements
Useful to have
- Sociology
- Biology
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
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Career prospects
Six months after graduating
- Other elementary services occupations
Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Marketing executive
- Social Researcher
- Museum archivist or curator
Other real-life job examples
- Community worker
- Recruitment consultant
- Education officer
What employers like about this subject
A student taking an anthropology degree will acquire subject-specific skills that include the relevance of anthropology to contemporary cultural issues, an understanding of human society and culture and the operation of languages and power. Transferable skills you can develop include communication, problem-solving, team-working, the ability to gather and process information and the ability to construct convincing and well-presented arguments. There are few jobs specifically as anthropologists, but anthropology graduates are flexible and find work with many industries, including social and welfare, education, religious and faith organisations, recruitment, government, banking, retail and manufacturing.
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