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Studying anthropology abroad

Dive into the fascinating study of humanity with a degree in anthropology - perfect for international students curious about cultures, societies and human evolution across time and the world.

Anthropology as an academic discipline is the scientific study of humanity. It is specifically interested in human behaviour, cultures, societies and human biology, in both historical and contemporary generations of human species.

There are various types of anthropological studies, including social anthropology, cultural anthropology, linguistic anthropology and physical or biological anthropology.

All of these areas of anthropology are ideal for any student who has an interest in how and why humans are the way we are.

During a degree in Anthropology, you will cover a range of topics. These topics might include:

  • Social Anthropology
  • Psychology
  • Biological Anthropology
  • Ethnicity and Nationalism
  • Forensic Anthropology

During a masters in Anthropology, you will be able to build on the knowledge gained through your undergraduate degree. Modules you study could include:

  • Peoples, Culture and Language
  • Early Human Origins
  • How Societies Evolve
  • Evolution and Human Behaviour
  • Social Theories

All anthropology courses

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Anthropology of Religion and Culture MA

University of Groningen Netherlands

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Anthropology of Food and Intensive Language MA

SOAS University of London United Kingdom

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Anthropology PhD

University of Alberta Canada

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Culture, Thought and Humanity Master Degree

University of Wroclaw Poland

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Anthropology and Human Genetics PhD

Faculty of Science, Charles University Czech Republic (the)

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Archaeology and Anthropology BA (Hons)

University of Aberdeen United Kingdom

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Anthropology Graduate Diploma

Oxford Brookes University United Kingdom

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Doctor of Philosophy in Anthropology PhD

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Canada

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Anthropology BA, BSc, UG:Bachelor

University of Idaho United States

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International Development and Social Anthropology MSc

Birkbeck, University of London United Kingdom

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Forensic Anthropology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) United Kingdom

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Anthropology and English BA

Queen's University Belfast United Kingdom

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International Relations and Anthropology BA (Hons)

University of Sussex United Kingdom

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Anthropology with Native American Studies BSc (Hons)

University of East London (UEL) United Kingdom

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Archaeology and Anthropology with Study Year Abroad BA (Hons)

University of Reading United Kingdom

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