Anthropology

• Explore what it means to be human by developing an understanding of the biological aspects of humanity and delving into a wide array of human societies, both past and present.

• Gain a broad view of the discipline of anthropology, learning from lecturers from a variety of sub-disciplines.

• Get up close and hands-on with a range of materials, from human skeletal remains to archaeological finds, in our cutting-edge laboratories.

• Develop intercultural understanding – a key asset in today’s job market.

Anthropology is a wide-ranging discipline that prompts us to ask questions about what it means to be human and how to value and understand human diversity. Through studies of human populations across the world and over time, anthropologists aim to increase our understanding of ourselves and others.

At Winchester we take a broad approach to the discipline of anthropology. Through modules in social anthropology, biological anthropology and archaeology, you will embark on a fascinating exploration of human cultures and behaviours across the past and present.

Classes draw on archaeological evidence, the long-term perspective of human evolution, and present-day examples from societies around the world. You will learn from experts in the field with interests in diverse areas such as human osteology, religion and society, art and cultural heritage, or migration and transnationalism. Through external visits and opportunities to work with archaeological materials, including an important collection of human skeletal remains, the course provides a balance between academic learning and practical experience.

As an anthropology student, you learn how to understand, interpret and respond to human behaviour. Alongside such specialist skills, you also develop valuable transferable skills highly prized by employers, including the ability to think critically, communicate your ideas and opinions clearly and work both independently and collaboratively.