Anthropology

Anthropology is the study of humankind - our biology, culture and diversity, both past and present.

The study of Anthropology includes Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Social Anthropology and Ethnomusicology. You can specialise in any one of these fields, or you can choose to study across these areas. Anthropology bridges the natural sciences, human sciences and humanities, and we embrace a unified approach.

Anthropology and your career

Anthropology can develop skills in communication and analysis, as well as an awareness of culture, ethnicity and society. Anthropology can lead to careers in: aid and development agencies; teaching; consultancy in archaeological, health, social or environmental research; tourism; iwi authorities; museums; local or central government.

Study options in Anthropology

Anthropology is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and is taught by Anthropology in the School of Social Sciences.

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Undergraduate study

In Anthropology you can study topics ranging from human evolution and the development of human culture to aspects of modern society.
Stage I courses

The Stage I courses you can take as part of Anthropology.
Stage II courses

The Stage II courses you can take as part of Anthropology.
Stage III courses

The Stage III courses you can take as part of Anthropology.
Postgraduate study

You have diverse opportunities for postgraduate study in the four major sub-fields of anthropology.
Postgraduate courses

The postgraduate courses you can take as part of Anthropology.
PhD in Anthropology

Information on PhD study and doctoral research areas.
Meet Anthropology students and graduates

Current Anthropology students and recent graduates tell their own stories.
Meet Anthropology academics

Anthropology academics discuss their research.
Anthropology in the School of Social Sciences.

Anthropology is located within the School of Social Sciences.
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Find a supervisor for your postgraduate research in Anthropology.

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