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Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, MacEwan University
Edmonton, Alberta
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48 Months
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About this course
If you're passionate about understanding human diversity and cultures, this anthropology major offers a comprehensive dive into human history and contemporary issues. You'll explore big questions around social inequality, material culture, human evolution, and language, gaining insights into what it means to be human from both cultural and biological perspectives. Throughout the program, you'll develop critical thinking, research, and analytical skills, preparing you to interpret various cultural contexts sensitively and knowledgeably. The coursework is structured to guide you from foundational theories and methods to conducting original research and sharing your findings creatively. This major encourages a holistic view of humanity, emphasizing listening, questioning, and evaluating from an anthropological lens. It's suitable for those who want to understand human societies deeply and explore diverse career options such as archaeology, forensic science, market research, and climate change.
Why this course is highly recommended
This anthropology major is ideal for individuals who appreciate human diversity and want a holistic understanding of human life across cultures and time. The program emphasizes developing critical and research skills while allowing students to explore specific areas of interest in depth. Its broad applicability across careers like archaeology, forensic science, language revitalization, and climate responses makes it a versatile choice for those seeking diverse professional opportunities.
Specialisation
Students can choose to deepen their focus in one or two subfields of anthropology, including social/cultural anthropology, archaeology, biological anthropology, or linguistic anthropology. The program introduces these areas early on, and by the second year, students often begin lab work related to their interests. Advanced courses in the third and final years prepare students to conduct independent research, apply research methods, and communicate their findings effectively.
Course fees
Application fees
17.28L
1st year tuition fees
17.28L
Living cost
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Living cost
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Degree requirements
Completion of this major is part of the Bachelor of Arts degree. Students need to fulfill the general degree requirements outlined in the academic calendar for their year of declaration or acceptance into an honours program. Course selection and progression are guided by academic advisors to ensure that the curriculum meets graduation standards.
English language test
DUOLINGO
115
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
86
PTE
59
Career prospects
Graduates with an anthropology major can work in fields such as archaeology, forensic science, market research, language revitalization, medicine, government, intercultural education, and climate change response. The skills gained—critical thinking, research, and cultural analysis—are highly valued across diverse sectors.
FAQs
What kind of skills will I develop in this program?
You'll develop critical thinking, research methods, analytical skills, and the ability to interpret cultural and biological human diversity from a holistic, biocultural perspective.
Can I choose a specific subfield of anthropology to focus on?
Yes, students can choose to specialise in one or two subfields such as social/cultural anthropology, archaeology, biological anthropology, or linguistic anthropology.
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