Department of Anthropology | BSc (Hons) Anthropology
36 monthsProgramme duration
28,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Anthropology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BSc in Anthropology focuses on biological anthropology, the study of human evolution and diversity. Biological anthropology is an extremely broad subject overlapping with many others, including biology, psychology, archaeology and history.
As a student on our BSc Anthropology programme, you would study how humans have evolved to become the species we are today, rich in biological and cultural diversity. Studying our evolutionary past helps us understand many contemporary health and social issues, from childcare practices to the spread of online misinformation.
Studying biological anthropology allows you to investigate the most fundamental questions about humanity, while also equipping you with broader skills that are transferable to a number of professional contexts, including designing research, maintaining ethical standards and navigating cultural differences.
Our BSc Anthropology students come from a wide range of academic backgrounds - you do not need to have studied any scientific subjects at A-level (or equivalent).
Our Anthropology graduates go on to a wide range of professions including working in government, healthcare, finance, education, research, marketing, environmental sustainability and law. Many of our students also go on to postgraduate study, including in other subjects.
Durham Education 2027
The University is committed to continuous improvement and is currently undertaking a review to enhance our courses. As we make updates, some details of courses advertised for 2027 entry may change. These enhancements are being developed in consultation with students and in response to student feedback.
We will not be making changes to degree subjects, academic standards or the broad concepts that will be taught, but to how courses are organised. In some cases this may mean that the balance of compulsory and optional modules may change.Any updates will be communicated transparently and by the end of summer 2026, ensuring applicants know exactly what to expect from their chosen degree.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Anthropology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BSc in Anthropology focuses on biological anthropology, the study of human evolution and diversity. Biological anthropology is an extremely broad subject overlapping with many others, including biology, psychology, archaeology and history.
As a student on our BSc Anthropology programme, you would study how humans have evolved to become the species we are today, rich in biological and cultural diversity. Studying our evolutionary past helps us understand many contemporary health and social issues, from childcare practices to the spread of online misinformation.
Studying biological anthropology allows you to investigate the most fundamental questions about humanity, while also equipping you with broader skills that are transferable to a number of professional contexts, including designing research, maintaining ethical standards and navigating cultural differences.
Our BSc Anthropology students come from a wide range of academic backgrounds - you do not need to have studied any scientific subjects at A-level (or equivalent).
Our Anthropology graduates go on to a wide range of professions including working in government, healthcare, finance, education, research, marketing, environmental sustainability and law. Many of our students also go on to postgraduate study, including in other subjects.
Durham Education 2027
The University is committed to continuous improvement and is currently undertaking a review to enhance our courses. As we make updates, some details of courses advertised for 2027 entry may change. These enhancements are being developed in consultation with students and in response to student feedback.
We will not be making changes to degree subjects, academic standards or the broad concepts that will be taught, but to how courses are organised. In some cases this may mean that the balance of compulsory and optional modules may change.Any updates will be communicated transparently and by the end of summer 2026, ensuring applicants know exactly what to expect from their chosen degree.
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