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Anthropology BSc (Hons)

Bournemouth University

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Bournemouth University
UCAS CODE: J21B

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


This degree - one of just a handful at UK universities to offer complementary units covering social anthropology alongside the core focus on biological anthropology – provides a firm foundation for understanding how societies work.


Why study BSc (Hons) Anthropology at BU?

- Anthropology is the study of humans: what unites us as a species, and how and why individuals and groups vary both biologically and culturally across space and time. - With comprehensive study of the dual biological/social nature of humans and human societies, past and present - gain an understanding of human biological and cultural diversity. - Undertake hands-on practical and laboratory work, all delivered by leading academics with 92% of students studying Anthropology agreeing that staff made the subject interesting. - Anthropological theory and fieldwork, cultural ecology, human-environment interaction, human evolution, and material culture and technology are all key areas of study. - Select subject options from biological and social anthropology and allied disciplines, to build your study around your own interests, passions, and career aspirations. - Complete a five- or a 30-week placement to apply skills developed as well as build a network of professional contacts and a strong CV, enhancing your career prospects. With 15 months of graduating, 80% of our students are in employment or further study. (source DiscoverUni 2023)

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 18,700per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University

  • University League Table

    55th

  • Campus address

    Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole, Poole, BH12 5BB, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Anthropology

    22nd out of 24

  • Entry standards

    / Max 196
    107 55%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    58.0 58%

    19th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    8th

    11

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