Anthropology students studying in the field

Anthropology

How do humans tick? How do they make cultural meaning? How do they cope with diseases? How did they live in the past? Gain a deeper understanding of the human condition from our earliest ancestors to modern societies.

This program applies a combination of science and humanities to understand a range of anthropological approaches. Utilize your knowledge at the graduate level or in pursuit of a career in education, law, social work, and more.

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Campus
Prince George
Credits
120 credits,  4 Years,
Part-time available
Experiential Learning
Co-op,  Faculty Supervised Research,  Field School,  Study Abroad,  Undergraduate Research Experience
Honours Option
Yes
Intakes
Jan,  May,  Sep

Program Details

Study the most fascinating subject of all ourselves. Anthropology is the biological, social and cultural investigation of humans, in the past, present, and future. 

This program includes courses in sociocultural, archaeological, biological, and linguistic anthropology. You can choose from a broad range of courses that reflect specific areas of interest. If your pursuit is sociocultural, you might select courses in First Nations studies, geography, history, and political science. If you are interested in archaeology, you might also take courses in biological and soil sciences, and environmental studies.

You are taught to apply principles of culturally respectful research, lab work and excavation to work in the field and classroom.

Program Website Academic Calendar

Career Paths

  • Anthropologist
  • Archaeologist
  • Forensic scientist
  • Museum curator
This degree provides a strong foundation for further studies in education, museology, law, or for pursuing studies at the masters and PhD levels.

Why at 蹤獲扞⑹

  • Examine diverse curriculum with a unique focus on First Nations settlements in northern B.C.
  • Focus your degree on specific interests studying different cultures, archaeology, human biology, or human language
  • Participate in experiential learning and exciting field schools in northern B.C, Ireland and Russia
蹤獲扞⑹ motto

'En Cha Hun獺

蹤獲扞⑹s motto, from the Dakelh (Carrier) Elders, reminds us that all people have a voice and a viewpoint. Interpreted as respecting all forms of life, 'En Cha Hun獺 encapsulates the spirit of academic freedom, respect for others, and willingness to recognize different perspectives.

Admission Requirements

High School Requirements (applicable for B.C. and Yukon)

Overall average of 65% minimum in the following:

  • English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12
  • Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
  • Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
  • Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
  • Additional Grade 12 Course (Elective or Academic)

Domestic Admission Requirements

View the full list of Approved Academic Grade 12 Courses

More high school admission requirements (including out-of-province, International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement)

Transfer Requirements

  • Have attempted at least 15 credit hours of post-secondary transferrable coursework from a recognized institution
  • Be in good academic standing at the transfer institution
  • Have a 2.0 GPA from the most recent 30 credits prior to transfer
  • For the purposes of verifying any outstanding first-year prerequisites, high school transcripts may be requested

Detailed transfer requirements

Tuition and Fees

Approximate Costs per Academic Year

(30 credit hours, 10 courses)

  Domestic International
Tuition* $5,985 $26,750
Student fees* $1,125 $1,315
Books* $1,400 $1,400

* Tuition, fees and books are subject to change and vary among programs.

Tuition and Fees

Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards

View the hundreds of available scholarships, bursaries, and awards.

  • 1 in 3 students receive a 蹤獲扞⑹ financial award.
  • $4,000,000 in financial awards given each year.
Awards and Financial Aid Information for Indigenous Students

We Are Here to Help

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Email: futurestudents@unbc.ca
Phone: 250-960-6306

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