Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Anthropology] From Goldsmiths, University of London

Why study BA Anthropology (Hons)Êat Goldsmiths,ÊUniversity of London?

• We offer a fresher approach to the subject than other institutions Ð from the impact of austerity economics, to investigating how the creative arts can tackle inequality, youÕll learn much more than just ÔtraditionalÕ anthropology. YouÕll look at the subject from a contemporary perspective, and be able to apply what you learn in lectures to your everyday life.
• In the first two years, youÕll concentrate on basic anthropological concepts, such as kinship, ritual, world systems, and development. You'll also learn to analyse these concepts using video, film and written texts, and youÕll get to study two regions of the world in depth.
• In your final year youÕll be able to specialise by choosing a selection of option modules, tailoring your degree to your own interests and aspirations. You'll have the opportunity to investigate anthropology in relation to politics, religion, philosophy and psychology in order to develop an interdisciplinary perspective of the subject.
• You'll explore links between theoretical issues and ethnographic studies, enabling you to think critically about culture and society in Britain, and around the world. Our graduates have gone on to work for the UN, World Bank, NGOs, law companies and corporate social responsibility (CSR) consultancies.

Careers

Our students have been successful in a range of areas, from postgraduate research and teaching in higher education, to film making and other media careers, journalism, and museum curating, to applied or advocacy work for NGOs and development agencies.

Our particular emphasis on public anthropology encourages our students to explore options in a range of practice-based and public sector career paths.