BA offered by the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies
If you are passionate about understanding why societies have flourished and perished, why and how civilizations which have come before us have changed or have affected the way we are today and are fascinated by the interaction of cultures and the dissemination of traditions and ways of life, a major in may be your calling. It will expose you to differing cultural experiences, ways of viewing problems and contemporary policies and societal realities, preparing you for a number of professional career options.
Career Options in Anthropology
Here are just some of the career options related to this major. As all degrees offer transferable skills, some jobs are more closely linked to this field, than others. Check for regional requirements.
- Activist
- Archivist
- Conservator
- Curator
- Cultural Advisor
- Cultural Artifact Specialist
- Cultural Researcher
- Demographer
- Event Coordinator
- Exhibit Coordinator
- Foreign Correspondent
- Foreign Service Officer
- Fundraiser
- Government Administrator
- Historical Researcher
- Historian
- Human Resources Specialist
- Immigration Officer
- Journalist
- Labour Relations Specialist
- Lawyer
- Legislative Aid
- Librarian
- Lobbyist
- Mediator
- Museum Curator
- Museum Technician
- Non-Profit Administrator
- Population Studies Analyst
- Police Officer/Corrections Officer
- Policy Advisor
- Policy Researcher
- Politician
- Public Health Specialist
- Risk Analyst
- Social Media Manager
- Sustainability Consultant
- Urban Planner
- User Experience (UX) Researcher
- Wildlife Conservationist
Some career choices may require further education, such as graduate studies or professional courses and exams. For detailed career descriptions and specific requirements, please check .
Entry-Level Positions in Anthropology
An undergraduate degree is typically sufficient for these positions, though some locations may require additional qualifications. For region-specific information, please check .
- Archaeological Technician
- Cultural Resource Assistant
- Data Analyst
- Education Coordinator
- Exhibit Assistant
- Field Research Assistant
- Grant Writer
- Human Resources Assistant
- Immigration Officer
- Laboratory Technician
- Museum Assistant
- Policy Research Assistant
- Project Coordinator
- Public Relations Assistant
- Research Assistant
- Social Media Coordinator
- Survey Technician
- Teacher's Assistant
- Urban Planning Assistant
- Volunteer Coordinator
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Skills Developed through a Degree in Anthropology
Core Skills
- An understanding of the ways in which people in the world are subjected to, participate in and contest the processes of living in a world that is interconnected by new and powerful economic, cultural and technological forces.
- Knowledge of contemporary, past and future social life, and the critical analytic tools to understand our place in the social and cultural diversity of the world, past and present.
- The ability to analyze the ways in which concepts such as class, race, gender and ethnic identities are produced and expressed in shifting local and global contexts of power.
Communication, Data Gathering and Organizational Skills
- Deduction of information from various sources and the ability to concentrate on relevant resources
- The ability to learn new information and apply this to professional demands
- The capacity to critically analyze problems, think creatively and make sound decisions while considering different sides of an argument
- The ability to explain complex ideas clearly to others and to apply complex theoretical concepts to everyday practice and professional dilemmas
- The skills to collect various types of information, assess them, analyze and incorporate potential linkages from different fields, put them into writing and efficiently convey your message and the goal of your work
Management and Teamwork Skills
- The capacity to lead and interact with a variety of people with different approaches and personal and professional backgrounds
- Skills enabling you to work effectively in group situations, partaking in decision-making, leading and contributing in various capacities to the ultimate success of the team and task
- The ability to debate, persuade, mediate and present your thoughts and opinions to others, as well as the capacity to recognize and incorporate other potential solutions or applications to given problems
- The capability to identify priorities and proper courses of action, to plan the execution of tasks and to determine and delegate responsibilities to group members to most effectively carry out projects
Professional Associations
Professional associations offer valuable insights into qualifications, industry trends, and career opportunities. They provide networking events, workshops, mentorship programs, and internships, as well as job boards and career development resources. Additionally, some associations offer professional licensing and regulatory oversight.
- Promotes the advancement and understanding of anthropology in Canada through research, education, and fostering connections within the anthropological community.
- (CABA): Dedicated to the promotion and development of biological anthropology in Canada, supporting research and education in areas like human evolution and biological diversity.
- (SfAA): Focuses on the application of anthropology to solve real-world problems, promoting the use of anthropological methods and insights in fields like public health, education, and policy.
- (CMA): Advocates for and supports Canada's diverse museum community, fostering skills, connections, and policies to enrich and sustain museums nationwide.
- The (OAS): Promotes the ethical practice of archaeology in the Province of Ontario and beyond.