Explore humanity from its earliest origins to the cultures and societies of today. You’ll combine archaeology’s examination of material evidence with anthropology’s focus on human development through time.

Examine the diversity of human experience using methodological approaches from the sciences, social sciences and humanities. Study the biological evolution of our earliest ancestors, the prehistorical and historical development of different cultures, and the ways of life and social issues of the present day.

The archaeology, heritage, education, public and not-for-profit sectors are popular choices for graduates of the archaeology and anthropology disciplines.

Roles within marketing, advertising, PR and the media require the communication and analytical skills you will develop during your studies. A career in insurance or the law is also possible, requiring the ability to formulate and articulate arguments based on facts – an ability that will be nurtured during your time at Reading.

Anthropology can be a path into international development (with governmental, inter-governmental and non-governmental organisations), agriculture, health, and social research, and social policy.