Arts (Anthropology), Bachelor

Ranked top 50 in the world for social sciences and languages, and with 30+ study areas, our Bachelor of Arts degree offers maximum choice and flexibility. The unique Professional Futures program, and our internships and industry connections ensure you will graduate career ready.

What is anthropology?Anthropology compares different ways of life. Anthropologists provide ‘insider’ perspective on human behaviour by observing the lives of others, living with them, sharing their experiences and discussing their perspectives.When you study anthropology at Monash, you’ll learn from renowned experts who are informing global conversations about some of the most pressing issues of our time. Our scholars have achieved international standing in the field of medical anthropology, which includes reproductive trade, and the movement of patients across borders to avoid legal regulations on services such as commercial surrogacy or sex selection.Other areas where our research is making an impact include, masculinities in Indonesia and East Timor; and examining the social factors that contribute to challenges in dementia diagnosis, management and care.Why choose anthropology?Anthropologists specialise in analysing, documenting and creating social changes, and can assist in areas such as climate change, mining, social policy, Indigenous issues and development aid. If you’re looking to make change in this world, then Anthropology is for you.What will you study?Some of the topics you’ll study from an anthropological view are:Magic and witchcraft in the contemporary worldDispute-resolution and peace-buildingSocial policyIndigenous issues and development aidGender and sexualityResponses to climate changeHuman mobilityViolenceTechnology and the digital worldWhat careers will you be ready for?Anthropology is the study of human cultural diversity, and the work of our anthropologists reflects that diversity.Studying anthropology opens up career opportunities in:International developmentHealth and educationSocial researchCurating and collecting workIndigenous affairsMulticultural affairsConservation and heritage workGlobal studyWith Monash’s impressive international links, you’ll get the opportunity to venture into new and challenging contexts where you can apply your expertise. Recently our staff and students have travelled to environments in outback Australia, Indonesia, Iran and Timor-Leste – just to name a few.Short term programs: Field methods in anthropology and international development – Malaysia Exchange programs include: National University of Singapore – SingaporeUniversity of Copenhagen – DenmarkFree University of Berlin – GermanyHebrew University of Jerusalem – Israel. Global Immersion Guarantee:As a Bachelor of Arts student, you’ll have access to the Monash Global Immersion Guarantee – an opportunity to spend two weeks studying in one of a variety of locations, with airfares and accommodation covered as part of your degree.