As a student in one of the most highly-regarded Anthropology programs in Canada, you will explore the evolution of our species and today’s global societies. Through this hands-on and diverse program at Trent University, you can choose to study from all primary fields of anthropology—archaeological, biological, cultural, and linguistic—learning first-hand from renowned experts and researchers. With a wide range of courses, specializations, and joint degree options, this program offers students plenty of opportunities to build career and research experience through immersive lab courses, archaeological field schools, and undergraduate research opportunities in subjects like forensic anthropology and ancient biomolecules.
This undergraduate program is studied full-time on campus over four years, offering a comprehensive education in anthropological science. You will engage with core concepts through lectures and seminars, and gain practical experience in areas such as lithics and bone analysis, and contemporary legends. The curriculum encourages in-depth study through options like ethnography and culture or theories of society and culture. You will graduate with a strong foundation in anthropological theory and methods, prepared for further academic pursuits or careers in research, cultural resource management, or social policy.