Applied Social Sciences - Anthropology: University of Southampton

Course overview
Whether you want to make sense of the role that political systems play in our lives, the meaning of witchcraft and magic, or differing sexualities and patterns of gender relations, the anthropology pathway will help you to comprehend the complexities of contemporary life.
By studying the diversity of human experiences, practices and social group formations, you will gain new perspectives from which to consider your own culture, alongside an appreciation of the social world beyond.
Anthropology graduates appeal to employers because of their global awareness and knowledge of cultural diversity. Good communication skills, the ability to design and undertake research, along with skills in gathering and processing data, and the ability to present it in a variety of formats, are equally valued.
This pathway allows you to explore other cultures, behaviours, beliefs and social institutions on a cross-cultural basis. You will gain an invaluable understanding of the world in which we live, and an appreciation of cultural and social diversity.
Throughout all three years there is a wide range of optional courses from other applied social sciences pathways, with increasing specialisation in anthropology.
Introductory year one offers a range of optional courses designed specifically for students who have not studied anthropology before.
In year three you will write a dissertation linked to anthropology, on a research topic of your choice.
Course content

• The making of psychology
• Exploring other cultures
• Social thought in context
• Crime, social change and society
• Social anthropology
• Cosmology, ritual and belief
• The psychology of groups and its application to real-world settingsSexuality and intimacy
• Human emotions: social and cultural dimensions
• Anthropology, film and representations of the other

Entry requirements

• A levels: BBB, plus GCSE mathematics grade C (an additional AS level may be taken into consideration)
• B: 32 points, 15 at higher leve
• Intake: 20
• Average applicants per place: 6

Main University Contact

• Postal Address: University of SouthamptonUniversity RoadSouthamptonSO17 1BJ
• Tel: +44 (0)23 8059 5000
• Fax: +44 (0)23 8059 3939
• Email: admissns@soton.ac.uk
• Website: http://www.soton.ac.uk/