Program Description

The Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) explores humanity through the study of cultures, societies, languages, archaeology, and biological evolution. Students examine humans as biological, cultural, and social beings while developing a deeper understanding of the diversity of human life across the world.

At UNB, Anthropology is taught as a holistic discipline with a focus on three core areas: Sociocultural Anthropology, Archaeology, and Biological Anthropology. Students also benefit from access to modern laboratory facilities featuring extensive collections of human, hominid, and primate teaching specimens.

Anthropology is available as a Major, Minor, and Honours option within the Bachelor of Arts program.

Program Highlights

• Four-year Bachelor of Arts degree.
• Study Sociocultural Anthropology, Archaeology, and Biological Anthropology.
• Learn through small class sizes with close interaction with faculty.
• Access modern anthropology laboratories and teaching collections.
• Participate in laboratory research and field activities.
• Volunteer opportunities with faculty research projects, heritage organizations, and non-profit groups.
• Attend field trips, academic conferences, and Anthropology student society events.
• Eligible for the Canadian Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

Skills You Will Develop

• Critical Thinking
• Research Skills
• Written and Oral Communication
• Analytical Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Technical Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Laboratory Experience
• Field Research Techniques

Sample Courses

• Introduction to Medical Anthropology
• The Archaeological Traditions of North America
• Forensic Anthropology
• Ancient Technology

Academic Requirement

Applicants must have successfully completed a recognized secondary/high school qualification equivalent to Canadian Grade 12.

Minimum admission requirements vary by country. Indian applicants should have completed a recognized Higher Secondary qualification with the required minimum academic performance. Program-specific prerequisite subjects may apply.

Official Country-Specific Admission Requirements:
https://www.unb.ca/international/admission/countries.html

English Language Requirement

Applicants must meet UNB's English language proficiency requirements.

Accepted English Tests:

• IELTS Academic: Overall 7.0
• PTE Academic: 68
• Duolingo English Test: 130
• TOEFL iBT, CAEL, Cambridge English and other equivalent tests accepted by UNB.

Applicants who qualify under UNB's official English language exemption policy may not be required to submit English language test scores.

Official English Language Requirements:
https://www.unb.ca/international/admission/english.html

Special Requirement

Program-specific prerequisite subjects may be required. Applicants should review the official Anthropology program requirements before applying.

UNB reserves the right to request additional academic documents or proof of English language proficiency where applicable.

Official Program Information:
https://www.unb.ca/academics/programs/

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue careers as:

• Resource Management Consultant
• Legal / Claims Researcher
• Policy Analyst
• Forensic Scientist
• Ergonomic Design Consultant
• Medical Researcher
• Research Consultant
• Archivist
• Ethnographer
• Librarian

The program also provides an excellent foundation for postgraduate studies in Anthropology, Archaeology, Public Policy, International Development, Cultural Studies, and related disciplines.

Official Program Information:
https://www.unb.ca/academics/programs/