Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology (Advanced Major)

St. Francis Xavier University

Anthropology is the study of humans. Of course, scholars working in other disciplines also study humans: sociologists study human societies medical researchers study human bodies philosophers study human thought. Anthropologists draw on ideas and knowledge from all of these fields and then add their own particular perspective. As a StFX Anthropology student, you will look at the social world and ask fundamental questions about the development and behaviour of human societies. Exceptional faculty members guide you to think critically about the development and behavior of human society, explore the way human cultures differ, and explain what it is that makes humans different from other animals.Students completing a Joint Advanced Major degree in a program such as Development Studies or Women’s Studies may choose anthropology as their other subject. The Advanced Major degree is also available in anthropology alone. See the Anthropology Program Advisor if you are considering this option.