Anthropology minor – Bachelor of Arts

Quick Facts

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Credential:
Bachelor of Arts

Duration:
4 years

Options:
Minor

How to apply

Start date:
January, September 

Location:
Abbotsford campus

Cost:
Tuition and fees

Features:

  • Co-op semester(s) provide paid work experience in your field of study
  • Program eligible for financial aid

Program description

Anthropology explores human origins, cultures, and societies from the past to the present. The Anthropology minor allows an interdisciplinary approach to learning about cultural anthropology, archaeology, and major social issues, allowing students who are pursuing another discipline to gain cultural awareness and analytical skills valued across many career paths to improve their degrees.

This minor pairs well with programs such as sociology, political science, history, geography, and global development studies, broadening your perspective and adding meaningful context to your primary area of study. Students interested in a more in-depth, interdisciplinary approach may also consider the Sociology and Anthropology Bachelor of Arts. Please note that the Anthropology minor cannot be combined with the Sociology and Anthropology major.

Through the program, you’ll learn to view the world through many cultures as you take courses and develop skills and traits such as research, analysis, and writing. With the knowledge and skills developed in the program, you will become a critical thinker about culture and society, both locally and globally, with a greater understanding of your own views and those of others. Topics such as world cultures, Indigenous studies, identity, and global social issues deepen this foundation as you progress.

Career expectations

An Anthropology minor develops skills that employers value across a wide range of fields, including cultural awareness, the ability to understand diverse perspectives, and strong communication, critical thinking, and analytical abilities.

Common career paths for the Anthropology minor include:

  • Social Services and Community Service (Case Worker, Outreach Worker)
  • Education or the Public Sector
  • Research and Fieldwork Support
  • International and Intercultural Roles

Career outlook

According to WorkBC there is expected to be a steady demand for social science professionals, including sociologists and anthropologists, with an estimated 460 job openings in B.C. between 2025 and 2035. These roles involve managing and interpreting human behaviour data. There is an opportunity for you to work for various types of organizations, including global marketing and analytics firms, non-profits, government, and private sector organizations.

Get involved

You may participate in informational seminars, public discussion panels, weekly gatherings, and department events. To learn more, contact the School of Social Justice and Global Stewardship.

Entrance requirements

Go to entrance requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology program in the UFV Academic Calendar.

International student admissions

This program is open for international students.

Upgrading options

Students who do not meet the entrance requirements may complete upgrading to meet prerequisites for university-level courses. 

Prospective students should contact the Future Students office to learn more about upgrading options. 

Current or returning students should connect with the appropriate advising area based on the level of upgrading required:  

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