Anthropology

7th in the UK for our research overall in Anthropology in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)

=12th in the UK for Anthropology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)

13th in the UK for Anthropology (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)

About the course

People, cultures and societies are different the world over. As an Anthropology student, you’ll explore a wide diversity of cultural contexts. You’ll study the ways in which people around the globe tackle contemporary issues – from climate change, health inequalities and environmental degradation, to racial discrimination, gender-based violence and human rights.

At Sussex, you’ll learn from experts tackling real-world problems. We influence debates on topics such as social justice and activism, sexualities and queer experiences, contemporary forms of slavery, ethical trade and religious conflict.

We value interdisciplinarity. Throughout your course, you’ll be encouraged to study global challenges from different perspectives. You’ll have the opportunity to work on an independent research project and conduct fieldwork. Our diverse range of modules includes topics such as:

• gender, body and sexualities

• racial injustice and anti-racist activism

• ethnographic film, visual and sensory anthropology

• economic precarity, wage-less life and the gig economy

• violence and conflict in postcolonial contexts.

During your studies, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to make a positive difference in the world. When you graduate, you’ll have the knowledge for employment in areas such as:

• NGOs and global development organisations

• media

• international research organisations

• charities

• journalism.

About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

See the modules you will study by year by going to the 'view course details' link.