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Anthropology Courses

Anthropology courses can help you learn cultural analysis, social structures, human evolution, and ethnographic research methods. You can build skills in critical thinking, qualitative research, and cross-cultural communication. Many courses introduce tools like qualitative data analysis software and fieldwork techniques, that support gathering and interpreting data about human behavior and societies. You'll also explore key topics such as globalization, kinship systems, and the impact of technology on culture.


Popular Anthropology Courses and Certifications


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    Yale University

    South Asian Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Suffering and the Human Condition

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Culture, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Disabilities, Electronic Media, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Evolution Today

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Biology, Culture, Climate Change Adaptation, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Taxonomy, Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Microbiology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    168 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Subsistence Marketplaces

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Solution Design, Consumer Behaviour, Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Business, Market Opportunities, Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, Ideation, Product Development, Environmental Issue, Business, Qualitative Research, Sustainability Reporting, Behavioral Economics, Social Sciences, Business Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Reconstruction of The Past

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Anthropology, Case Studies, Social Sciences, World History, Timelines, Cultural Diversity, Research, Environment, Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, European History, World History, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Filosofía, Ciencia y humanidad

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Human Development, World History, Cultural Diversity, Scientific Methods, Economics, Biology

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Social Impact, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Sustainable Development, Anthropology, Environment, Case Studies, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Family Spirit Nurture

    Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Child Health, Nutrition Education, Maternal Health, Motivational Interviewing, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Education And Counseling, Caregiving, Mental Health, Family Support, Stress Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Anatomy, Physiology, Life Sciences, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Cultural Diversity, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Taxonomy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Studies, Sociology, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Land Management, Intercultural Competence, Culture Transformation, Public History, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Race, Gender, and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Anthropology, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, World History, International Relations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular anthropology courses

  • South Asian Religions & Ecology: Yale University
  • Suffering and the Human Condition: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Evolution Today : Universiteit Leiden
  • Subsistence Marketplaces: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Reconstruction of The Past: Rice University
  • Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors: University of Pennsylvania
  • Filosofía, Ciencia y humanidad: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism: Rice University
  • Family Spirit Nurture: Johns Hopkins University
  • Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions: University of Alberta

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