Career questions tagged anthropology
Should I do a minor for my first year?
I want to major in Anthropology, but I'm really nervous that I won't like it. What if a minor in Economics to see if I like that? OR will it be too much?
How do decide what major will best set you up for the future career you have in mind?
I want to go into art restoration, I love museums, science, history and am an artist. However, Im not sure what the best major to start the path would be. The school I can afford does not offer many art or history centric majors although they provide Anthropology. Would this be a smart decision to go into
As an online college student, how do I build field experience that will help me going into a career of Forensic Anthropology?
I am a sophomore in college studying anthropology planning to switch to online college next semester. Anthropology is a very experience heavy field, but finding experience while taking online courses is difficult.
Any advice for an adult going back to school ?
I graduated high school in 2020. I am choosing to go back to school now because it finally feels right. I feel I have a direction and purpose. How do I keep the motivation I have now? Any tips on how to balance going to school while working full-time?
What is the best career to seek a future in as someone majoring in international studies, most of which was centered around anthropology classes?
Not much to elaborate on here. Most time's I job search I get a lot of HR positions, which I'm not entirely sold on.
Should I take a Biological Anthropology college course?
So I want to study Cardiology after I graduate from high school. And, my high school is offering a free online college course, and I am wondering if this would help me improve my application because I want to go to Harvard. Would this help boost my application if I have mid extracurriculars?
How much school do you have to go through to become an anthropologist?
Hi there!I’m a middle schooler in 8th grade, I’m interested in becoming a forensic anthropologist and I wonder about the pros and cons of becoming one. How much money is made in a year as a forensic anthropologist ? How many hours do they work in a week?
How much time does someone have to spend to get a degree in anthropology and archaeology?
What is the average amount of time one has to spend to get a degree in archaeology and anthropology?
What advice would you offer and opportunities would you highlight to someone pursuing their undergraduate degree in Anthropology, with an accompanying interest in Osteology and Ethics?
I am a 12th grader and uncommitted to a college at the moment. I am very passionate about Anthropology and am finding it difficult to find mentors in the field who can give me some words of advice towards the best opportunities and activities to pursue during the summer before undergrad and while in undergraduate school.
How do you become a forensic anthropologist? Can you do it with just a bachelor's degree?
Hi! I am currently trying to rethink my future and figure out what I want to do with my life. I am extremely interested in becoming a forensic anthropologist, but I have no idea where to start other than a degree in Anthropology. Please help!
What is the reality of going to Veterinary School? Is it worth it, or should I look more into my passion of being an anthropologist? How would you make this decision?
I am a college freshman, going into my sophomore year. I am a double major for Biology and Anthropology. I have been planning on going to veterinary school, but recently I have been going back and forth on if I want to focus on anthropology instead. I have always wanted to become an anthropologist, but stayed away because it doesn't pay well. Can anyone give me advice? Thank you!
What advice would you recommend for an aspiring anthropologist?
Despite attending college and planning to transfer, the process is still overwhelming. I want to major in anthropology, but I have no way to go about gaining experience.
What kind of jobs can I get related to medical anthropology ?
Right now I’m a third year anthropology major at UCR. I’ve recently gained an interest in medical anthropology, but I’m not really sure what jobs are related to it.
What should my next steps be to gain a career path in Human Trafficking Prevention?
Hi, I am currently undertaking an undergraduate in Anthropology and International Development in England and have gained a deep passion for human traffic prevention. I am trying to figure out the right next steps in order to be useful in this field and become more desirable to companies. I am considering a master's in International Human Rights Law, however, this being a LLM, I'm not entirely sure if this is useful considering I am not a law student. Any advice here? I am also considering the internship route, which will help me gain physical experience. I have a desire to work with victims who have recently escaped trafficking, however, is this possible without a social work/care degree? I am the first in my family to study here and would love any advice to get me closer to this field. Thanks :)
How should I decide what career path to follow?
There are multiple different things I want to study, but they’re all different from each other and I wont be able to use them all in whatever career I choose. How should I choose which one to study?
What are some possible career paths that I could take?
I am currently majoring in Anthropology (with a focus in biological anthropology) and in Mathematics. I like both subjects, but I’m more interested in anthropology. I’m trying to figure out career paths that could possibly combine these two. I also have an interest in forensic anthropology. I’m just not sure what to do with my life career wise so if anyone could give some advice that would be great.
How do I present my discoveries as an independent researcher?
I am very neurodiverse. My discoveries are major importance type but my ability to get anyone to agree to even consider meeting me or physically inspecting my claim is impossible. So how do I get to meet a professional who is willing to look at the evidence in person? Photo submissions don't work.
what different job occupations would I be able to get if I were to have a bachelors in Anthropology?
I’m trying to broaden my options but always let down by peoples answers of it’s a lousy major or just careers with a masters/phd and not much as entry level jobs. I’m way into my major to opt out now as I’m a lower junior in college rn. edit: thank you for the responses!
What are the pros and cons of forensic science and forensic anthropology?
Recently I've been running back and forth between forensic anthropology and forensic science. I understand the two are similar but I think that's why I'm having an issue deciding in the first place! I want to be able to compare the two to get a solid idea of what I may be working with in the future.
Is forensic anthropology the right major for me?
Hi! I've always loved forensics and once I found forensic anthropology it seemed like a good route for me. After doing some more research I realized it requires some math skills, math is not one of my strong suits so I'm doubting my choice. What is it like to actually work with anthropology? For someone who struggles with math, would this be the right choice for me? Should I pick another major? These are questions that have been running through my head.
Can you get a Cultural anthropology major in New York University or McGill? As well do either of those have any Theology classes as in relation to Christianity?
Things I would like to study - Culture - Languages - Theology - Writing
What different types of jobs can you get when you're interested in Anthropology?
Interested in anthropology or anything to do with languages but I don't know if there are many jobs out thereto do with this.
What type of job that has free or paid internships overseas?
I'm a sophomore in high school, and I'm looking for colleges that have 1. cultural anthropology classes so I can major in that 2. Faith based classes like Theology 3. Majors similar to cultural anthropology so I can get two or three majors for the price of one and a half (the classes are mostly the same) 4. Things I should know about study abroad programs 5. Jobs that let me write (ALOT)!
What country does the US usually work with in relation to study abroad programs?
I'm a sophomore looking into jobs that travel, and what colleges have classes that would 1. Let me get a cultural anthropology major 2. Let me get more than one major for the amount of class of one. (Meaning majors which are similar to each other, so they have a lot of the same classes) 3. Looking for jobs that travel, and where you live overseas. 4. Jobs that let me write (ALOT)
what are the highest paying jobs you can get with a psychology degree?
I'm super interested in psychology and how the human brain works. Mental health is really interesting and important to me, too. I'm looking into pursuing a career relating to that sort of thing, but financial stability is very important to me.
what is your daily career life like in anthropology?
I've been looking a bit into anthropology and it seemed to peak my interest. I just want to know what is your life like in your career? what challenges do you face in your work? what kind of area do you work in? is it a career you enjoy? how did you get to the point where you are at now? what kind of education did you need? #anthropology
How to become an Anthropologist
I have an extreme love of learning about different cultures, histories, religions, beliefs, and people. Mythology has also been something that I have enjoyed studying in my past time and I think Anthropology is a fit for me since I want to travel the world and learn as much as I can about different people and how they think. #travel #history #college #anthropology
What is a major with higher gpa average? What is considered an easy major?
Currently deciding college majors. Need help. #college #college-major #major #college-admissions #anthropology #pre-med #education
what would a non profit business look like
I like to be my own boss but have a idea of what im doing like a mentor #non-profit #travel #anthropology #mentoring #entrepreneurship