Anthropology University of Cape Coast

Overview

As the anthropological study of human origins and cultures has its roots in Africa, it seems only appropriate that Ghana should be in the forefront of such study.  Currently there is increased interest in, and awareness of, the world’s interconnectivity.  The ethnographic and qualitative methods historically a part of Anthropology provides good training in the understanding of the globalization process in all of its manifestations.

Career Outcomes

Anthropologists study human behaviour and attitude. The discipline traces the evolution of humans, taking into account the history of how humans have evolved, how they look like now and how they are likely to look like in the future. Apart from evolution, cultural diversity, human relations, human biology, as well as human habitation are integral aspects of anthropology. It encompasses areas of social science, biological sciences, as well as natural sciences. The programme explores the meaning of symbols and practices that are found in nature, and relating them to the challenges that humans face on daily basis.

The programme trains students in methods and techniques needed to undertake research into human studies equipping them with analytical and critical reasoning skills. Both oral and written communication skills are integral aspects of studies. The programme also teaches students how to imagine and creatively reconstruct historical events to better understand past events relating to humankind. All kinds of seemingly unfamiliar areas are explored in anthropology. New trends of fashion, new emerging technology that is making life simpler for human kind, innovations that are shaping human health and nutrition, as well as new entertainment and lifestyle activities are all studied in the programme. This makes anthropology one of the broadest and exciting programmes of study. 

The Anthropology programme is offered by University of Cape Coast Ghana.