Department of Anthropology

Student Life

Our department is a diverse group of staff and students who come from countries all around the world to conduct research and study anthropology at Durham. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, welcoming and inclusive place to study and work. We aim to create a working environment that supports all our students and staff to thrive.

We are located in the Dawson Building, along with the Archaeology department, next to the main library, and close to lots of other departments and central services.

Durham University Anthropology Society

Discover more about being part of our community through Durham University Anthropology Society (AnthSoc). Events, socials, field trips, careers and experiences. By students, for students.

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Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) in all areas of teaching and research. We seek to promote equality of opportunity for all our students and staff, promote diversity in our community, provide an inclusive environment and eliminate any harassment or discrimination.

See our Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Student Voices

Find out what life is really like at Durham University in these blogs by Anthropology students.

Anthropology Student Blogs

What's it like studying Anthropology?

Antonia Stulz and Annika Hanson describe their 3rd year field trip to Gibraltar

2 students observing macaques in Gibraltar

What's it like studying Anthropology?

Shivani Daxini describes her experience of studying Anthropology.

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Day in the life of an Anthropology student

Freya Smellie describes a typical day in the life of a second year Anthropology student

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So you're thinking of studying Anthropology?

Fliss Barrows talks about what its like to study Anthropology

Anthropology field trip to Gibraltar

Hannah Swinney describes her field trip to Gibraltar.

What’s it like studying Anthropology?

Maria Erazo tells us about her experiences studying Anthropology at Durham!

Student Support

We aim to create a supportive learning community in which students from diverse backgrounds can thrive and fulfil their potential including the allocation of peer mentors and year tutors to answer your questions.

How we support our students

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Explore our Undergraduate Courses

Find out more about our undergraduate Anthropology degree courses by visiting the individual programme pages or contact us for more information.

Anthropology Undergraduate Courses

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Widening Participation

Going to university is a major decision, and we are dedicated to supporting applicants from minority backgrounds, or who are among the first in their family to go to university.

Learn more about how we support our students