Anthropology
Anthropology is the study of what it means to be human, whether in the past, the present or the future.
Anthropologists apply research approaches including ethnography, audio-visual and digital methods, excavations, fieldwork and lab-based work. Faculty in the department have undertaken research around the world.
Study anthropology at UVic
Drawing on insights from the social sciences, the sciences and the humanities, anthropologists study how humans have emerged and organized ourselves. Embracing the full diversity of humanity across time and space, anthropologists at UVic work in fields such as:
- human history and material culture (archaeology)
- human evolution and primatology (biological anthropology)
- human culture and society (socio-cultural anthropology)
At UVic, anthropology undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of hands-on and experiential learning opportunities, including field schools and co-operative education.
From small class sizes to hands-on and international learning, learn why you should study anthropology at UVic.
News & stories
Dr. Brown on religiosity of Gen Z
April 18, 2026
Dr. Rachel Brown interviewed by The Winnipeg Free Press in an article titled "Pew research: Long-term data lacking about the religiosity of Gen Z". Read the article here.
Dr. Thom on BC Court of Appeals
April 10, 2026
Dr. Brian Thom was interviewed by Radio-Canada about the significance of the BC Court of Appeals new decision that found Nuchatlaht Aboriginal title in 100% of their claim area, and the role of...
Dr. Kalan's new paper
March 26, 2026
Congratulations to Dr. Ammie Kalan on her new paper. Kalan AK, Tennie C. Brokering peace in the ape (culture) wars. Evolutionary Human Sciences. 2026;8:e9....
PhD candidate receives Uplifting Reciprocal Research Scholarship
March 13, 2026
Congratulations to our PhD candidate Dylan Hillis who was awarded the 2025 "Uplifting Reciprocal Research Scholarship". Check out his knowledge higlight - part of the Pacific...
Honours student guest curated exhibition
March 11, 2026
Please check out this wonderful exhibition at Mary Winspear Centre of Tsawout artist Doug LaFortune’s art. Our amazing Honours student Carter Lindstrom guest curated this exhibition at...
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