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Department of Anthropology

Faculty of Arts

Through transformative research, UBC Anthropology advances the study and constructive understanding of human diversity and commonality, across the globe and throughout the long span of human existence. We are committed to inspiring people, ideas, and action for a better world.

With a strong reputation for collaboration, we have a vast array of research projects, programs, labs, and partnerships with various field schools and the world-renowned Museum of Anthropology.

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Research News

Announcement, Faculty, Research

UBC Anthropology researchers secure 2024 SSHRC funding

Announcement, Research, Students

Anthropology Student Spencer Millar Receives Nunavut Grant

Achievement, Research, Students

Jonathan Eaton wins University of Colorado Student Paper Competition

Research Streams

Explore the sub-disciplinary streams within UBC Anthropology that can be areas of specialization for your degree.

Learn more about our individual faculty members and their achievements, publications, and current research initiatives.

Learn about our strong partnerships with the world-renowned Museum of Anthropology, the Laboratory of Archaeology, and our Digital and Virtual Media Lab.

Research Initiatives

Learn about our major research projects, programs, and collaboration initiatives with various research units at UBC.

Enhance your degree while gaining hands-on experience through local or global field school opportunities.

Dissertations & Theses

Explore our doctoral dissertations and master’s theses that span all of the subfields of anthropology

UBC Research & Innovation

UBC consistently ranks as one of the world’s top research universities, where open, innovative thinking is changing the world.