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Anthropology Courses

Anthropology courses can help you learn cultural analysis, social structures, human evolution, and ethnographic research methods. You can build skills in critical thinking, qualitative research, and cross-cultural communication. Many courses introduce tools like qualitative data analysis software and fieldwork techniques, that support gathering and interpreting data about human behavior and societies. You'll also explore key topics such as globalization, kinship systems, and the impact of technology on culture.


Popular Anthropology Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Davis

    Computational Social Science

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Social Sciences, Research, Big Data, Databases, Simulations, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Systems Thinking, Social Studies, Trend Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, Agentic systems

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Culture, Laboratory Research, Behavioral Health, Healthcare Ethics, Research, Media and Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Food and Beverage, Rehabilitation, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, 3D Modeling, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, Investigation, Data Modeling, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies, Art History, Research, Timelines, Data Management, Data Collection, Research Methodologies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Introduction to Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Biology, Social Justice, Culture, Natural Resource Management, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Anthropology, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Climate Change Mitigation

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    Princeton University

    Food Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Food and Beverage, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainability Standards, International Relations, Environmental Issue, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Utrecht University

    Understanding child development: from synapse to society

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Human Development, Speech Language Pathology, Developmental Disabilities, Systems Thinking, Pediatrics, Research, Neurology, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Communication

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    University of Alberta

    Arctic Peoples and Cultures

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Environmental Issue, Environment, Advocacy, Anthropology, Natural Resource Management, Economics, Environmental Monitoring, Climate Change Adaptation, Energy and Utilities, World History, Research, Construction

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Culture-Driven Team Building

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Conflict Management, Team Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Team Building, Intercultural Competence, Team Performance Management, Adaptability, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Team Motivation, Workplace inclusivity, Presentations, Cognitive flexibility, Culture, Case Studies, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Storytelling

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    University of Alberta

    Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Environmental Science, Spatial Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Social Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Social Skills, Social Justice, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular anthropology courses

  • Computational Social Science: University of California, Davis
  • Animals and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Introduction to Religions & Ecology: Yale University
  • Food Ethics: Princeton University
  • Understanding child development: from synapse to society: Utrecht University
  • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior : Fractal Analytics
  • Arctic Peoples and Cultures : University of Alberta
  • Culture-Driven Team Building: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization: University of Pennsylvania

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