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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


  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Chimpanzee Behavior and Conservation

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Research, Research Methodologies, Sociology, Infant Care, Social Sciences, Data Collection, Anthropology, Human Development, Motion Arguments, Culture, Nutrition and Diet, Life Sciences, Environment, Environmental Issue, Biology, Education and Training

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    286 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Diversity and Inclusion in Education

    Skills you'll gain: Special Education, Education and Training, Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Teaching, Pedagogy, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Cultural Diversity, Instructional Strategies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Public Policies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    400 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Wilderness First Aid - Medical Emergencies

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Emergency, Neurology, Trauma Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Evaluation, First Aid, Patient Treatment, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Emergency Response, Injury Prevention, Patient Transport, Health Assessment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    41 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Università Bocconi

    International Leadership and Organizational Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Intercultural Competence, Professional Networking, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership and Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Team Leadership, Behavior Management, Leadership Development, Communication Strategies, Drive Engagement, Relationship Building, Team Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Public History, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Research, Higher Education, Political Sciences, Analytics, Data Collection, Education and Training, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    127 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Social Sciences, Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Filosofía, Ciencia y humanidad

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Culture, Psychology, Anthropology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Development, World History, Cultural Diversity, Scientific Methods

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Assets, Ancient History, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Public History, Digital Publishing, Scientific Methods, Data Sharing, Anthropology, Data Modeling, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Liberal Arts, Research, Data Management, Data Collection, Semantic Web

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    310 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Research Design, Health Policy, Research Methodologies, Biostatistics, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Risk Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Timelines, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Physics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    441 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Pain Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    161 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior : Fractal Analytics
  • Chimpanzee Behavior and Conservation: Duke University
  • Diversity and Inclusion in Education: University of Glasgow
  • Wilderness First Aid - Medical Emergencies: University of Colorado System
  • International Leadership and Organizational Behavior: Università Bocconi
  • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science: Rice University
  • Filosofía, Ciencia y humanidad: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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