Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Anthropology
Programme Description
To familiarise students with intellectual debates in Anthropology and demonstrate how Anthropology is sensitive to the contested nature of knowledge hence its ability to keep generating new theories a...
To familiarise students with intellectual debates in Anthropology and demonstrate how Anthropology is sensitive to the contested nature of knowledge hence its ability to keep generating new theories and refocusing content to remain relevant to national and global priorities.
To foster the systematic and comparative study of human institutions and behaviour, and achieve an understanding of the cultural diversity with which humanity is increasingly confronted with
The objectives of the programme are:
To equip students with skills to embark on evidence-based research in order to seek answers to questions on a variety of social issues.
To enable students to understand the fundamentals of Anthropology as a study of nature, history, human societies and culture as well as appreciate the key role played by empirical fieldwork as a method and source of knowledge generation.
To guide students through cutting-edge research methods in Anthropology and train students on ethical procedures guiding the discipline.
To enable students to develop analytical and critical skills required to explore the diverse social arrangements existent in the global society.
To equip students with the skills to challenge predominant Western based knowledge systems and literature that exists within the discipline of Anthropology.
To foster the systematic and comparative study of human institutions and behaviour, and achieve an understanding of the cultural diversity with which humanity is increasingly confronted with
The objectives of the programme are:
To equip students with skills to embark on evidence-based research in order to seek answers to questions on a variety of social issues.
To enable students to understand the fundamentals of Anthropology as a study of nature, history, human societies and culture as well as appreciate the key role played by empirical fieldwork as a method and source of knowledge generation.
To guide students through cutting-edge research methods in Anthropology and train students on ethical procedures guiding the discipline.
To enable students to develop analytical and critical skills required to explore the diverse social arrangements existent in the global society.
To equip students with the skills to challenge predominant Western based knowledge systems and literature that exists within the discipline of Anthropology.
Career Opportunities
A Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Anthropology can lead to a diverse range of career opportunities, especially in fields related to human culture, society, and history. Here are some potential career paths:
Cultural Anthropologist: Studying and analyzing cultures and societies.
Archaeologist: Investigating ancient civilizations through excavation and artifact analysis.
Museum Curator: Managing and curating collections of artifacts and exhibits.
Entry Requirements
Normal Entry: Candidates must have passed 5 subjects at Ordinary level, including English language with at least a C grade or better. Candidates must have passed at least two subjects at Advanced level. One of the subjects should preferably be Geography, History, Language (any), Sociology, Geography, English literature and Agriculture.
Special Entry: Candidates must have a Diploma from this university or a recognised institution.
Humanities and Social Sciences
Community studies
Dean: Dr Mbulisi Ndlovu (Acting Dean)
mndlovu@lsu.ac.zw
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Lupane State University Main Campus