BSc Anthropology at the University of Kent

Why did I study Anthropology?

I studied Anthropology at the University of Kent. A combination of Social and Biological Anthropology. Anthropology is a broad subject that is able to delve into the physical body, our society, and cultural trends. I studied it because I studied BTech's in Sixth Form and I wanted to learn theoretical knowledge that could be applied to the world.

What surprised you the most about your course?

I remember some advice from a 2nd year who told a group of us, "You won't like all of the course." It stuck with me because, as a fresher, I couldn't imagine it. But now I know the reality. It was true that some modules were tough due to the use of antiquated terms, while others were tough because of scientific jargon. Either way, I don't regret it, and I enjoyed the learning process.

What was your favourite aspect of Anthropology?

My favourite aspect of the course is the diversity of the subjects. For me, the best aspects of the course were the Cultural and Social Anthropology modules, the practical educational module, and the Human Osteology modules (though I found them tough).

What were the notable modules of the course that you had taken?

The modules I liked the most in my three years were:

• Violence and Conflict in the Contemporary World: I liked how it showed how interwoven violence in the media is and how it can infer social perception.

• Quantitative Research Methods: I enjoyed learning different SPSS techniques and creating a project proposal.

• Visual Anthropology: I enjoyed seeing how visual concepts like the eye were used to indicate meaning in historical photographs. As well as watch ethnographic film screenings.

• Forensic Anthropology: I liked how this course was practical and had different aspects to it. From a mock trial to an in-person lab, I liked how diverse the topic of the conversation was.

• The Anthropology of Business: This module taught me how valuable the skills of an anthropologist are in the modern world. After supplementing the knowledge I gained from the UX design course I undertook, I understand how important Anthropologists are in this global landscape.

What was your biggest achievement on your course?

My biggest achievement was the two different assignments I got a 78 on. The first assignment was an osteology lab report, and the second was an anthropology of creativity project. In the UK system, it can be quite hard to achieve a high first class, but, though unexpected, it reminded me why it is always important to try.