Dr Natasha Fijn's documentary on Mongolian herds
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#9 in the world in the QS Rankings
#1 in Australia in the QS World Rankings
Anthropology Research Leader on South, East & Southeast Asia and Oceania
Strong emphasis on long-term ethnographic fieldwork
One of the largest communities of anthropology experts anywhere
Anthropology is the study of human diversity.
ANU Anthropology brings rich insights to the most critical questions of our time. Our anthropologists at CHL are equipped with invaluable knowledge, crucial to understanding the turbulent, volatile and globalised world in which we live today.
As a field of study, anthropology is uniquely placed to interpret the widest range of social phenomena — from migration to religious fundamentalism, online communities, social movements, contemporary Indigenous cultural expression and identity politics, consumption and commodification, and changing forms of social identity. At ANU CHL, anthropology is uniquely contextualised within the Asia-Pacific region, reflecting its significance in the broader global landscape.
Ranked number 9 in the world for anthropological study and research, ANU is Australia’s centre for research and training in this versatile and relevant discipline. We prepare our anthropology students to address key global issues and build a better understanding of different people and cultures.
Our anthropology students develop a focused understanding of diverse cultures and societies and are equipped with the knowledge to navigate complex global phenomena, including migration, globalisation and the effects of climate change.
Why Study Anthropology at ANU?
Anthropology at ANU, and at the ANU School of Culture, History & Language, equips students with the analytical and intercultural skills needed to understand contemporary global challenges. Our students investigate topics including migration, climate change, religion, Indigenous knowledge, development, digital cultures and social transformation across Asia and the Pacific.
Through a strong emphasis on ethnographic fieldwork and real-world engagement, ANU Anthropology students develop research, communication and critical thinking skills that prepare them for careers in government, international development, research, education, policy, media and the cultural sector.
ANU Anthropology Cross-campus Seminar Series
CHL Anthropology co-hosts public seminars with our colleagues in the College of Arts and Social Sciences. Come join us on Monday afternoons during the regular semester teaching periods!
Monographs in Anthropology
Monographs in Anthropology is an Open Access series with ANU Press. Our titles join theory and ethnography with a sharp focus on societies in Asia and Oceania.
The Asia Pacific Journal of Anthropology (TAPJA)
The Asia Pacific Journal of Anthropology publishes social and cultural anthropological research with a focus on the Asia Pacific region, including Australia.
