Anthropology
Anthropology is the study of human beings and different aspects related to human experience considering the past and present. It is the branch of science through which professionals study the origin, development, characteristics and beliefs of human beings. Anthropology is divided into many some fields like archaeology, biological, cultural and linguistic anthropology.
Role Desciption
Professionals in this field are responsible for planning and directing research for categorization and comparison between economic, demographic, healthcare, political, social, religious and linguistic distinction of cultural groups, communities and organizations. They work towards formulating general rules to describe and predict the cultural and social institutional behavior, explaining origins and development of human beings, developing intervention procedures by utilizing techniques like interviews, consultations and social interactions. Their job duties also include collaborating with economic development planners, building GIS so for recording, analyzing and representing the distribution of languages and natural resources.
Eligibility
Route to Anthropology Profession
- 10 + 2 in Science/ Humanities/ Any Stream
- B.Sc. Anthropology / B.A. (H) Anthropology/ Bachelor Degree in History/Anthropology and/or related fields such as Sociology/ Psychology, etc
- M.Sc. /M.A in Anthropology/Master’s Degree in Anthropology
Significant Statistics
- Minimum 50% in 10+2 required for admission to colleges
- Some institutes also conduct interviews
Pros/Cons
Pros
- A field that keeps professionals close to the history and culture of a country
- Professionals can work with global organizations like UNICEF, UNESCO, UN, etc.
Cons
- Long working hours
- Lot of patience is required
- Limited job opportunities
Leading Professions
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Anthropologist in Education
These professionals are responsible for teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level in anthropology department of an educational institute. They also conduct research and become part of fellowship programs under Anthropological Survey of India.
10.0LPA
Business Anthropologist
They conduct research to analyze the consumer preferences, behavior and patterns so that the products and services of a company can be improved to meet the needs of the customers.
10.0LPA
Forensic Anthropologist
Government organizations hire Anthropologists for planning and research. Such professionals work with police departments for assisting them with identification of mysterious or unknown remains and they also find work with museums and universities. These professionals can work as cultural resource managers, forensic anthropologist, natural resource manager, etc.
8.0LPA
Anthropology in NGOs
They are involved in designing and implementing various programs. They work in local and community-based organizations for non-profit agencies and they can also work with well-established organizations working for the development and betterment of a community like YMCA, schools, environmental organizations, etc.
3.0LPA
Cultural Anthropologist
Cultural anthropologists study the beliefs, practices, traditions, and behaviors of different cultures. They conduct fieldwork, participant observation, and interviews to understand cultural dynamics and social structures
8.0LPA
Linguistic Anthropologist
Linguistic anthropologists investigate language use and communication patterns in different societies. They study language evolution, variation, and its role in shaping cultures and social interactions
10.0LPA
Biological Anthropologist
Biological anthropologists examine human evolution, genetics, and physical traits. They research topics such as human origins, primatology, skeletal analysis, and population genetics
10.0LPA
Medical Anthropologist
Medical anthropologists study the intersection of culture, health, and medicine. They examine how cultural beliefs and practices influence health behaviors, access to healthcare, and medical systems
9.0LPA
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Government organizations ,
educational institutes ,
corporate sector ,
NGOs .
Recruiters
Tata ,
Bajaj ,
Godrej ,
Samsung ,
YMCA ,
Survey of India ,
Delhi University ,
UNICEF ,
UNESCO .
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Exams and Tests
Recruitment Area
Government organizations ,
educational institutes ,
corporate sector ,
NGOs .
Recruiters
Tata ,
Bajaj ,
Godrej ,
Samsung ,
YMCA ,
Survey of India ,
Delhi University ,
UNICEF ,
UNESCO .
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