University of California, Berkeley - Department of Anthropology

The University of California, Berkeley Department of Anthropology is an academic program focused on studying human societies, cultures, behaviors, and biological aspects across history. It offers courses and research opportunities in four main areas: cultural anthropology, archaeology, biological (or physical) anthropology, and linguistic anthropology. The department aims to understand human diversity and evolution, often through fieldwork and interdisciplinary approaches. It prepares students for careers in research, academia, museums, and policy analysis, fostering a deep understanding of what it means to be human in a global context.