Anthropology

This Anthropology programme from Masaryk University develops students in the field of Anthropology as developed at the Department of Anthropology, Faculty of Science, MU. 

The Anthropology programme from Masaryk University in addition to being ready to take on further scientific careers in academic institutions, graduates find possible employment in companies with research facilities, in archaeology or history-oriented institutions (archaeological agencies and institutes, museums, institutions of cultural heritage), forensics-oriented institutions in government and non-governmental organisations (UN, NGOs), in healthcare facilities, and last but not least as lecturers.

Career opportunities 

Graduates of an Anthropology programme at Masaryk University are qualified to work especially in research anthropology-oriented institutes and workplaces or as specialists, research team leaders, lecturers. They are authorized to conduct independent scientific and research activities in basic and applied research focusing on anthropology, human biology and forensic science. In the most broader sense, they are considered qualified for any kind of scientific work, that is dealing with conceptual issues, participating in and managing scientific research activities, and teaching.

After successfully completing his/her studies the graduate is able to:

• conduct independent research and analysis and to understand relevant theories, concepts, approaches and techniques in the field of anthropology

• write manuscripts which have the form of scientific papers and publish them in international scientific journals

• present and defend the results of his/her research at an international scientific forum

• understand and be able to use his/her professional and theoretical knowledge in the field of anthropology

• know and to critically evaluate the most recent knowledge and scientific developments in the biological fields and humanities

• understand and communicate in English fluently