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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, there are several colleges that offer Cultural Anthropology courses with an affordable fee structure. There are not many colleges offering the course in India. These colleges may provide Cultural Anthropology courses of one or more course levels. You are advised to check if these colleges are approved by the UGC or not.
Some of these are as follows:
Cultural Anthropology Colleges | Average Fees (in INR) |
|---|---|
West Bengal State University | 7.2 K |
Sambalpur University | 16.8 K |
The ICFAI University, Mizoram | 84.48 K |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Cultural Anthropology is a discipline that requires professionals with knowledge and skills. If you wish to become a Cultural Anthropologist, then you may have to cultivate these skills in order to be successful in the field. Apart from the academic qualifications, candidates are required to possess below-mentioned skills to make a good career in the Cultural Anthropology field:
Skillsets Required for Students and Graduates of Cultural Anthropology | |
|---|---|
Observant | Passionate |
Reader | Dedicated |
Committed | Interpreter |
Sharp | Confident |
Leader | Critique |
Critical Thinking | Understanding |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Students can see the below points to get admission to cultural anthropology courses:
Choose University/College: The first step is to search for colleges or universities which are offering courses in Anthropology. Check the fees, the seats offered, and the eligibility criteria which are set for the course.
Apply for Course: Proceed to apply for admission after getting to know the university offering the programme. Fill up the details as required and pay the application fee. The application forms are available for a limited period so the candidate is advised to know the details way in advance.
Mode of Admission: Universities
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
You'll find more than 100 government colleges in India for Anthropology courses at various levels.
| Name of College | Fees (in INR) |
|---|---|
| BHU, Varanasi | INR 10000 |
| IGNOU, University, Kolkata | INR 12000 |
| Delhi University | INR 28000 |
| University College, Delhi | INR 432-540 |
| IGNOU, Delhi | INR 3000-INR 18000 |
| Miranda House, Delhi | INR 32000 |
| University of Lucknow, Lucknow | INR 2000-INR 28000 |
| University of Rajasthan | INR 4000 |
| University of Hyderabad | INR 9000-INR 22000 |
| University of Madras, Chennai | INR 3000 |
Note - The information is taken from the official site of the college.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Around 28 private colleges in India provide Anthropology courses at several levels. Check out some top options here
| Name of College | Fees (in INR) |
|---|---|
| Amity University, Noida | INR 1 Lakh to INR 3 lakh |
| INR 28 lakh | |
| Bidhannagar College, Kolkata | INR 4000 |
| Career Point University, Kota | INR 59000 |
| Mahishadal Girls College, West Bengal | INR 6000-INR 7000 |
| INR 60000-INR 90000 | |
Symbiosis School of Liberal Arts, Symbiosis International, Pune | INR 16 lakh |
| SHUATS, Allahabad | INR 32000 |
| INR 59000-INR 75000 | |
| INR 58000 |
Note - The information is taken from the official site of the college.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Desirous candidates can see the table below to learn the Top Exams for Anthropology.
| Entrance Exam | Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| CUET 2026 | CUET Exam Schedule |
| PUBDET 2026 | PUBDET Exam Schedule |
| AAT 2026 | AAT Exam Schedule |
| BHU UET 2026 | BHU UET Exam Schedule |
| TISSNET 2026 | TISSNET Exam Schedule |
Note - The information is taken from the official site of the exam.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Students can see the table below to learn the differences between Anthropology and other social sciences
Aspects | Anthropology | Other Social Sciences |
|---|---|---|
Scope | Studies biological, cultural, linguistic, and archaeological aspects of human existence | Focuses on specific aspects such as social structures, individual behavior, or economic systems |
Methodology | Uses participant observation, ethnography, surveys, interviews, and archaeological excavation | Utilizes methodologies such as experiments, surveys, statistical analysis, and case studies |
Cross-cultural Perspective | Emphasizes the study of diverse cultures and societies around the world | May focus primarily on a particular cultural or social context |
Longitudinal Perspective | Studies social and cultural change over time, including historical processes and evolutionary trends | May focus more on contemporary phenomena without as much emphasis on historical or evolutionary perspectives |
Holistic Approach | Integrates insights from different subfields, including cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, archaeology, and linguistic anthropology | May focus more narrowly on one subfield or perspective |
Emphasis on Cultural Relativism | Emphasizes cultural relativism, understanding behaviors and beliefs within their cultural context | May or may not emphasize cultural relativism depending on the specific discipline and approach |
Note - The information is taken from external sites and may vary.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The Anthropologist is required to have certain skill sets. Among the skill sets are:
- Communication Skills - The candidate must have strong communication skills in order to effectively and accurately express messages to team members and others.
- Careful record keeping - One of the most important tasks is to retain the records carefully and not mix them up with other records.
- Analytical thinking-The students must have sharp analytical thinking and be creative.
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