**this popular course gives you a solid foundation in the study of human societies across the globe, past and present. this course emphasises human history and prehistoric perspectives.** **why study ba (hons) archaeology & anthropology?** - develop an in-depth understanding of the diversity and richness of contemporary and past human societies across the globe - alongside specialist units you’ll get a comprehensive grounding in the practical elements of archaeology and anthropology through working in cutting-edge labs and out in the field - specialise in social or biological, anthropology or archaeology, or if you’d like to take a broader focus, you can continue to study elements of all these disciplines - undertake a five or 30- week work placement at home or abroad. it’s a great way to cultivate the experience and contacts you’ll need to secure work after you graduate - take part in bu’s renowned field school to gain a wide range of practical skills - the course received a 80% satisfaction rating from our final year students. (source discoveruni 2023).