Bachelor of Arts Community Studies (Anthropology)
If you’re looking for a place to study the most interesting aspects of life, you have certainly found it. Cape Breton is teeming with as much opportunity to learn about how humans live as anywhere in the world. At CBU, the study of anthropology is a natural fit in a natural wonderland.
Anthropology is said to be the most scientific of the humanities, and the most humanistic of the sciences. Divided into the sub-disciplines of socio-cultural, linguistic, physical and archaeology, anthropology is the discipline that explores the human journey. It is a holistic discipline, meaning that it considers this diverse range of topics necessary to understanding what it means to be human.
This program at CBU aims to challenge our preconceived ideas about our own traditions and ways of life. We examine other, often opposite, notions and ways of living to help determine solutions for living the best life humanly possible.
CBU also encourages a reflective approach so that students learn to place their own experiences under the lens of examination. This teaches social sensitivity and a sense of place in the larger context of global human experiences. Anthropology is considered a teachable subject by the Nova Scotia Department of Education.
What skills will I gain from this program?
- Ability to design and conduct thorough, independent research.
- Broad understanding of the similarities and differences of human cultural systems.
- Clear understanding of the human species in the context of the evolutionary story.
- Ability to apply an awareness of global human diversity to any future career choice.
- Learn to gather, analyze, and use qualitative and quantitative data sets.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
The Career Services team at CBU is here to work with you before, during and after your time as a Cape Breton University student. Our staff members consist of Student Development Officers and Student Placement Officers who will work with you on a number of subjects.
Student Development Officer:
- Provides one-on-one advising appointments to assist in academic and career planning decisions
- Offers individual sessions and group workshops to help you develop employment readiness skills such as resume/cover letter writing, interviewing skills and business etiquette
- Coordinates the Co-curricular Program
Student Placement Officers:
- Coordinate the Co-operative Education Program
- Support the HATM Internship and BACS Work Placement Courses
- Share current job opportunities for students and recent graduates
Connect with our team directly and keep up to date on important Career Services events such as Pizza with a Professional, Workshops and the annual CBU Career Fair.
PSW Opportunity
PSW same as course duration For all courses (Minimum 8 months Course duration Required)
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- India - All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) or Indian School Certificate (CISCE) or another Senior Secondary School Certificate awarded after Standard XII
- Bangladesh - Higher Secondary School Certificate or General Certificate of Education (GCE) – refer to British-based Curriculum
- Bhutan- Bhutan Higher Secondary Education Certificate
- Nepal- Higher Secondary Certificate
- Sri Lanka -Sri Lanka General Certificate Of Education Advanced Level
No Additional Examinations Required
English Language Scores
Official Testing Scores
Please arrange to have test results sent to Cape Breton University from one of the following agencies:
TOEFL score of 550 (paper test), 213 (computer test), or 80 (internet test): www.ets.org
IELTS Academic (and IELTS Indicator) score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0: www.ielts.org
CAEL score of 60: www.cael.ca
MELAB score of 85: www.melab.ca
Pearson PTE (Academic) score of 59: www.pearsonpte.com
CanTEST score of 4.5 (reading & listening), 4.0 (writing): www.cantest.ca
Duolingo English Test score of 115 for undergraduate programs, diplomas and certificates. Score of 120 for Master of Business Administration, Bachelor of Education and post-baccalaureate diplomas
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
60411 CAD
Average Cost of Living: 22895 CAD /year
Application Fee: 80 CAD
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