Anthropology and ethnology

Programme Description

60220600 – Anthropology and Ethnology is a bachelor's degree programme aimed at training specialists in the study of human origins and development, ethnic processes, cultures, traditions, and ways of life of different peoples. At Karshi State University, this programme is offered within the Faculty of History and equips students with skills in ethnological and anthropological research.

Curriculum and Study Plan

Students study the following subjects:

• Fundamentals of Anthropology;
• Ethnology;
• Ethnology of the Peoples of Uzbekistan;
• Ethnology of World Peoples;
• Archaeology;
• Historical Anthropology;
• Ethnodemography;
• Museology;
• Cultural Heritage and Traditions;
• Research Methodology;
• Field Practice.

Students also participate in ethnographic and anthropological research projects.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will be able to:

• analyze ethnic and cultural processes;
• conduct anthropological and ethnological research;
• collect and process field research materials;
• study cultural heritage sites;
• prepare scientific reports and analytical materials;
• work in museums and research institutions.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may work as:

• Anthropologist;
• Ethnologist;
• Museum Specialist;
• Research Institute Employee;
• Cultural Heritage Specialist;
• Archive and Historical Center Specialist;
• Analyst in governmental and non-governmental organizations.

They may also continue their studies at the master's level and engage in academic research.