Trent University – Durham Greater Toronto Area
Anthropology (BA)
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
S Oshawa ON L1J 5Y1
Intl. Tuition
CA$35,632 (2026-27)
Intake
September 2027
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Course Overview
Anthropology (BA) at Trent University – Durham Greater Toronto Area in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Anthropology graduates work in international development, cultural consulting, NGOs, government research, museums, heritage and academia. Skills in cross-cultural understanding and fieldwork are valued by global organisations.
Student life (indicative)
Oshawa offers a comfortable and affordable Canadian student lifestyle — a solid café and bar scene, good local culture, and a welcoming community. A great base for exploring the surrounding province.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
11,896
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
22.6%
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£31,600
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Anthropology (BA)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Anthropology (BA) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Anthropology (BA)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
11,896
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
23%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks | Historic / heritage
Student Life & City (indicative)
Oshawa offers a comfortable and affordable Canadian student lifestyle — a solid café and bar scene, good local culture, and a welcoming community. A great base for exploring the surrounding province.
- Oshawa offers a comfortable and affordable Canadian student lifestyle — a solid café and bar scene, good local culture, and a welcoming community.
- A great base for exploring the surrounding province.
What Students Love
- Thriving student social scene
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£31,600
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Anthropology graduates work in international development, cultural consulting, NGOs, government research, museums, heritage and academia. Skills in cross-cultural understanding and fieldwork are valued by global organisations.
- Anthropology graduates work in international development, cultural consulting, NGOs, government research, museums, heritage and academia.
- Skills in cross-cultural understanding and fieldwork are valued by global organisations.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Environmental Science
- Business
- Indigenous Studies
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
CA$142,528
For full 4 years
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Above-average costs for a Canadian city — expect around $2,340/month (housing $1,460, food $465, transport $135). Affordable by Canadian standards — a comfortable student lifestyle at a reasonable price.
- Above-average costs for a Canadian city — expect around $2,340/month (housing $1,460, food $465, transport $135).
- Affordable by Canadian standards — a comfortable student lifestyle at a reasonable price.