FAQ's

What is Discover Anthropology?

Discover Anthropology is a website operated by the Royal Anthropological Institute’s Educational Outreach Programme. The aims of the website are to encourage a wider appreciation and understanding of anthropology, and to function as a hub for communication, information, events and activities for all who are interested in learning more about the subject.

What does this website do?

Discover Anthropology provides general information for those new to the subject, as well as particular information on subdisciplines within anthropology, postgraduate degree programmes, and resources for teaching the subject at pre-university levels.

The website brings together a wide range of resources: career profiles, student case studies, historical images, films, teaching plans, external research sites, volunteer and gap year opportunities, events and activities, as well as appropriate internet links and web resources.

Who is the target audience?

There are three main target audiences for Discover Anthropology:

Secondary and Further Education teachers
Students interested in finding out about studying anthropology
School students, the general public, parents and professionals interested in learning more about anthropology

How do I get permission to use materials, articles, or photographs from Discover Anthropology?

Please take a look at our Terms & Conditions section for more details.

Can I submit my own work to the website?

If you have anthropological teaching/learning materials (either written, visual or audio) which complement information that is already on the website, please email the RAI’s Education Officer Emma Ford, on: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. explaining how and why you think your work should be added to the site. The RAI reserves the right to accept, reject or edit material submitted, at its discretion.

How do I link my website to Discover Anthropology?

If you would like to suggest linking a particular website to Discover Anthropology, please email the RAI’s Education Officer, Emma Ford, with details on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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