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Anthropology vs. History

How does Anthropology differ from History?

Anthropology

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Anthropology is a field of study that examines human societies, cultures, and their development. Students acquire knowledge of political, social, and cultural studies, and often also of the natural sciences. This enables them to analyze topics such as language, gender, and globalization. Graduates go on to work, for example, in educational and cultural institutions, in the media sector or in market research.

History

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History is a field of study that deals with the research and analysis of past events and eras, including prehistory, early history, and contemporary history. Among other things, students acquire knowledge of historical epochs as well as methodology and auxiliary sciences to understand historical contexts. Graduates can work in libraries, archives, museums, or in cultural management, for example.

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