Free Level 3 IB Social and Cultural Anthropology Higher Level Course in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Classes run at Skinners' Kent Academy, full-time over two years. You'll study human societies, cultures, and social behaviour from an international perspective. The course suits full-time daytime study and runs alongside other IB subjects. To join, you'll need at least GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths plus three other GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, and at least a grade 6 in both English and History. You'll complete the Level 3 IB Social and Cultural Anthropology Higher Level Certificate.
Who this course is for
New learner
Entry requirements
Minimum of GCSE grade 4 (G4) in English and Mathematics plus 3 other GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C)
Plus: Grade 6 in English and 6 in History
What you will learn
You'll explore how different human societies are organised and how cultures develop.
You'll analyse social structures, kinship systems, and community life across the world.
You'll examine how identity, power, and inequality shape human experience.
You'll study fieldwork methods and how anthropologists gather and interpret evidence.
You'll evaluate cultural practices and beliefs without imposing outside judgements.
You'll develop extended essay and research skills central to IB assessment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom lessons, discussion, and guided research at Skinners' Kent Academy. Assessment follows the IB Higher Level format, which includes written examinations and an internal assessment based on fieldwork or research. You'll develop analytical writing throughout the two years, building toward the final external exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skinners' Kent Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Researcher: gather and analyse data in social or cultural research roles.
Policy analyst: apply social insight to public policy and government work.
International development worker: support communities and organisations globally.
Journalist: cover social, cultural, and international affairs.
Community development officer: work with local groups on social change projects.
NGO programme coordinator: manage projects for charities and international bodies.
What you could study next
A degree in Social Anthropology or Cultural Anthropology: the natural next step, building directly on the IB Higher Level content.
A degree in Sociology, International Relations, or Human Geography: closely related disciplines that share many themes.
A degree in Development Studies: combines anthropology with economics and policy for international development careers.
A degree in Law or Politics: the analytical and essay skills from this course transfer well to both.
