NPA Anthropology SCQF level 5

This National Progression Award (NPA):

  • introduces learners to Anthropology
  • develops an understanding of one’s place in the world
  • develops an understanding of the influence of cultural background on views of the world
  • develops an understanding of different peoples derived from social anthropological studies
  • enables learners to develop the ability to work effectively in the international world to which they belong and foster a sense of global citizenship

It develops subject specific skills as well as a range of generic skills, for example, core skills, meta skills, literacies, academic and research skills. It is a unique course that is only available at this SCQF level via Qualifications Scotland.

It covers areas such as social anthropology and forensic anthropology.

This qualification is available through schools, colleges and training providers.

NPAs can be taught as a full-time course over one year or as a part-time course over two years.

Qualification structure

Group award code: GJX7 45 (18 SCQF credit points)

SCQF level: 5

This NPA consists of 1 mandatory unit (6 SCQF credit points) and 2 optional units (12 SCQF credit points).

The mandatory unit is Social Anthropology: Understanding our Place in the World.

See the group award specification (481 KB) for the full list of mandatory and optional units, and for information on the specific approval requirements for this NPA.

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How to assess

All assessments take place in open-book conditions. Diverse assessment is encouraged. Evidence can be provided in any suitable format. Some practical work is required in the Forensic Anthropology unit. See the assessment and evidence requirements for each unit.

Assessment and/or e-assessment support packs are available for this qualification.

Deliver this qualification

Resources

The Royal Anthropological Institute (RAI) has resources for teachers and lecturers.

Why study this qualification

The NPA in Anthropology is designed for a wide range of learners:

  • college students, including adult returners
  • senior phase pupils in school
  • learners in the community with an interest in anthropology

The qualification is also suitable if you would like to find out about anthropology.

You will develop subject specific knowledge and skills and intercultural skills. You will gain an insight into different cultures, people’s traditions, ways of thinking and behaving.

You will also develop a range of generic skills, for example, core skills, meta skills, literacies, academic and research skills.

Access

Entry is at the discretion of the school, college or training provider.

Learners do not need prior knowledge and experience of anthropology.

However, it would be helpful to have good communication skills, for example:

  • F3GB 10 Communication or C725 74 National 4 English
  • some prior study or experience of social subjects or social sciences at SCQF level 4

Employment and progression

You could use this SCQF level 5 award to progress to:

  • units in Social Anthropology at SCQF level 6
  • freestanding units or courses in social subjects and social sciences at SCQF levels 5 and 6
  • National Certificates in Social Sciences at SCQF levels 5 and 6

Qualification structure

Group award code: GJX7 45 (18 SCQF credit points)

SCQF level: 5

This NPA consists of 1 mandatory unit (6 SCQF credit points) and 2 optional units (12 SCQF credit points).

The mandatory unit is Social Anthropology: Understanding our Place in the World.

See the group award specification (481 KB) for the full list of mandatory and optional units, and for information on the specific approval requirements for this NPA.

Unit search

Resources

The Royal Anthropological Institute (RAI) has resources for teachers and learners.