Graduates in the field of paleoanthropology often work collecting artifacts at archaeological sites, conducting experiments in a lab setting, analyzing data, writing reports or participating in scientific research. Students may also pursue academic professions in which teaching, fieldwork and research duties are combined.

Academic institutions around the world offer a BSc or Bachelor of Science. This popular undergraduate degree is helpful in preparing students for the workplace or for advanced degree programs. The average BSc takes three to five years to complete.