Anthropology & Cultural Studies
Our Anthropology and Cultural Studies interest area focuses on a wide range of regions and people, including Latin America, Japan, China, the Mideast, and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Arts & Humanities Degrees
Start Your Four-Year Degree Right
Kirkwood's Arts and Humanities programs not only provide easy opportunities to transfer to a four-year school, but also offer incredible educational experiences.
Explore community and world cultures through art, music, philosophy, film history, religion, anthropology, theatre, and world languages. Learn a new language and develop critical and creative thinking skills.
Art
Learn what it takes to be in the middle of exciting local and world events, telling stories that matter.
Digital Arts
Our full-featured program includes photography, studio lighting, production, design, entrepreneurship, and more.
Humanities
Study how people process and document human cultures and experiences, including music, art, religion, and more.
Theatre
Raise the curtain! Take a starring role, serve as a stage manager, or be the lighting designer.
Philosophy
What is the meaning of life? What happens when we die? Great conversations about meaningful topics.
Religious Studies
Studying religious traditions can provide a new sense of understanding and respect for others.
World Languages
A broad depth in world languages allows you to travel, work, and communicate with people across the globe.
“At Kirkwood, teachers understand what it’s like to be a college student. They really want to help you succeed.”
Elijah Mitchell,
Davenport, Iowa
Looking for more options?
Check out our Program Areas
Program Areas are a collection of Kirkwood’s academic program options organized by similar career/interest categories. If you’re not ready to commit to a specific program yet, a Program Area is perfect for you! You can also customize any of our programs to meet your transfer needs, if that’s your goal.