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2010-2011 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog

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Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Anthropology

Requirements for a Major in Anthropology

The wide scope and holistic nature of anthropology mean that students should have opportunities to experience three kinds of coursework: (1) courses concerned with the discipline; (2) courses specializing in a sub-discipline of anthropology; and (3) courses in disciplines related to anthropology.

Majors must complete at least 37-38 hours in the following:

(37 hours for a B.A. degree or 38 hours for a B.S. degree)

Core Courses:

Cognate Degrees:

Students majoring in anthropology may earn either a B.A. or a B.S. degree. The B.A. degree requires third-semester proficiency in a foreign language and ANT 346; the B.S. degree requires the completion of a one-year sequence in one of the following natural sciences: (BIO 111 & 112, CHM 115 & 116, GEO 111 & 112, or PHY 220 % 221), one upper level natural science course from the same discipline, and ANT 310.

B.A.

B.S.

AND EITHER:

Other Required Courses:

Electives:

Choose one course from each of the following categories:

Cultural Anthropology:

Archaeology:

Biocultural:

Note:

Some ANT 380s may meet requirements.

Additional Requirements

In addition, students are required to take either ANT 307 (Field Techniques and Laboratory Methods in Anthropology) or ANT 490 (Practicum). No more than six hours of ANT 307 and ANT 490 combined may count toward the major, though students are encouraged to acquire as many practical experience credits as possible. Field experiences can be in archaeology or cultural anthropology, or students can arrange a practicum in a specific field setting of their interest. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with their advisors at an early point to begin discussing their choice of field experience. Majors are strongly encouraged to complete courses in related cognate areas, to complete an internship, and to participate in career planning events.

A major in anthropology can acquire additional experience in applied, ecological, economic, medical, or urban anthropology, ethnohistory, or a regional emphasis (e.g., Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Great Lakes archaeology). This can be arranged through the advising process, independent study courses (399 and 499), a practicum (490) or Honors Research (498). No more than six hours of 399, 498, and 499 combined may count toward the major.

Suggested Order of Coursework for a Major in Anthropology (B.A.)

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

Fourth Year

Suggested Order of Coursework for a Major in Anthropology (B.S.)

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

Fourth Year

Courses of Instruction

Social Science Courses

The following are interdisciplinary social sciences courses that may be used for an anthropology major or minor. Consult with your advisor for further information.


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