Anthropology, BA

Anthropology is the study of humankind throughout space and time; as such, the field of anthropology brings together the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences to explore the full range of diversity in the human past, human biology, and social life and practices. The Department of Anthropology serves our students and community by promoting and advancing a nuanced understanding of human origins, history, and diversity. Integrating creative and robust research with outreach to students and the community though teaching and service, we provide our students with rich opportunities to learn and collaborate both in and out of the classroom.

General Information

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Anthropology requires the following:

A minimum of 36 credit hours of ANTH course work. At least 24 of those hours must be upper division (courses numbered 3000 or higher).
A grade of C or better in courses applied to the major.
A minimum 2.0 GPA must be maintained in all ANTH course work.
No more than 60 credit hours of ANTH course work may apply to the bachelor’s degree.

Additional course work is required to complete the Anthropology, BA degree. Please see the advising guide on the Academic Advising website for more information.

Learning Outcomes

Critically assess arguments in Anthropology
Demonstrate understanding of theoretical positions influencing anthropological thinking in at least two of the four sub-disciplines
Evaluate research strategies and construct arguments in at least one of the four sub-disciplines
Compare and contrast theoretical and methodological foundations for at least two of the four sub-disciplines
Define and explain core concepts in at least three of the four sub-disciplines

Departmental Honors

To earn Departmental Honors, a senior honors thesis is required (ANTH 4990 ). Interested students should contact any anthropology faculty member for information about this program.

Double Majors

The Anthropology major provides an ideal second major. Specific agreements exist with:

Anthropology and History Double Major and

Anthropology and Women’s and Ethnic Studies Double Major

Course Requirements

Required Courses

Complete three of the following Introductory courses:

Methods Courses

Complete at least one of the following Methods courses. Additional Methods courses may count toward ANTH electives.

Integrative Courses

Complete at least one of the following Integrative courses. Additional Integrative courses may count toward ANTH electives.

Electives

Complete an additional 15 credit hours of Anthropology (ANTH) electives to meet total and upper-division hours for the major. At least 12 hours must be upper-division (3000+ level) coursework.

Senior Assessment

Complete the Anthropology Graduating Seniors Assessment via Canvas. Seniors will receive an email with more information.

Recommended Courses

Anthropology students interested in pursuing a career in Archaeology are urged to consider completing a minor in Geography and Environmental Studies, or at least taking the following courses: