Anthropology: General Anthropology, BA

Anthropology is the global social science. It is the study of the human condition everywhere; its cultural, linguistic, and biological diversity; and how it evolved and developed from the prehistoric past into the globalizing present. Anthropology is an interdisciplinary 14 credit major that intersects with programs and departments across the University. Students may major in anthropology as a whole (General Anthropology), or choose to concentrate in Biological Anthropology, Archaeology, Cultural and Linguistic Anthropology, or specialize in two thematic concentrations: Medical Anthropology and Environmental Anthropology.

General Anthropology majors study all four anthropology sub-fields, acquiring an introduction to the full range of anthropological research. Students are required to take courses in Biological Anthropology, Archaeology, Cultural and Linguistic Anthropology, and Medical Anthropology.

The minimum total course units for graduation in this major is 34. Double majors may entail more course units.

College General Education Requirements and Free Electives
Foundational Approaches + Sectors1 + Free Electives20
Major Requirements
Block I: Introductory Courses
ANTH 0020Anthropology, Race, and the Making of the Modern World1
or ANTH 0040 The Modern World and Its Cultural Background
ANTH 0050Great Transformations1
or ANTH 1480 Food and Fire: Archaeology in the Laboratory
ANTH 0030Human Origins, Evolution and Diversity1
Block II
Select 1 Archaeology Courses:1
Attribute AAAR - Archaeology
Select 1 Biological Anthropology Courses:1
Attribute AABI - Biological Anthropology
Select 1 Cultural and Linguistic Anthropology: 1
Attribute AACL - Cultural and Linguistics
Select 4 course units in Anthropology: 4
Attribute AAAR - Archeology; Attribute AACL - Cultural and Linguistic; Attribute AABI - Biological Anthropology; Attribute AAEA - Environmental; AAMA - Medical Anthropology
Select 3 Anthropology or Anthropology-related courses in another department 3
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Capstone Seminar
ANTH 4000Research Seminar in Anthropology1
Total Course Units34
1

You may count no more than one course toward both a Major and a Sector requirement. For Exceptions, check the Policy Statement.

2

Up to three non-ANTH courses with anthropological content may be requested. All non-ANTH courses must be approved by the Undergraduate Program Chair.

Honors

Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 in the Major and write a senior thesis.

 


The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2023 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.