The Anthropology major covers the cultural, archaeological and biological sides of the discipline. Faculty are committed to student success, and each student's advisor helps select courses that fit their future career plans.
Anthropological skills apply in fields as varied as medicine, journalism, planning, public health, forensics, archaeology and marketing.
Areas of study include contemporary approaches, interdisciplinary anthropology, field methods, and research and analysis. Sample courses include Great Archaeological Discoveries, How We Eat, a playful class on zombies, and science and technology in ancient society. No additional admission requirements apply beyond the general criteria.
The major suits students curious about human cultures, ancient societies and human biology who want a flexible base for many careers. A degree requirements page, a department website and a department email address are available for further questions.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: As a non-restricted major, there are no additional admission requirements; review the general admission criteria for how you are applying.
