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2012-2013 University Catalog
Anthropology, BA
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Banner Code: LA-BA-ANTH
Web: soan.gmu.edu
Anthropology is the study of human beings and their cultures. The bachelor of arts degree in anthropology draws broadly from the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences. It is a strong undergraduate major that provides a sound interdisciplinary preparation for a variety of careers.
This program of study is offered by the Department of Sociology and Anthropology . For policies governing all undergraduate degrees, see the Academic Policies chapter of the catalog. |
Degree Requirements
Students must fulfill all requirements for bachelor’s degrees , including university general education requirements. Students pursuing a BA in anthropology must complete additional college requirements for the BA degree in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Students pursuing this degree must complete 36 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.00.
Students are advised to consult with an advisor to learn how they can fulfill general education requirements in global understanding, information technology, and synthesis, as well as the college-level requirement in non-Western culture. Four core courses (12 credits)
SOCI 311 may substitute for ANTH 390. Eight elective courses (24 credits):
Students choose electives from ANTH courses at the 300- and 400-level. Students may use two SOCI courses as electives: SOCI 311 (if not used as a substitute for core course ANTH 390) and 313.
Students wishing to pursue careers in anthropology should consider taking ANTH 492 (or subfield specialty equivalents, such as ANTH 420, 450, 495, or 496) as one of their electives. Writing-Intensive Requirement
The university requires all students to complete at least one course designated “writing intensive” in their majors at the 300 level or above. Students majoring in anthropology may fulfill this requirement by successfully completing ANTH 490. |
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