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2011-2012 University Catalog

Anthropology, BA

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 pursuing a BA in anthropology must satisfy university general education requirements and the requirements for a bachelor of arts degree in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences as well as the requirements for all bachelor’s degrees as stated in the Academic Policies chapter of the catalog. They 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.

Total: 36 credits

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.