Anthropology

Degree

Minor in Anthropology
College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Contact

James Roche. J.D. 
Academic Director, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
jroche@une.edu

Mission

The mission of the Society, Culture, and Languages programs is to offer a vigorous and exciting broad-based liberal arts education with an emphasis on cultural, global, and political dynamics. The School of Behavioral and Social Sciences provides a combination of theoretical, scientific, practical, and experiential approaches to understanding and solving human problems. Issues of gender, race, class, and culture, as well as hands-on learning, are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Our goal is to graduate students with marketable skills that prepare them for careers in a variety of public and social services and/or for graduate study in related areas.

Minor Description

A minor in Anthropology is the scientific study of the origin, the behavior, and the physical, social, and cultural development of humans. In simple terms, it is the study of humanity. A minor in Anthropology will prepare students to work side by side with civil and industrial engineers, cancer researchers, specialists in public health and medicine, chemists, biologists, and others in the science, technology, and engineering fields as well as pursue careers more directly related to Anthropology.

 

Curricular Requirements

To complete the Minor in Anthropology students must complete six (6) three (3) credit courses in Anthropology. As part of the Minor in Anthropology, ANT 101 – Introduction to Anthropology is required of all minors. Additionally, one (1) course must be at the 300-level or above. Students may include one (1) elective from a related field if approved by the school. Students may count courses taken in the Core Curriculum as part of the minor.

Program Required CourseCredits
ANT 101 – Introduction to Anthropology3
Total Credits3
Select One (1) Introductory Area Course Below:Credits
ANT 102 – Cultural Anthropology3
ANT/BIO 103 – Intro to Biological Anthro3
ARC 190 – Cultures Through Archaeology3
Total Credits3
Select Four (4) Electives Below (at least one (1) elective at the 300-level or above)Credits
ANT 102 – Cultural Anthropology3
ANT 103 – Intro to Biological Anthro3
ANT 118 – Applied Anthropology3
ANT 211 – Medical Anthropology3
ANT 224 – Forensic Anthrop/Human Rights3
ANT 228 – Anthropology of Gender3
ANT 230 – Anthropology in Latin American and the Caribbean3
ANT 231 – Culture and Society in the Middle East (Morocco)3
ANT 241 – Plagues and Populations3
ANT 312 – Human Trafficking3
ANT 332 – Anthropology of Magic3
ARC 190 – Exp Cultures Thru Archaeology3
ARC 193 – The Origins of Human Society3
ARC 205 – Archaeological Field Methods in New England Prehistory3
ARC 235 – Archaeology of New England3
BIO 328 – Human Evolution3–4
ENV 200 – Society, Population, and Environment: A Global Perspective3
ENV 341 – Indigenous Ecology, Conservation Biology, and the Politics of Know3
HIS 210 – Race and Ethnicity Latin America3
SOC 210 – Displaced Cultures and Society3
SOC 265 – Social Issues Problem Global World3
SOC 290 – British Cultural Studies3
SOC 331 – Latin American Society and Culture Through Cinema3
SOC 370 – Applied Field Methods3
Total Credits12–13
Minimum Total Required Credits18

Learning Outcomes

These goals and outcomes are for the Minor in Anthropology. Each of these goals and outcomes also meets the goals and outcomes of the Social and Cultural Studies programs.

  • Expand the awareness and application of anthropology
  • Examine, apply, and critically assess various anthropological research methods
  • Examine how cultural and social structures operate
  • Examine the diversity of human societies
  • Communicate anthropology effectively

Transfer Credit

Courses completed at another accredited college can be transferred to this degree program. Transferred courses must be reasonably close in scope and content to the required courses offered at SWAGÊÓƵ in order to count as exact equivalents. Otherwise, they may transfer as general electives. All courses completed must be no older than five (5) years. Other restrictions apply.

See Undergraduate Admissions for more information.

Admissions

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Financial Information

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees for subsequent years may vary. Other expenses include books and housing. For more information regarding tuition and fees, please consult the Financial Information section of this catalog.

Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog

This catalog outlines the academic programs, degree criteria, policies, and events of the SWAGÊÓƵ for the 2024–2025 academic year and serves as the official guide for academic and program requirements for students enrolling at the University during the Summer of 2024, Fall 2024, and Spring 2025 semesters.

The information provided is accurate as of its publication date on April 26, 2024.
The SWAGÊÓƵ reserves the right to modify its programs, calendar, or academic schedule as deemed necessary or beneficial. This includes alterations to course content, class rescheduling, cancellations, or any other academic adjustments. Changes will be communicated as promptly as possible.

While students may receive guidance from academic advisors or program directors, they remain responsible for fulfilling the requirements outlined in the catalog relevant to their enrollment year and for staying informed about any updates to policies, provisions, or requirements.