Sociology and Anthropology
The Anthropology MajorDegrees
BA or BS in Anthropology
Minors
Sociology and Anthropology
Certificates
Applied Cultural Anthropology
Cultural Resource Management
Becoming an Anthropology Major
Students who want to major in anthropology must apply to the department by submitting a personal statement describing their goals in the major; evidence of a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 in ANTH 211, 213, and 301; and proof of having completed University Seminar or equivalent. Transfer students must provide GPA evidence from their previous institutions. All candidates work with an advisor from the department at the time of application. Admission to the major is selective. The department notifies students of its decision. Certain upper division courses in the field are restricted to majors.
Requirements for the Anthropology Major
- Fulfill baccalaureate degree requirements as stated beginning on page 21.
- A minimum of 52 credits in the major, 44 of which must be upper division.
- Research and Writing requirement: ANTH 301.
- Quantitative Reasoning requirement:
Complete one of the following:
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Contemporary Mathematics (MTH 105) |
4 |
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Elementary Statistics (MTH 243) |
4 |
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Exploratory Data Analysis (EC 232) |
4 |
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Fundamentals of Elementary Math I, II, III (MTH 211, 212, 213) |
12 |
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(The MTH 211, 212, 213 option is appropriate for students intending a career in elementary education.) |
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- A minimum 2.5 GPA in major courses.
Capstone
The anthropology capstone reflects students’ learning in an area of applied anthropology, integrating relevant theory and methodology. Students draw on ethnographic or archaeological expertise acquired through previous practica field experiences and coursework.
Anthropology Core Courses
(52 credits)
- Required Foundation
(12 credits)
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Physical Anthropology and Archaeology (ANTH 211) |
4 |
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Cultural Anthropology: Perspectives on Humanity (ANTH 213) |
4 |
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Practicing Anthropology (ANTH 301) |
4 |
- Areas and Topics
(8 credits)
Two or more courses from:
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American Culture (ANTH 310) |
4 |
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Pacific Cultures (ANTH 317) |
4 |
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Native North America (ANTH 318) |
4 |
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Cultures of the World (ANTH 319) |
4 |
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Topics and Regions in Archaeology (ANTH 320) |
4 |
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World Prehistory (ANTH 321) |
4 |
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Ritual and Religion (ANTH 332) |
4 |
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Special Studies: Native North America (ANTH 334) |
4 |
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Gender Issues (ANTH 340) |
4 |
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Human Evolution (ANTH 350) |
4 |
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Archaeological Field School (ANTH 375) |
4 |
- Application
(4 credits)
One course from:
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Applied Anthropology (ANTH 460) |
4 |
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Cultural Resource Management (ANTH 462) |
4 |
- Methods
(4 credits)
One course from:
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Ethnographic Research Methods (ANTH 360) |
4 |
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Archaeological Research Methods (ANTH 370) |
4 |
- Theory
(8 credits)
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History of Ethnographic Theory (ANTH 410) |
4 |
One course from the following:
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Culture Change (ANTH 450) |
4 |
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Ecology of Small-Scale Societies (ANTH 451) |
4 |
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Anthropological Film (ANTH 455) |
4 |
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Cultural Rights (ANTH 464) |
4 |
- Practicum: Field Study
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(ANTH 409) |
4 |
- Senior Capstone
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(ANTH 414) |
4 |
- Specialized Interests
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Two or more courses in anthropology or a related discipline. Selection must support individual goals and be approved by an advisor. |
8 |
(28 credits)
Students working toward a minor in anthropology are encouraged to register with an advisor through the department office.
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Physical Anthropology and Archaeology (ANTH 211) |
4 |
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Cultural Anthropology (ANTH 213) |
4 |
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Upper division anthropology electives |
20 |
A maximum of 4 practicum credits (ANTH 409) may be counted toward the upper division electives in the minor.
Information on Applied Certificates and Interdisciplinary Studies in Anthropology
Students who wish to work on an applied certificate in anthropology or obtain a baccalaureate degree in interdisciplinary studies with anthropology as the department of emphasis must apply to the department by submitting a personal statement describing their program goals; evidence of a cumulative GPA of 2.7 in ANTH 211, 213, and 301; and proof of having completed University Seminar or equivalent. Transfer students must provide GPA evidence from their previous institutions.
All candidates work with an advisor from the department at the time of application. Admission is selective. The department notifies applicants of its decision. Certain upper division courses in the field are restricted to majors and students in the certificate program or interdisciplinary anthropology degree program. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary degree with an emphasis in anthropology must select from a specified list of courses and obtain advisor permission.
Requirements for the Certificate in Applied Cultural Anthropology
The Applied Cultural Anthropology Certificate program prepares students for careers in fields in which cross-cultural or international perspectives are essential. Emphasis is on examining culturally related problems and policies, preparing research designs, and collecting and analyzing data. To qualify for the certificate, students must also meet the requirements for a bachelor’s degree (not necessarily in anthropology) at SOU. Students are required to complete the following courses or their approved transfer equivalents for this certificate.
(36 credits)
- Core Courses (12 credits)
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Practicing Anthropology (ANTH 301) |
4 |
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Ethnographic Research Methods (ANTH 360) |
4 |
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Applied Anthropology (ANTH 460) |
4 |
- Cross-Cultural Perspectives (choose 4 credits from the following list)
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American Culture (ANTH 310) |
4 |
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Pacific Cultures (ANTH 317) |
4 |
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Native North America (ANTH 318) |
4 |
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Cultures of the World (ANTH 319) |
4 |
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Special Studies: Native North America (ANTH 334) |
4 |
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Contemporary Issues in Native North America (SOC 338) |
4 |
- Skills (choose 4 credits from the following list)
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Technical Writing (WR 327) |
4 |
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Grantwriting and Workplace Literacy (WR 329) |
4 |
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Geographic Information Systems (GEOG 489) |
4 |
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Quantitative Data Analysis (SOC 327) |
4 |
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Design for Multimedia (AM 334) |
4 |
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Web Authoring (AM 337) |
4 |
There may be other appropriate courses that develop skills relevant to a student’s career goals in applied anthropology, and one of these may be substituted with an advisor’s permission.
- Policy-Related Topics (choose 8 credits from the following list)
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Culture Change (ANTH 450) |
4 |
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Anthropological Film (ANTH 455) |
4 |
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Cultural Rights (ANTH 464) |
4 |
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Community Studies (SOC 310) |
4 |
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Schools and Society (SOC 320) |
4 |
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Racial and Ethnic Relations (SOC 337) |
4 |
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Sociology of Globalization (SOC 345) |
4 |
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Social Organization (SOC 444) |
4 |
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Geography of Tourism (GEOG 417) |
4 |
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Land Use Planning (GEOG 439) |
4 |
Additional courses exist, as well, and may be substituted with an advisor’s permission.
- Specialized Focus (8 credits)
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Practicum (ANTH 409) |
4 |
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Capstone (ANTH 414) |
4 |
The content of the required practicum and capstone should be consistent with each student’s focus and professional or career goals.
Requirements for the Certificate in Cultural Resource Management
The Cultural Resource Management Certificate program prepares students for careers in the management and preservation of prehistoric and historic cultural sites located on public and private lands. Emphasis is on methods and the development and implementation of research designs. To qualify for the certificate, students must also meet the requirements of a bachelor’s degree (not necessarily in anthropology) at SOU. Students are required to complete the following courses or their approved transfer equivalents for this certificate. Note: Some of the following courses have one or more prerequisites.
(35 credits)
- Core Courses (12 credits)
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Practicing Anthropology (ANTH 301) |
4 |
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Archaeological Research Methods (ANTH 370) |
4 |
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Cultural Resource Management (ANTH 462) |
4 |
- Policy Perspectives (8 credits)
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Cultural Rights (ANTH 464) |
4 |
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Science and Advocacy in Environmental Policy Debates (BI 383) |
4 |
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Conservation of Natural Resources (BI 445) |
4 |
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Land Use Planning (GEOG 439) |
4 |
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Law, Science, and the Environment (PS 340) |
4 |
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Environmental Policy (PS 428) |
4 |
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Environmental Law and Policy (PS 441) |
4 |
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Community Studies (SOC 310) |
4 |
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People and Forests (SOC 350) |
4 |
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Social Organization (SOC 444) |
4 |
- Specialized Skills (3 credits)
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Geographic Information Systems (G 489 or GEOG 489) |
4–5 |
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Cartography (GEOG 340) |
5 |
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Principles of Stratigraphy (G 341) |
3 |
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Global Positioning Systems (G 326) |
3 |
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Remote Sensing (G 487 or GEOG 487) |
4 |
- Specialized Focus (12 credits)
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Practicum (ANTH 409) |
4 |
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Capstone (ANTH 414) |
4 |
The remaining 4 credits are to be selected from upper division offerings in sociology and anthropology or other departments in consultation with the student’s advisor. These courses and the content of the required practicum and capstone should be consistent with each student’s focus and professional or career goals.
