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Academic Programs

Anthropology

Our program offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with an array of courses designed to provide students an overview of the discipline, and a thorough grounding in archaeology, biological anthropology, and cultural anthropology.

Because there is a strong cross-cultural and comparative focus in Anthropology, students are encouraged to develop competence in a foreign language and to broaden their cultural horizons by participating in study abroad programs.

Undergraduate Degrees

Anthropology, B.A. As an anthropology major, you will learn a comprehensive approach to understanding people and the societies and cultures they create, the many ways of being human, and the many ways to solve problems. Learn More
Anthropology, B.A. with Social Studies Teacher Licensure Our program offers experiential learning opportunities, including archaeological and bio-cultural field schools, lab courses in archaeology, osteology, and human biological variation. You can also earn a North Carolina teaching license in addition to your undergraduate degree. Discover

Minors

Anthropology, Minor As an anthropology minor, you will be introduced to a comprehensive approach to understanding humans and the societies and cultures they create, the many ways of being human, and the many ways to solve problems that humans confront. Explore Now
Forensic Science, Minor In the forensic science program, you will apply methods and techniques derived from myriad scientific disciplines to cases of legal and medico-legal concern, particularly involving the collection, preservation and evaluation of physical evidence at crime scenes. Discover
Medical Humanities, Minor Develop the skills you need to deliver humanistic health care. Our minor introduces you to medical humanities through scholarship, education and practices that focus on the intersection of the arts and humanities, health, illness, and healthcare. Read More