Anthropology, (B.A.) - Global

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Program objectives for a B.A. in Anthropology are that students will: (a) demonstrate knowledge of the holistic foundations of anthropology, and core subfields of cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, archaeology, and linguistics; (b) demonstrate critical analysis and independent thought in relation to core constructs, theories, and methods in anthropological works; (c) demonstrate effective written communication skills; and (d) experience and appreciate anthropology’s real world applications through enriched learning opportunities such as community-based research, service learning, internships, and study-abroad programs.

University General Education Program (41 hours)

See University General Education Program for the General Education requirements.

College and Degree (B.A.) Requirements (6-9 hours)

The College and Bachelor of Arts requirements are in addition to the University General Education Program requirements that are listed above.

The Major (30 hours)

Completion of 30 semester hours in anthropology courses including:

ANTH 4065 - Anthropological Theory **
ANTH 1100 - Biol Anth & Prehistory **
ANTH 1200 - Cultural Anthropology **
ANTH 3200 - Peoples/Cultures World **
and 18 additional semester hours with at least 15 hours at the upper division level.

Electives

Electives may be chosen to bring the total number of hours to 120.

Honors Program

The Department of Anthropology offers an honors program in anthropology to the superior anthropology student who desires a more intensive approach to and knowledge of the discipline, a deeper understanding of research skills, and an opportunity for original criticism and analysis. To be eligible a student must:

(a) have the approval of the Department Chair;

(b) be an anthropology major;

(d) have completed successfully ANTH 1100 , ANTH 1200 , and one upper-division anthropology course;

(e) have maintained a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 in overall studies;

(f) have maintained a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25 in anthropology;

(g) have completed four honors courses in anthropology (at least one of which must be an independent study culminating in a research paper/thesis or research report) and a minimum of six hours in honors courses outside anthropology. Those students who complete the program and the regular college requirements will be recognized at the commencement ceremony by having their degree conferred, “With Honors in Anthropology.” Moreover the student’s diploma and the record at the University of Memphis will reflect this accomplishment. Details of the program are available at the Department of Anthropology office.

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