Anthropology
Major
What
is Anthropology?
Anthropology is concerned with the study
of humanity as a part of the natural world, and of culture
that developed to cope with that world. Anthropologists
have dealt largely with prehistoric and primitive or simple
societies and cultures in an effort to arrive at an understanding
of universal cultural laws. Increasingly, anthropologists
are applying basic concepts to the study of modern, complex
societies. This major is so diverse that it has been divided
into four categories by many universities. Socio-cultural
anthropology is the study of people who are alive today
and how they are different and similar in their cultural
and social practices. Biological anthropology is the study
of biological diversity, in particular, primate research
and the application of the theory of evolution. Linguistic
anthropology is the study of the variety of human languages.
Archeology is the study of past cultures based on their
material remains.
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What
are Some Specializations Within this Broad Major?
MyMajors.com cannot pinpoint your interests
beyond recommending this general major. Various specializations
related to this major may be offered by colleges and universities.
These specializations may be of greater or lesser interest
to you. A few of the specializations related to this field
include, but are not limited to:
African
American Studies |
Latin
American Studies |
Anthropology |
Linguistic
Anthropology |
Applied
Anthropology |
Museum
Studies |
Archeology |
Native
American/ Alaskan Studies |
Cultural
and Social Anthropology |
Physical
and Biological Anthropology |
Environmental
Studies |
Women's
Studies |
Ethno
Mathematics |
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What
Kinds of Students Major in Anthropology?
Anthropology majors have a variety of
personal characteristics including: inquisitiveness, social
self-confidence, idealism, adventurousness, enthusiasm,
and persuasiveness. They are analytical and observant.
This student may like to make decisions, participate in
meetings, and explore new ideas. An interest in people
and their behaviors is essential.
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What
Courses Do Anthropology Majors Take?
The required and elective courses you
would take for majors vary considerably among institutions.
Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth
of topics you are likely to experience were you to major
in this field.
Ethnicity
and Identity |
Power
and Society in the Middle East |
Hinduism,
Globalization, & World Politics |
Human
Behavioral |
Turkey
& Middle East Perspective |
Southeast
Asia: Tradition and Development |
Cultural
Anthropology, Biology, Evolution |
Urban
Anthropology |
Legal
Anthropology |
Women
and Men: Cultural Expectations |
Medical
Anthropology |
Gender
Experiences |
Peoples
and Cultures of Africa |
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What
Types of Positions do Anthropology Majors Take After College?
These professions and professional organizations
illustrate the types of positions you might qualify for
if you complete this major. Some majors are more directly
related to employment than others, however. You should
consider the likelihood of employment after graduation
carefully, if you do not plan to go on for graduate work
in a field. Even with the completion of graduate work
in some fields, however, employment is difficult, so you
should determine what the prospects are for this or any
major. Employment possibilities are often enhanced by
the selecting employment-related courses and by the enrollment
in second major or in a minor.
Archeologist |
Historical
Preservation |
Bilingual
Educator |
Information
Researcher |
Documentary
Film Making |
International
Business |
Environmental
& Social Impact Assessment |
International
Law |
Genetics
Counselor |
Librarian |
Government |
Marketing |
Historical
Archeology |
Publishing
Director |
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not, to give you this information.
Bureau
of Labor Statistics
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Related
Links
If you are interested in learning more
about what professionals in this field do and what kinds
of activities they engage in, you might want to begin
with the following web sites. Also check the departmental
web sites of colleges and universities, which offer this
major.
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University
Departments to Consider
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offer excellent curriculums in well-rounded programs for
you to consider.
Other fine institutions offering this
major offer excellent programs to consider.
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Anthropology Major
