Degree Requirements
The Evolutionary Anthropology major offers two degree options:
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree,
- Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) degree.
All students receive hands-on laboratory experiences and will investigate and critically review the techniques used in the study of evolutionary theory, paleontology, functional morphology and behavior. All students will also apply their knowledge in at least one advanced-level capstone courses.
Worksheets
Track your progress with your advisor using our major's worksheet:
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EvAnth Major Worksheet (both AB and BS) updated with new course numbers
- EvAnth Major Worksheet (Both AB & BS) - for students who matriculated before Fall 2010
B.S. Track Requirements
Co-requisites:
EVANTH 101 or 101D, Introduction to Evolutionary Anthropology
BIO 201L, Gateway to Biology: Molecular Biology
BIO 202L, Gateway to Biology: Genetics and Evolution
CHEM 101DL, Core Concepts of Chemistry
CHEM 201DL Organic Chemistry
MATH 111 Laboratory Calculus I
PHYSICS 141L General Physics: Mechanics
STATISTICS (introductory level)*
[note that co-requisite courses can be replaced by equivilent courses/AP credit - see the DUS for details
Core requirements:
- EVANTH 200-level+ course in Behavior, Ecology and Cognition
- EVANTH 200-level+ course in Anatomy and Paleoanthropology
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective OR approved elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective OR approved elective
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EVANTH 200-level+ elective OR approved elective
The above courses must include at least one field/lab experience (EvAnth 200-level+; research independent studies may count toward this requirement) + at least one capstone course: ( EVANTH 400-level+) Both courses must be in EvAnth; . Note that no more than two independent studies can be used toward the major requirements.
A.B. Track Requirements
Co-requisite:
EVANTH 101 or 101D, Introduction to Evolutionary Anthropology
Core requirements:
- EVANTH 200-level+ course in Behavior, Ecology and Cognition
- EVANTH 200-level+ course in Anatomy and Paleoanthropology
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective OR approved elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective OR approved elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective OR approved elective
- EVANTH 200-level+ elective OR approved elective
The above courses must include at least one field/lab experience (EvAnth 200-level+; research independent studies may count toward this requirement) + at least one capstone course: EVANTH 400-level+; Both courses MUST be in EvAnth. Note that no more than two independent studies can be used toward the major requirements.
Customize Your Study of Evolutionary Anthropology
Formal Concentrations:
Concentrations require 3 courses within a given area. These can overlap with other major requirements. Concentrations are declared with the registrar and will be listed on your transcript
Informal study tracks within the discipline:
Approved Electives
Note that there may be other courses (especially “special topics” courses; study abroad courses) that would be appropriate as electives. To have a course not on this list considered as an elective, you will need to petition the Director of Undergraduate Studies (DUS) in writing. Be sure to include a detailed explanation of how the course relates to EvAnth and your particular line of study in the department. Both your advisor and the DUS must approve the petition. Note that several courses listed are cross-listed with other departments.