Anthropology, B.S.

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Program Description

The BA/BS/Minor will give students the opportunity to earn a full major/minor in the field of anthropology. Students who obtain this degree will a) develop anthropological knowledge, enabling them to analyze trends in culture and society, b) methodological competence, learning to apply anthropological methods for learning about cultural/ideological differences and navigating them in daily life, and c) essential skills, written and spoken communication, analytic reading and writing, building rapport with people from different backgrounds. The Minor in Anthropology will allow students pursuing other majors to earn a credential that suggests critical thinking skills, writing ability, and cultural sensitivity.

Program Requirements

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Only 3 credits of ANTH 4920R can count toward the upper-division ANTH elective requirement.

Graduation Requirements

1. Completion of a minimum of 120 credits, 40 of which must be 3000 level or higher.
2. Minimum UVU GPA of 2.0 upon graduation.
3. Residency hours--minimum of 30 credit hours through course attendance at UVU, with at least 10 hours earned in the last 45 hours.
4. Successful completion of at least one Global/Intercultural course.
5. Successful completion of at least two Writing Enriched courses.

Note: Please see department advisor for an explanation of all program requirements, a list of recommended classes, and for assistance with creating an academic plan for graduation.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will master anthropological theory and gain the capacity to use these theories to analyze empirical findings of the field.
2. Students learn to apply methods for learning about social processes and cultural/ideological differences
3. Students will learn to produce and effectively communicate their own arguments and studies on society, culture, and history. These arguments will draw on professional literature and data, both gathered by others and by themselves.