Fields of Specialization
Anthropology Is
Anthropology is the study (logos) of humans (anthropos). It includes cultural anthropology (the study of living humans), archaeology (the study of prehistoric and historic human beings) and biological anthropology (the study of the evolution and biology of humans and their nearest relatives, the primates).
A Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology is offered with a focus on applied and theoretical skills. Within the anthropology major, a student may choose to informally emphasize cultural anthropology or archaeology.
The Minor in Anthropology is designed to offer students a flexible introduction to the fundamentals of the discipline to complement their major field of study. A minor is advisable for anyone planning a career with intercultural or international dimensions, where knowledge of cultural systems, environments, values and symbols is useful.
Cultural Anthropology-The study of living human beings and their ways of life. The primary research method is ethnographic fieldwork (participating in and observing everyday life). A related field is:
Folklore-The study of creative oral, behavioral, and material expressions of culture that are produced in small groups. The primary research method is informal interviews.
Archaeology- The study of prehistoric and historic human beings and their ways of life. The primary research method is archeological fieldwork (the "dig").
Certificate in Archaeology:
The certificate in archaeology provides applied training in both laboratory and field methods to students who could be hired to assist professional archaeologists in area firms. Internships can be arranged with the University of Missouri-St. Louis archaeology lab or with a local institution (e.g. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, Missouri Historical Society. Mastodon State Historic Site). These internships can be conducted on Saturdays, Sundays or in the evenings.
Anthro 1019, Introduction to Archaeology.
One anthropology course at the 2100-2199 level with an archaeological emphasis.
One anthropology course at the 3200-3299 level with an archaeological emphasis.
Anthro 4310, Laboratory Methods in Archaeology
Anthro 4309, Archaeological Field School
Anthro 4326, Internship in Archaeology (1-6 credit hours)
Biological Anthropology-The study of the evolution and biology of humans and their nearest relatives, the primates.
Linguistic Anthropology- The study of human languages.
