Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Anthropology

Brandon University

Anthropology is a broad field spanning four sub-fields:

Biological Anthropology (the evolution of our species, modern physical variation).

Archaeology (the study of ancient peoples though their material remains).

Sociocultural Anthropology (the study, description, and analysis of culture, society, and humanity).

Linguistic Anthropology (the study of language).

The Undergraduate Anthropology Program at Brandon University encompasses three of the discipline’s four traditional major sub-fields: Socio-Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology,and Biological Anthropology.

Students in the Anthropology program are required to take some courses in each area, to introduce the student to the whole field of anthropology. This emphasizes the holistic theory behind these ways of studying human development and culture.

Eligibility for the 4-Year Honours program is contingent upon a 3.00 grade point average and written permission from the Department Chair. Students must complete a minimum of 54 credit hours.

While a student pursuing a 4 year (Honours) degree may choose to take advanced topics in cultural anthropology, archaeology or biological anthropology, some specific requirements for theory and methods courses are likely to be required, and will depend upon which field of specialization the student selects. It is recommended that a student consult with the relevant member of the department well before commencing fourth year.