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Anthropology is the study of humans: what we are, our origins, and the cultural and behavioral characteristics that set us apart from other members of the animal kingdom. Most major universities and colleges offer anthropology courses, and you can read the course descriptions in the catalog to get an idea of what to expect.
Physical Anthropology Courses
Physical anthropology is sometimes considered a "hard" science like biology and chemistry. Course descriptions usually identify topics in biology and geology, as well as animal science and geography.
Cultural Anthropology Courses
Cultural anthropology explores the different manifestations of culture in human social groups. Course descriptions include language related to gender, religion, work and play, the healing arts, and family.
Field Methods
Anthropology laboratory courses provide hands-on activities to train students in the practical aspects of the discipline. Course descriptions often refer to "field research" and "methods."
Quantitative Methods
Quantitative methods courses help students to use applied mathematics and statistics to analyze research data. Many course descriptions will identify prerequisite coursework in college algebra.
Special Topics in Anthropology
Special topics in anthropology include courses offered infrequently; the course content often reflects someone's special research. Most course descriptions for special topics courses are necessarily vague.
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