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Special Problems in Biological Anthropology and Archaeology (SCI)

University of Toronto
Mississauga , Canada
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Program Overview

Program Overview

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Toronto Mississauga offers a comprehensive program in Anthropology, encompassing various subfields and areas of focus.


Subfields and Areas of Focus

  • Archaeology
    • Archaeological Fieldwork at UTM (ANT318H5)
  • Biological Anthropology
    • Forensic Anthropology
    • Anthropology of Health
  • Linguistic Anthropology
  • Focus in Politics, Policy & Law
  • Sociocultural Anthropology
  • Generalist Anthropology

Undergraduate Programs

The undergraduate program in Anthropology provides students with a solid foundation in the discipline, including courses in biological anthropology, archaeology, sociocultural anthropology, and linguistic anthropology.


Courses

  • Introduction to Biological Anthropology and Archaeology (ANT101H5)
  • Introduction to Sociocultural and Linguistic Anthropology (ANT102H5)
  • Special Topic Courses
    • Special Problems in Biological Anthropology and Archaeology (SCI) (ANT430H5S)
      • Topic Title: “Caring for the Dead: Ethical Considerations in Osteology”
      • Instructor: Dr. Shelby Scott
      • Topic Description: This advanced seminar critically examines ethical issues related to osteological practice, focusing on skeletal remains in research, curation, and display.
      • Prerequisite: ANT334H5
      • Co-requisite: ANT340H5

Graduate Programs

The Department of Anthropology also offers graduate programs for students seeking advanced degrees in Anthropology.


Research Areas

  • Research Activities
  • Research Interests
  • Research Labs
  • Ontario Archaeology at UTM
    • Schreiber Wood Archaeology
    • Zooarchaeology
    • Community-based and Collaborative Research

Field Schools

The Department of Anthropology offers various field schools, providing students with hands-on experience in archaeological and anthropological research.


Field School Programs

  • Forensic Anthropology Field School at UTM (ANT306H5)
  • Archaeological Fieldwork at UTM (ANT318H5)
  • Other Field Schools
  • Field School Funding
  • Field School Application

Faculty and Staff

The Department of Anthropology is comprised of a diverse and experienced faculty and staff, dedicated to providing students with a comprehensive education in Anthropology.


Faculty Members

  • Professors
  • Sessional Lecturers
  • Course Instructors
  • Administrative and Lab Staff
  • Postdoctoral Fellows
  • Research Associates
  • Professors Emeriti

Alumni

The Department of Anthropology has a strong network of alumni, who have gone on to pursue successful careers in various fields related to Anthropology.


Alumni Profiles

  • HBA Alumni Profiles
  • HBSc Alumni Profiles
  • Alumni at Work
  • Support Anthropology at UTM

Statement of Land Acknowledgement

The University of Toronto operates on the traditional land of the Huron-Wendat, the Seneca, and the Mississaugas of the Credit. Today, this meeting place is still the home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island, and we are grateful to have the opportunity to work on this land.


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