Program Overview
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Anthropology at the University of Vermont is a flexible program that allows students to pursue specialized interests in the discipline. Studying anthropology offers valuable insights into different cultures, societies, and human behaviors, helping students develop critical thinking skills, cultural awareness, and a deeper understanding of shared humanity.
Type of Degree
The program leads to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree.
School or College
The program is offered by the College of Arts and Sciences.
Area of Study
The area of study is Arts, humanities, social sciences.
Program Format
The program format is on-campus, full-time.
Concentrations
The program offers concentrations in:
- Anthropology with a Concentration in Archaeology and Heritage Management
- Anthropology with a Concentration in Global Health
Anthropology with a Concentration in Archaeology and Heritage Management
This concentration is for students interested in the study of past human cultures, the preservation and interpretation of archaeological sites, and the management of cultural resources. Courses enable students to study major developments in human history, apply archaeological methods to the investigation of specific cultures and regions, and build professional skills surrounding the protection, preservation, and interpretation of archaeological cultures, sites, and objects.
Anthropology with a Concentration in Global Health
This concentration is for students interested in human health and its variation within and across different populations, cultures, and societies. The program offers a variety of courses centered on biological and cultural anthropology and related to the body and health in varying cultural, social, and environmental settings.
Curriculum
The curriculum for the B.A. in Anthropology includes requirements outlined in the UVM Catalogue.
Outcomes
Upon completion of the B.A. degree, students will be able to:
- Provide an anthropological definition of culture and give examples of how culture shapes human life in diverse ways.
- Distinguish the ways in which anthropologists examine and analyze human diversity across time and space.
- Recognize how the four subfields of anthropology (cultural, linguistic, biological, archaeological) differ in focus, methodologies, and conceptual approaches.
- Demonstrate how an anthropological approach can be applied to a range of complex social issues in diverse settings.
- Recognize ethical dilemmas in anthropology and ethical principles in research and other practice.
- Develop and communicate anthropological research questions, access and analyze scholarly literature, and outline appropriate research methods and approaches.
After Graduation
Careers in Anthropology
Graduates can pursue careers in:
- Anthropology
- Cultural Resource Management
- Education
- Forensics
- Health (international/public health)
- International Development
- Law, Criminal Justice
- Research
Where Our Alumni Work
Alumni work in various settings, including:
- Cities and municipalities
- Colleges and universities
- Elementary and secondary schools
- Law firms
- Media production companies
- Museums and libraries
- Research Institutes
Where Alumni Attend Graduate School
Alumni have attended graduate school at institutions such as:
- Brandeis University
- Boston University
- University of Rhode Island
- University of Sussex
- Parson's School of Design (New School)
- University of Maine
- University of Illinois-Champaign Urbana
- The University of Edinburgh
- Bard College
Related Programs
Related programs include:
- Anthropology B.S.
- Anthropology Undergraduate Minor
- Both are offered by the College of Arts and Sciences and have an on-campus format.