The Bachelor of Arts with major in Anthropology at UVM is flexible enough for you to pursue specialized interests in the discipline. In addition to a more generalized program, concentrations or major foci include archaeology and heritage management, anthropology of global health, and social action.
Students interested in the study of past human cultures, the preservation and interpretation of archaeological sites and the management of cultural resources will want to consider tailoring their anthropology major major to focus on archaeology and heritage management. We suggest courses that enable you 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.
If you are interested in human health and its variation within and across different populations, cultures, and societies, you'll want to consider tailoring your major or minor in anthropology with a focus on global health. We offer a variety of courses centered on biological and cultural anthropology and related to the body and health in varying cultural, social, and environmental settings. These courses are designed for students with an interest in biological anthropology, medical anthropology, diversity and health, and public and global health.
Course listing Fall 2020 (PDF)
Anthropology Major Concentration in Global Health
Old Global Health Concentration Requirements (only students who declared prior to December 2017 may opt to follow these older requirements)
Anthropology is a living discipline, and the classroom at UVM extends to many locations here in Vermont and abroad. Faculty in our department regularly teach topical classes related to their ongoing research, and students often collaborate with their instructors on curring edge research. At UVM, you will gain practical field experience and an opportunity to do important research that has real world outcomes--before you graduate.
