Emphasis: Anthropology
Degree: Associate in Arts
Total Units: 90-93
Purpose: The Associate of Arts degree with an emphasis in anthropology is for students wishing to transfer to a four-year college or university. A student acquiring the Associate in Arts degree in anthropology will achieve an understanding of the diversity of humans and human cultures past and present around our globe.
While preparing the student for further study and eventual employment in the field of anthropology, this educational plan also is relevant for students preparing for a broad range of jobs in both government and international agencies that focus on cross-cultural issues and involve working with people from different cultural backgrounds. These jobs, in addition to work in international and government agencies, might include working in agricultural development and educational reform or as a consultant, planner, market analyst, survey researcher, forensic scientist, or refugee coordinator.
For additional information concerning the anthropology major, feel free to consult the anthropology faculty advisor.
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