Undergraduate
B.A. in Anthropology
The USF Anthropology B.A. offers a taste of all the major subfields, while stressing the applied importance of anthropology and its relevance to real world, current problems. Applied anthropology uses the theories, methods, and findings of anthropological research and combines it with other anthropological skills, such as communication, cultural awareness, and critical thinking, to solve problems and build bridges between various groups of people. Applied anthropologists work in a wide variety of fields, including health and medicine, human rights, education, business, cultural resource management, museums, natural and cultural disasters, and international relations.
The department at USF often offers opportunities for hands-on fieldwork, and our Honors Program provides an individualized research opportunity for high-achieving students.
Where will my degree take me?
A B.A. in anthropology can be the gateway to a range of opportunities and careers. Many of our graduates go on to medical school, law school, or other professional programs, or stay within anthropology to study for a Masters or Doctoral degree. And the demand for trained anthropologists is strong and growing. Anthropologists with higher degrees find fulfilling careers in national and international development, heritage and museum fields, health care, education, marketing, human rights advocacy, and NGO and relief agencies. And did you know that many corporations love anthropologists?
But the B.A. is also an excellent entry-level qualification for many careers. In an increasingly globalized and multi-cultural world, anthropology graduates offer skills in communication, cultural awareness, critical thinking, and research methods. Whatever your job title, you can bring anthropological insights into any field.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MAJOR IN ANTHROPOLOGY
Always refer to the Undergraduate Catalog for degree requirements. Students will normally begin progress toward the major by
taking at least one course from the major core, as these often serve as prerequisites
for the electives. Students are urged to consult with the anthropology advisor to create the most beneficial set of courses.
ANT 4930/ANG 6469 Patient and Physician Interaction class at Tampa General Hospital