Anthropology

Associate in Arts (DTA)

Anthropology is the study of humankind. It is a holistic discipline that is divided into four subfields: Archaeology, Cultural, Linguistics, and Biological. Four-year programs typically require Anthropology majors to take course work in each of the subfields.

Students who intend to major in Anthropology at a four-year institution should follow the distribution requirements for an Associate in Arts (AA) Degree. Good writing skills are essential and should be developed. Most undergraduate programs require at least one statistics course. Competence in one foreign language is also required for some undergraduate and most graduate programs.

Students should complete the Associate in Arts (AA) Degree requirements. See the Associate in Arts—Direct Transfer Agreement Planning Worksheet. Within these guidelines, the following courses are recommended:

In addition to taking the above recommended courses, students can design a course of study to supplement the subfields of anthropology they are interested in. See Suggested Courses by Subfield for a guide.

*See course description for prerequisite.

Source: 2009-2010 Olympic College Catalog

Common Course Numbering Crosswalk (Effective Summer 2008)

for Former and Continuing Students

Suggested Courses by Subfield