Anthropology for Transfer (AA-T)
The Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer (AA-T) degree is designed to facilitate transfer to a California State University in keeping with SB1440. A total of 19-21 units are required to fulfill the major portion of this degree. This degree reflects the Transfer Model Curriculum (TMC) supported by the statewide Academic Senate. Students must also complete the California State University (CSU) General Education Breadth requirements or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) (see the “General Education Requirements and Transfer Information” section of the catalog). Students planning to transfer to SDSU should consult with a counselor.
The following requirements must be met to be awarded an Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer (AA-T) degree:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirement.
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Students are also required to earn a “C” grade or higher or “Pass” in all courses required for the major.
Anthropology is the study of all aspects of humans, from the time of the earliest human ancestors to contemporary societies. Students of anthropology learn to develop a broad perspective on humanity, apply scientific research methods, and work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. These competencies can help students succeed in a global society.
A major in anthropology offers a solid foundation for students planning undergraduate and graduate work in anthropology, archaeology, or related fields in the social sciences or life sciences. Anthropology is an excellent background for professional training in medicine, education, law, business or social work, and for careers in the private sector, government and non-profit organizations.
The Program-level Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs) below are outcomes that students will achieve after completing specific degree / certificate requirements in this program. Students will:
- Describe and apply anthropological perspectives and holistic approaches to cultural and biological systems.
- Explain the process of evolution by natural selection, with an emphasis on human and nonhuman primate evolution.
- Identify and analyze cultural variation in beliefs, practices, and social organization across and within human groups.
Associate Degree Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| ANTH-120 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| ANTH-130 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology | 3 |
| ANTH-140 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
| List A | ||
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Elementary Statistics | ||
| List B | ||
| Select one (1) to two (2) of the following or any List A course not already used: | 3-4 | |
| Human Anatomy | ||
| Introduction to Geographic Information Science | ||
| Planet Earth and Planet Earth Laboratory | ||
| Research Methods in Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Scientific Thought | ||
| List C | ||
| Select one (1) of the following or any course from List A or List B not already used: | 3-4 | |
| Anthropology of Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion | ||
| Cultures of Latin America | ||
| Biological Anthropology Laboratory | ||
| Intercultural Communication | ||
| Introduction to Race & Ethnicity | ||
or SOC-114 | Introduction to Race & Ethnicity | |
| Introduction to Cultural Competence | ||
| U.S. History and Cultures: Native American Perspectives I | ||
| U.S. History and Cultures: Native American Perspectives II | ||
| Introduction to American Indian Art | ||
| American Indian Culture and Heritage | ||
| The History and Cultures of California Indians | ||
| Communication Studies: Race and Ethnicity | ||
or COMM-144 | Communication Studies: Race and Ethnicity | |
| Human Geography: The Cultural Landscape | ||
| World Religions | ||
| Sex and Gender Across Cultures | ||
| Units for the major | 19-21 | |
| Plus General Education Requirements (CSU GE or IGETC) | 37-39 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
Complete transferable units as needed to reach 60.
Students completing IGETC may be awarded the degree, but they must complete a course from Area 1C: Oral Communication to meet CSU admission requirements.