UNDERGRADUATE HANDBOOK
2016
ANTHROPOLOGICAL
SCIENCE
Welcome to
Anthropological Science
archaeological consulting. In all of these fields they
find themselves needing expertise in science to take
advantage of the range of techniques now available. These methods include DNA and ancient DNA
analyses, C-14 dating, annual rings of trees, stable
isotope research, metallurgy, live and fossil spores,
pollen grains, studies of human and animal remains,
anthropometry and behavioural observation of
humans and primates. The Anthropological Science major is co-taught
with the discipline of Anthropology in the Faculty of
Arts, and is the study of humankind (both past and
present). This includes evidence of our evolution,
modern human biology and culture diversity, as
inferred through remnants of past material cultures.
Practising archaeologists and bio-anthropologists
work in a range of fields – environment and
cultural resource management, health research,
Surveying in Egypt. Photo by Rebecca Phillips
This major gives you the chance to combine your
interest in the human past, evolution and variation
with the other sciences whose methods we use
such as biological science, environmental science,
earth sciences, geography, chemistry, or statistics.
The cross-fertilisation between anthropology and
these other sciences is where many new exciting
developments are occurring. ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR JUDITH LITTLETON
Head of Disciplinary Area
Bachelor of Science in
Anthropological Science
A BSc major in Anthropological Science enables you to combine complementary
sciences, such as Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science
or Geography alongside your anthropological studies. There is a requirement to ensure
students have courses from the above subjects, in order to develop scientific skills and
learn new technologies that will support research in bio-anthropology and archaeology.
3
The average
number of
years it takes
to complete a
Bachelor of Science degree
For course planning and enrolment, contact the
Science Student Centre: [email protected]
You can choose
either a single
or double major
Single
Double
Complementary majors
A double major is strongly recommended as it will
enhance your career options by providing a broader
base of skills and knowledge.
ANTHROPOLOGICAL SCIENCE +
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Earth Sciences
Environmental Science
Geography
www.science.auckland.ac.nz/doublemajors
PhD field work, Mone-Oku Forest, Southwest Cameroon.
Photo by Alison Wade.
Preparation for school leavers
Students will be selected on the basis of their
rank score. Students who are intending to
take Anthropological Science as a major are
recommended to take writing-intensive subjects,
and will find study in Geography, Chemistry,
Biology or Statistics useful for their programme.
Planning your major
BSc
Year 1
ANTHRO
101
ANTHRO
102
STAGE I
BIOSCI,
CHEM,
EARTHSCI,
ENVSCI,
GEOG
STAGE I
BIOSCI,
CHEM,
EARTHSCI,
ENVSCI,
GEOG
STAGE I
BIOSCI,
CHEM,
EARTHSCI,
ENVSCI,
GEOG
Year 2
YEAR II
ELECTIVE
STAGE II
BIOSCI,
CHEM,
EARTHSCI,
ENVSCI,
GEOG
With appropriate prerequisites can also be filled by Stage II or III.
ANTHRO
200 OR
201
STAGE II
BIOSCI,
CHEM,
EARTHSCI,
ENVSCI,
GEOG
Year II Elective: ANTHRO 205, 206, 207, 221, 222, 235, 245, 249
Year 3
YEAR III
CORE
YEAR III
CORE
YEAR III
CORE
YEAR III
CORE
STAGE III
BIOSCI,
CHEM,
EARTHSCI,
ENVSCI,
GEOG
60 points from: ANTHRO 300, 303, 306, 307, 309, 311, 317, 318,
324, 328, 337, 340, 348, 349, 352, 353, 363, 367
1.Courses in a minimum of three subjects listed in the BSc Schedule.
2.At least 180 points (12 courses) must be above Stage 1.
3.Up to 30 points (2 courses) may be taken from outside the Faculty.
4.30 points (2 courses) must be taken from the appropriate General Education Schedules for BSc students.
5.Major must include 60 points (4 courses) from Year III core courses, and a further 15 points (1 course) in
Stage III BIOSCI, CHEM, ENVSCI, GEOG or EARTHSCI.
GEN ED
Any Stage
GEN ED
Stage II or III Science
You need to ensure that you take ANTHRO courses that are listed in the University Calendar as part of
the requirements for the Anthropological Science major. The Faculty of Science is the final authority on
all Anthropological Science requirements for the BSc.
To view regulations for majors and course descriptions, see www.calendar.auckland.ac.nz
For further advice, please contact the Science Student Centre: [email protected]
Excavation at archaeology field school. Photo by Tim Mackrell
Undergraduate Anthropological Science Courses for 2016
Stage I
ANTHRO 101 ANTHRO 102 World Archaeology
How Humans Evolve
Stage II
ANTHRO 200
ANTHRO 201
ANTHRO 205
ANTHRO 206 ANTHRO 207
ANTHRO 221
ANTHRO 222
ANTHRO 245 Archaeology: Understanding the Past
Human Evolution
Primate Behaviour, Ecology and Conservation
Origins of Civilisation
Coming of the Māori: Archaeology of Aotearoa/New Zealand
European Prehistory: From Cave Art to the Celts
Human Biodiversity
Evolutionary Anthropology Today
Stage III
ANTHRO 306
ANTHRO 307
ANTHRO 309
ANTHRO 311
ANTHRO 317
ANTHRO 318
ANTHRO 324 ANTHRO 328 ANTHRO 337 ANTHRO 340
ANTHRO 348 ANTHRO 349
ANTHRO 353
ANTHRO 367
Pacific Archaeology
Australian Aboriginal Archaeology
Quantitative Methods in Anthropology
New Zealand Archaeology
Field Methods in Archaeology
Approaches to Archaeological Science
Medical Anthropology
Bioarchaeology
Birth, Death and Disease: Anthropological Demography
Heritage Conservation in Aotearoa
Perspectives on Human Growth
Primate Behaviour, Ecology and Conservation
Archaeology in Practice
The Anthropology of Human Remains
For course descriptions and prerequisite information, go to
www.science.auckland.ac.nz/anthropological-science
Careers in
Anthropological Science
The three-year BSc major in Anthropological Science integrates studies in archaeology and
biological anthropology with science disciplines, to produce graduates who are able to
work or undertake graduate study in fields which require dual understandings.
Positions and roles:
Archaeological consultancy and heritage
management organisations like Heritage New
Zealand/Pouhere Taonga, regional councils, and iwi
agencies
Environmental consultancy
Health and nutrition research
Health support fields
Teaching and educational outreach
Work in museums
“I currently work as an Archaeologist in the Heritage Unit
of Auckland Council. Every day is different and engages
me intellectually, and that is why I love going into work
every day.
“One of the more exciting things I get to do is work with
the Maunga (volcanic cones) around Auckland. These
are some of the more charismatic archaeological sites
we have that teach us some amazing lessons about
the heritage of our region. I get to provide advice on all
aspects of preserving and celebrating the heritage of
these places, which is real highlight.
“After graduating with my BSc, I went on to complete my
MA in Archaeology – a requirement for anyone hoping
to work as an Archaeologist in New Zealand. Having
studied science at undergraduate level, I had already
developed the empirical skills needed to both succeed at
postgraduate level and in the early stages of my career.”
Laura Dawson, Bachelor of Science in Anthropological
Science and Biological Science, and Master of Arts in
Anthropology.
Disclaimer
Although every reasonable effort is made to ensure accuracy, the information in this document is provided
as a general guide only for students and is subject to alteration. All students enrolling at the University of
Auckland must consult its official document, the University of Auckland Calendar, to ensure that they are
aware of and comply with all regulations, requirements and policies.
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