Forensic Anthropology, Minor

CIP Code

45.0205.00

Program Overview

The Forensic Anthropology minor focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to translate anthropological techniques to medicolegal and forensic contexts. This minor complements degree programs in Criminal Justice and the School of Integrative Biological and Chemical Sciences and will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of forensic sciences, a comprehensive understanding of human anatomy, biological and cultural variation, and methods of forensic recovery and analysis. It includes opportunities for both field-based learning activities and applied research. A background in forensic anthropology is useful for careers in law enforcement, governmental agencies, medical examiners offices, death investigation agencies, human rights organizations, and other related fields.

Minor Requirements - 18 hours

Required - 9 hours

ANTH 1324	Human Evolution	3
ANTH 4303	Forensic Anthropology	3
ANTH 4321	Human Skeletal Anatomy	3

Students declared in any BA Anthropology major or Anthropology minor must take an additional ANTH course from the Electives list below to fulfill ANTH 1324 Human Evolution.

Electives - Choose 9 hours

ANTH 4320	Anthropology of Conflict and Human Rights	3
ANTH 4322	Ancient Diseases in Modern Bodies	3
ANTH 3345	Anthropology Community Internship	3
CRIJ 1306	Court Systems and Practices	3
CRIJ 3316	Criminal Evidence and Proof	3
BIOL 2401	Anatomy and Physiology I	4
BIOL 3313	Genetics	3
BIOL 3405	Histology	4
BIOL 3425	Vertebrate Osteology	4
BIOL 4415	Entomology	4

ANTH 3345 Anthropology Community Internship may be taken only when the focus is Forensics.  ANTH 4390 Directed Studies may be taken only when the focus is Forensics.