Students completing the program will be able to... • Demonstrate an understanding of core knowledge within the anthropology discipline. • Demonstrate the ability to communicate ideas clearly and persuasively in writing. • Demonstrate the ability to analyze a problem and draw correct inferences using qualitative and/or quantitative analysis. • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate theory and critique research within the anthropology discipline.

The anthropology program at Diablo Valley College offers students the opportunity to study humankind from the broadest biological, historical, and geographical perspectives. Anthropology is a multidisciplinary and yet holistic way to study all aspects of humanity, from biological origins to ways of social behavior, past and present. Anthropology presents to the student a world view that is personally enriching as well as practical. Courses in the program offer knowledge of social and cultural aspects of behavior, as well as the biological nature of humans. Courses included in the anthropology major are intended to give a general understanding of human biology, ecology, evolution, prehistory, and the nature of human cultures.

This curriculum is designed to provide an opportunity for the anthropology major to achieve an associate in arts degree while completing the requirements for transfer to a California State University (CSU) or other four-year college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree in anthropology. A baccalaureate degree is recommended preparation for those considering professional careers in anthropology. Completion of this curriculum will demonstrate commitment to the field and provide comprehensive preparation for upper-division work.

The associate in arts in anthropology for transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major.

In order to earn the degree, students must: • • Complete 60 CSU-transferable units. • Complete the California State University-General Education pattern (CSU GE); or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern, including the Area 1C requirement for Oral Communication. • Complete a minimum of 18 units in the major. • Attain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0. • Earn a grade of “C“ or higher in all courses required for the major.

Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts the degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system, or those students who do not intend to transfer.

Some courses in the major satisfy both major and CSUGE/IGETC general education requirements; however, the units are only counted once toward the 60 unit requirement for an associate degree. Some variations in requirements may exist at certain four-year institutions; therefore, students who intend to transfer are advised to refer to the catalog of the prospective transfer institution and consult a counselor.