Biological anthropology explores the physical aspects of humans, primates and their ancestors. At 吃瓜网, you鈥檒l study how humans evolved, how we adapt, and what connects us to other primates. This field brings together biology and anthropology, giving you the tools to understand genetics, evolution, health, and the diversity of human experience.
About Biological Anthropology at FAU
At 吃瓜网 Atlantic, you can combine your interests in biology and anthropology in a program designed for students aiming for careers in medicine, health, forensics, or research. You鈥檒l have opportunities to participate in internships and study abroad programs鈥攍ike working with primates at the Palm Beach Zoo or joining the Himalayan Health Exchange. The Honors College encourages hands-on learning and supports students who want to explore real-world challenges in health, evolution, and human diversity.
Degrees Offered at 吃瓜网 Atlantic
Undergraduate
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biological Anthropology (Honors College concentration)
Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Prepare for advanced study or careers in medicine, health, forensics, or research.
3. Gain practical experience through internships, research, or study abroad.
2. Apply biological and anthropological methods to real-world questions.
3. Communicate scientific ideas clearly in both written and oral forms.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills in interdisciplinary contexts.
5. Complete a senior thesis that integrates research and analysis in biological anthropology.
at 吃瓜网 AtlanticStart Your Journey
Concentration in Biological Anthropology
Students must earn a "C" or better in each course taken to fulfill a concentration requirement.
Overview and Advisory Board
Biological anthropology is the study of the physical aspects of humans, primates, and their ancestors. The field of biological anthropology encompasses several areas of study including primatology, paleoanthropology, human evolution and adaptation, genetic variation, forensic and medical anthropology. The Honors College concentration in biological anthropology is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine or who want to combine their interests in biology and anthropology.听
Advisory Board
Rachel Corr, Ph.D.
Professor of Anthropology
Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
Anthropology
Jacqueline Fewkes, Ph.D.
Interim Associate Dean of Student Affairs, Professor of Anthropology
Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
Anthropology
Dr. Jon Moore
Professor of Biology
Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
Biology
Required Courses:
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Course# |
Course Name |
Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
ANT 2000 |
Honors Introduction to Anthropology |
3 |
|
ANT 2410 |
Honors Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
3 |
|
ANT 4495 or ANT 4417 |
Honors Research Methods in Cultural Anthropology or Honors Theory in Cultural Anthropology |
3 |
|
BSC 1010, 1010L |
Honors Biological Principles with Lab |
4 |
|
BSC 1011, 1011L |
Honors Biodiversity with Lab |
4 |
|
PCB 3703, 3703L or BSC 2085, 2085L |
Honors Human Morphology and Function I and Lab or Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab |
4听 |
|
PCB 3063 |
Honors Genetics |
4 |
|
ANT 2511, ANT 2511L |
Introduction to Biological Anthropology and Lab* |
4 |
|
STA 2023 |
Honors Introductory Statistics |
3 |
|
Honors Natural Science Electives (two from list below) |
6 |
|
|
Honors Anthropology Electives (three from list below) |
9 |
|
|
IDS 4970 |
Honors Thesis (two semesters) |
6 |
| 听 | 听Minimum Total Credits: | 53 |
Natural Science Electives
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Course# |
Course Name |
Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BCH 3033 | Honors Biochemistry | 3 |
| BSC 3452C听 | Honors Experimental Design and Data Analysis | 3 |
| BSC 4442C | Honors Molecular Ecology | 3 |
| BSC 4930 | Honors Special Topics in Biology | 1-3 |
| CHM 4231 | Honors Spectroscopy | 3 |
| CHS 4302 | Honors Medicinal Chemistry | 3 |
| EVR 1001 | Honors Environmental Science and Sustainability | 3 |
| GLY 4105 | Honors Evolution of Life on Earth | 3 |
| MCB 3020, MCB 3020L | Honors General Microbiology with Lab | 4 |
| OCB 2000 | Honors Survey of Marine Biology | 3 |
| OCB 3012, OCB 3012L | Honors Marine Biology ad Oceanography with Lab | 4 |
| OCE 2001 | Honors Introduction to Oceanography | 3 |
| PCB 3352 | Honors Issues in Human Ecology | 3 |
| PCB 3411 | Honors Animal Behavior | 3 |
| PCB 3704; PCB 3704L or BSC 2086, 2086L | Honors Human Morphology and Function II and Lab or Anatomy and Physiology II and Lab | 4 |
| PCB 4043 | Honors Principles of Ecology | 3 |
| PCB 4102 | Honors Cell Biology | 3 |
| PCB 4233 | Honors Immunology | 3 |
| PCB 4234 | Honors Biology of Cancer | 3 |
| PCB 4253 | Honors Developmental Biology | 3 |
| PCB 4414 | Honors Behavioral Ecology | 3 |
| PCB 4673 | Honors Evolution | 3 |
| PSB 3340 | Honors Behavioral Neuroscience | 3 |
| ZOO 2303, 2303L | Honors Vertebrate Zoology with Lab | 4 |
| ZOO 4742 | Honors Principles of Human Neuroanatomy | 3 |
| ZOO 4690, 4960L | Vertebrate Structure Development and Evolution with Lab | 4 |
| ZOO 4373 | Introduction to Animal Locomotion | 3 |
Anthropology Electives (9 credits from list)
|
ANT 2100C |
Honors Introduction to Archaeology |
3 |
|---|---|---|
|
ANT 2240 |
Honors Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion |
3 |
|
ANT 3212 |
Honors Peoples around the World |
|
|
ANT 3332 |
Honors Peoples of Latin America |
3 |
|
ANT 4331 |
Honors Anthropology of the Andes |
3 |
|
ANT 4368 |
Honors Himalayan Cultures |
3 |
|
ANT 4474 |
Honors Development Debate S. Asia |
3 |
|
ANT 4930 |
Honors Special Topics in Anthropology |
3 |
|
ASN 3006 |
Honors Introduction to Asian Studies |
3 |
|
ANT 4244 |
Honors Ritual and Symbolism |
3 |
| ANT 3586 | Human Evolution | 3 |
| ANT 3516 | Human Variation | 3 |
| ANT 4552 | Primate Behavior | 3 |
| ANT 4520 | Forensic Anthropology | 3 |
| ANT 4463 | Environment and Disease | 3 |
| ANT 4192 | Research Methods in Bioarchaeology | 3 |