2017-2018 Augusta University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Department of History, Anthropology, and Philosophy
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Bachelor of Arts with a major in Anthropology
Anthropology studies all aspects of human culture past and present, including human biological and cultural diversity, human origins, the origins and development of cultural complexity, analyzing material artifacts, preserving heritage, and understanding and solving problems related to globalization and the multicultural environments it creates in business, healthcare, education, government, NGOs, etc that individuals and societies must negotiate in the modern world.
Our History program immerses students in the laboratory of the human past, under the guidance of a renowned faculty who teach courses about real people and their triumphs and failures. We show how humanity has shaped cultural, economic and political forces, both close to home and far-afield. With a vaired and flexible curriculum, students choose their own concentrations, taking advanced courses to suit their interests and needs.
Our students learn to think rigorously, evaluate arguments and evidence, conduct historical research, and write clearly and precisely. The skills and knowledge they acquire empower them to engagge in meaningful discussions about past events that still sahpe and impact our society today. The history degree teaches the analytical tools and transferable skills desired by employers, and suitable for a wide range of careers: Teachers & Educators, Researchers, Museum Curators, Information Managers, Authors, and more.
Important note: Students must study the requirements for admission to teacher education, which include specific grade requirements for a number of core courses.
Certificate Programs
This is a fifteen credit undergraduate certificate program that prepares students to explore a scholarly interest in Asian issues and to develop language proficiency. This program is open to all academic majors. Students completing this certificate will find that their knowledge of Asia will prepare them for careers and vocations in business, government, education, journalism, public health, and journalism.
A certificate in Asian Studies must be taken in tandem with a formal degree program. Students from all academic majors are eligible to participate. A student can enroll in the certificate program at any time before graduation.
Minor in Anthropology
Anthropology studies all aspects of human culture past and present, including human biological and cultural diversity, human origins, the origins and development of cultural complexity, analyzing material artifacts, preserving heritage, and understanding and solving problems related to globalization and the multicultural environments it creates in business, healthcare, education, government, NGOs, etc. that individuals and societies must negotiate in the modern world. As a field covering a broad range of topics, as a minor it is an excellent complement to other disciplines and career choices.
Minor in History
Our History program immerses students in the laboratory of the human past, under the guidance of a renowned faculty who teach courses about real people and their triumphs and failures. We show how humanity has shaped cultural, economic and political forces, both close to home and far-afield. Our history minor requires students complete one intro-level World Civilizations course (either HIST 1111 or HIST 1112 ), and any five upper-level history courses. The history minor is a good complement to other displines.
Minor in Philosophy
Philosophy is the art of thinking. As such, it provides an excellent foundation for today’s students. Philosophy helps one to question his or her assumptions and point of view, understand other points of view on functional issues, and think critically, morally, and meaningfully. A minor in philosophy complements any major program and is applicable in any human endeavor where rational thought is required.
Courses taken to satisfy Core Areas A through E may not be counted as coursework in the minor. (A grade of C or better is required for all courses in the minor.)
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