BA in Anthropology - Archaeology and Biological Anthropology in Hayward United States | California State University, East Bay

Anthropology explores humanity through diverse lenses, including evolution, history, and global contexts. Students examine both their own and other cultures, shaped by biological development, environmental factors, political history, and social influences. The Department of Anthropology, Geography, and Environmental Studies provides courses in five key areas: biological anthropology, archaeology, linguistic anthropology, sociocultural anthropology, and applied anthropology. The curriculum also highlights regional studies of major world populations, particularly the indigenous cultures of the Americas and Asia. The B.A. program integrates scientific, social science, and humanities perspectives, equipping students for versatile careers. Ultimately, anthropology fosters understanding of both human commonalities and differences across time and place.

Undergraduate students in the B.A. program can specialize in two interdisciplinary tracks:

Archaeology and Biological Anthropology focus on human biology, evolution, and reconstructing past societies through material evidence.
Culture, Discourse, and Society concentrate on modern social systems and applying anthropological knowledge to contemporary challenges.