BA in Anthropology - Archaeology in Philadelphia United States | University of Pennsylvania

Anthropology serves as a worldwide lens for understanding society. This field examines humanity in all its forms, exploring cultural, linguistic, and biological variations while tracing its evolution from ancient times to today's interconnected world. The anthropology program offers an interdisciplinary 14-credit major that connects with various university departments. Students can pursue a broad General Anthropology track or focus on specific areas like Biological Anthropology, Archaeology, Cultural and Linguistic Anthropology, or specialized paths in Medical or Environmental Anthropology. Archaeology specifically investigates ancient civilizations by analyzing unearthed artifacts, spanning from the Stone Age to early recorded history. The curriculum covers excavation methodologies and analytical approaches, with hands-on opportunities at the Penn Museum and its Center for the Analysis of Archaeological Materials (CAAM). Archaeology students begin with foundational courses across anthropology's sub-disciplines before concentrating primarily on archaeological studies.