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Anthropology (the scientific study of humanity) encompasses a wide-ranging discipline that examines every facet of human existence across time - from ancient civilizations to contemporary societies and future possibilities. At the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, undergraduate anthropology students explore this comprehensive scope through coursework spanning cultural, biological, and archaeological anthropology. The program structure ensures foundational training across these core subdisciplines while offering flexibility for students to specialize in their preferred areas. Graduates earning a Bachelor of Arts in anthropology from UT Knoxville gain qualifications for diverse career paths including healthcare, education, public administration, legal fields, social services, and community support. Those aspiring to become professional anthropologists will need to pursue graduate studies, for which the department's distinguished faculty and relevant course offerings provide excellent undergraduate preparation. Universal Tracking (uTrack) serves as an academic progress system that assists students in maintaining timely degree completion. Staying on track requires fulfilling specific benchmarks each semester, including passing designated courses and maintaining minimum GPA standards. Note that uTrack applies exclusively to full-time students pursuing degree programs.