Minor, Bachelor's
About Anthropology at CSUSB
Anthropology is the study of people — past and present — and the many ways we understand and shape the world around us. At CSUSB, you’ll explore the four fields of anthropology — archaeology, biological anthropology, cultural anthropology and linguistics — while drawing connections among the social and biological sciences, humanities and physical sciences.
You’ll learn how anthropologists study the diversity and complexity of the human experience and apply their knowledge to real-world questions. Opportunities to study abroad allow you to expand your perspective and experience other cultures firsthand.
Beyond the classroom, you can connect with students who share your interests through A.L.P.A.C.A., our on-campus club representing archaeology, linguistics, physical anthropology and cultural anthropology. All students are welcome to join, regardless of major.
You can also make anthropology part of your academic journey by adding it as a minor. If you choose to continue your education after earning your bachelor’s degree, CSUSB offers a Master of Arts in Applied Archaeology.
Careers in Anthropology
With a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, you’ll be prepared for a wide range of careers that involve working with people, traveling and taking on varied responsibilities. Graduates may pursue opportunities in community outreach and advocacy, public health, cultural resource management, international relations and other fields. They may work in museums, nonprofit organizations, schools, national parks, and state and federal agencies.
Possible career paths for anthropology graduates include (but are not limited to):
- Museum curation
- Museum registrar
- Cultural resources management (the study, preservation, and public communication of Cultural Heritage, ancient, historical, and intangible)
- Education
- Community development
- Environmental impact assessment
- Environmental planner
Sample Courses
Forensic Anthropology and Crime
Techniques of biological anthropology as applied to the investigation of crime.
Globalization in Crisis
A critical examination of globalization through an anthropological lens focusing on the relationship between global formations and everyday lived experiences.
The Archaeology of the Senses
A global perspective on archaeological research relating to the human senses. Topics may include music, oration, dance, art, food, smell, pain, and trance states.
Meet Professor Matthew Des Lauriers, Ph.D.
Opportunities for Students
As an anthropology student at CSUSB, you’ll have opportunities to take your learning beyond the classroom through hands-on research and professional experiences. Our students can:
- Participate in research in Baja California and Oaxaca, Mexico.
- Gain experience working with local tribal historic preservation offices, government agencies, private cultural resource management firms and the San Bernardino County Museum.
- Connect with fellow students through A.L.P.A.C.A., a club representing the four fields of anthropology: archaeology, linguistics, physical anthropology and cultural anthropology. Students from all majors are welcome to join.
These experiences allow you to work alongside professionals, explore potential career paths and build practical skills you can carry into the workplace or graduate school. Contact our faculty to learn about additional opportunities available to students.
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