Anthropology Minor

Why minor in Anthropology?

Pursuing a minor in Anthropology equips you with versatile skills applicable to a wide range of jobs in government, education, business and the non-profit sector. At UND, you can engage in coursework tailored to your interests, exploring areas such as:

• Cultural Anthropology. Learn about global diversity and how to conduct qualitative inquiry into human thoughts and behaviors.
• Archaeology. Explore ancient cultures by analyzing their culture remains, artifacts, features and sites.
• Biological Anthropology. Learn the evolutionary origins of human biology and how this still impacts human anatomy and physical development.
• Forensic Anthropology. Identify human bones and collect relevant investigatory information on age-at-death, sex, health, injuries, lineage and stature from skeletal materials in a hands-on laboratory setting.

If you are looking for an expanded program in Anthropology, look into the bachelor's in Anthropology degree at UND.

What majors pair well with an Anthropology minor?

In recent years, students have combined anthropology with a wide range of majors including Aviation, Forensic Science, Environmental Studies, Spanish, Classical Studies, Entrepreneurship, Geology and Biology. Bachelor programs an Anthropology minor traditionally pairs well with include:

• History Degree:  History provides a depth of context and unique approach to interpreting written, oral and material histories that broadens the approaches and knowledge base of students who are also taking Anthropology.
• Global Studies Degree: This major offers perspectives on global history, politics, and cultures, fully integrating with an Anthropological approach to the same subject matter.
• Geography Degree: Geography often involves the study of spatial information regarding humans and the environment, with a skill set that offers a greater contextual and interpretive power to Anthropology.
• Psychology Degree: Psychology offers insights into individual behavior, cognition, and mental processes, providing a wider interpretive framework for understanding group cultural values and behaviors as well as how those relate to individuals, belief systems, and life experiences.   
• Public Affairs Degree:  Public affairs concentrates on practicing the leadership, persuasion, management, and economic understanding needed in providing solid policy planning and communication.  Anthropological knowledge and approaches inform these decisions to provide successful and culturally appropriate planning and outcomes.
• Sociology Degree: Sociology provides a broader perspective on societal structures, including how institutions operate within larger social contexts. It can offer valuable insights into human behavior, providing a complementary perspective to Anthropology.
• Women and Gender Studies Degree: Women and gender studies explore issues related to gender identity, inequality, and social justice, offering interdisciplinary perspectives that provide a deeper focus on certain issues of cultural anthropological interest.
• American Indian Studies Degree: This major could offer a more in-depth study of the diversity of indigenous cultures, societies and histories of America. These two approaches can help students understand the larger context of their learning in both disciplines.