Associate of Arts for Transfer in Anthropology
Santa Barbara, USA
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LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 419 / per credit
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
The study of Anthropology is the study of humanity—all aspects of humanity—and as such covers a hugely diverse range of seemingly disparate topics. Anthropologists look not just at one particular society, culture or religion, but rather they look at how seemingly divergent cultures, pasts, individuals and social trends are related to one another and to all of humankind as a whole. With this knowledge, anthropologists believe it is possible for us to gain a better understanding of who we are, where we have come from, and where we may be heading in the future.
The Associate in Arts for Transfer degree in Anthropology provides students with the foundational knowledge necessary to make a successful transition into a Baccalaureate Degree at any of the CSU campuses. The Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) is a special degree offered at California Community Colleges. Students who earn an AA-T or AS-T degree are guaranteed admission to a campus within the California State University (CSU) system in a similar major, although not necessarily to a specific campus. Students who complete an AA-T or AS-T are given priority consideration when applying to a particular program that is similar to the student’s community college major and will be given a special GPA advantage when applying to CSU impacted campuses or majors. Students who are planning to pursue an AA-T or AS-T are strongly advised to meet with a counselor for additional information about this transfer program. Visit https://adegreewithaguarantee.com/ for more information about these degrees.
The study of Anthropology is the study of humanity—all aspects of humanity—and as such covers a hugely diverse range of seemingly disparate topics. Anthropologists look not just at one particular society, culture or religion, but examine how seemingly divergent cultures, pasts, individuals and social trends are related to one another and to all of humankind.
The goal of the Anthropology Program at Santa Barbara City College is to prepare students to use Anthropology’s wide range of studies, research methods, and applications to gain a greater understanding of people in general and the world as a whole. The program aims to educate students as to the various forms that Anthropology can take and how some of the more specialized technological fields (such as Archaeology and Physical Anthropology) apply their research methods. Furthermore, Anthropology aims to give students the tools necessary to examine and evaluate world cultures, to understand the origin of human beings, and enable them to competently and confidently effect change in the society and culture of which they are a part.
SBCC offers a Transfer Agreement Guarantee (TAG). A TAG is a contractual agreement between the student, SBCC, and specific four-year colleges or universities. This includes six University of California ( *UC) institutions, six California State Institutions (CSU), seven California private institutions, nine out-of-state institutions, as well as Honors Transfer Agreements with ten institutions and 8 CSUs without campus impaction. Students must enroll in the TAG program and work with a TAG advisor. Please click here to learn more on the TAG program website.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Enrolled students may apply one time per year in February. If awarded, the money is disbursed for the following academic year in two parts: half in the fall semester and half in the spring semester. The amounts range from very small: $100-750 and larger $1000-2500 with some variations in between.
Curriculum
Anthropology (ANTH)
ANTH 101 Physical Anthropology (3 Units)
- Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
- Biological aspects of human characteristics and behavior, the relationship of humans to other animals, the origins and evolutionary adaptations of human populations, and the biological basis for the diversity of human groups.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area A Lecture
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area B2, IGETC Area 5B, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
- UC Transfer Limit: ANTH 101, ANTH 101H and BIOL 171 combined: maximum credit, one course.
- C-ID: ANTH 110.
ANTH 101H Physical Anthropology, Honors (4 Units)
- Limitations on Enrollment: Honors course.
- Hours: 72 (72 lecture)
- Biological aspects of human characteristics and behavior, the relationship of humans to other animals, the origins and evolutionary adaptations of human populations, and the biological basis for the diversity of human groups. Emphasis on reading and discussing selections from classic and contemporary research, and producing original research projects.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area A Lecture
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area B2, IGETC Area 5B, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
- UC Transfer Limit: ANTH 101, ANTH 101H and BIOL 171 combined: maximum credit, one course.
- C-ID: ANTH 110.
ANTH 101L Physical Anthropology Laboratory (1 Unit)
- Corequisites: ANTH 101.
- Hours: 54 (54 lab)
- Prerequisite or Laboratory approach to topics covered in ANTH 101, with emphasis on population genetics, human osteology, biological classification, primate behavior and fossil hominids.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area A Lab
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area B3, IGETC Area 5C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
- C-ID: ANTH 115L.
ANTH 102 Introduction To Archaeology (3 Units)
- Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
- Introduction to the methods and theories of anthropological archaeology, as well as a review of significant data and models that contribute to knowledge of the human past. Includes the history and interdisciplinary nature of archaeological research; dating techniques; field and laboratory methods; CRM; ethical considerations; and selected cultural sequences.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D1, IGETC Area 4A, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
- UC Transfer Limit: 102 and 102H combined: maximum credit, one course.
- C-ID: ANTH 150.
ANTH 102H Introduction to Archaeology, Honors (4 Units)
- Limitations on Enrollment: Honors course.
- Hours: 72 (72 lecture)
- Introduction to the methods and theories of anthropological archaeology, as well as a review of significant data and models that contribute to knowledge of the human past. Includes the history and interdisciplinary nature of archaeological research; dating techniques; field and laboratory methods; CRM; ethical considerations; and selected cultural sequences.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D1, IGETC Area 4A, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
- UC Transfer Limit: 102 and 102H combined: maximum credit, one course.
- C-ID: ANTH 150.
ANTH 103 Introduction To Cultural Anthropology (3 Units)
- Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
- Introductory survey course which explores humankind's cultural diversity through the application of contemporary anthropological theories and perspectives. Based on the premise that studying others enables us to see ourselves better. Culture is analyzed, and the basic principles of the discipline are examined critically.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B, SBCCGE Area E5
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D1, IGETC Area 4A, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
- UC Transfer Limit: ANTH 103, 121, 122, 123 combined: maximum credit, three units.
- C-ID: ANTH 120.
ANTH 104 Language and Culture (3 Units)
- Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
- Examines the study of language in real-life socio-cultural contexts around the world through the contemporary theory and practice of linguistic anthropology.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B, SBCCGE Area E5
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D1, IGETC Area 4A, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
- C-ID: ANTH 130.
ANTH 109 Comparative World Cultures (3 Units)
- Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
- In-depth comparison of two or more of the world's cultures. Emphasizes the cultural and ethnic diversity of the areas. Focuses on a comparison and contrast of traditional cultural complexes, cultures in transition, and contemporary and/or historic patterns.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B, SBCCGE Area E5
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D1, IGETC Area 4A, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
ANTH 110 Culture and Society Through Cartoons (3 Units)
- Same as: SOC 110
- Limitations on Enrollment: 12 units at SBCC with 2.5gpa, and 6 units in department with 3.0 gpa.
- Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
- Investigates ideas and themes related to culture, society, and media using episodes and excerpts from The Simpsons and South Park. Sociological and anthropological theories and methodologies will be discussed, specifically examining elements of culture, the development of the self, and contemporary American society.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B, SBCCGE Area E5
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D0, CSUGE Area D1, IGETC Area 4A, IGETC Area 4J, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
ANTH 113 Witchcraft, Magic, Science And Religion (3 Units)
- Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
- Introductory course designed to examine belief systems of a wide variety of cultures around the world.
- SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B, SBCCGE Area E5
- Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D1, IGETC Area 4A, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
ANTH 295 Internship In Anthropology (2-4 Units)
- Limitations on Enrollment: Completion of two courses in the Anthropology Department at SBCC prior to enrolling in an Internship course.
- Hours: 273 (273 lab)
- Five to 10 hours weekly on-the-job experience. Structured internship program in which students gain experience in community organizations related to the discipline.
- Transfer Information: CSU Transferable
ANTH 299 Independent Study In Anthropology (1-4 Units)
- Hours: 192 (192 lab)
- Directed study, topic chosen by student, 1-3 hours of conference with faculty member, according to the number of units in which a student enrolls.
- Transfer Information: CSU Transferable
Program Outcome
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of the holistic nature of Anthropology and the concepts of culture and biology as used by contemporary anthropologists.
- Describe the development of Anthropology as a profession, explaining why it can be considered both a science and a humanity and how it became a distinct field of inquiry while retaining a relationship with other academic disciplines.
- Discuss the four-field nature of Anthropology and the relation of its sub-disciplines to one another, particularly in terms of the biological and social construction of such terms as sex, gender and race
- Describe ways in which different aspects of culture—economic, social, political, and religious practices and institutions—relate to one another in a cultural system, and draw comparisons between different cultures, past and present.
- Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity enhanced by a holistic perspective on culture as integrated, dynamic, and embedded in broader processes of intercultural connection and globalization.
- Discuss their own cultural biases, as well as the biases of others, explaining why these biases exist while retaining the ability to put said biases aside in order to evaluate the cultural syntheses of others in ethnographies, films, news and media.
- Articulate the importance of ethics in Anthropology, specifically the fundamental obligations of anthropologists to members of the societies they study, their research sponsors and their profession.
English Language Requirements
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