Conjoint: BBiomedSc/BSc major in Anthropological Science

A major is the main subject area that you choose to study in your degree. You will study courses up to Stage III level in this subject.

As well as gaining skills, knowledge and experience in your chosen area, you will learn how to think creatively, solve problems and communicate effectively, all essential skills to help you thrive in any career you choose.

Please see the main programme link below to see further details for the programme.

New scientific methods and technologies in anthropological science include the analysis of DNA and ancient DNA, C-14 dating, stable isotope research, metallurgy, the analysis of live and fossil spores, the annual rings of trees, pollen grains, and human and animal remains, as well as the behavioural observation of humans and primates.

This major will give you the chance to apply more science to your studies in archaeology and biological anthropology. Other sciences complement the study of Anthropological Science, for example, Biological Science, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences or Geography.

BBiomedSc/BSc - Bachelor of Biomedical Science/Bachelor of Science Conjoint

By integrating archaeology and biological anthropology with science disciplines, Anthropological Science equips graduates with the skills for employment or postgraduate research.

This programme will integrate studies in Archaeology and Biological Anthropology with science disciplines to produce graduates who are able to work or undertake graduate study in the fields which require dual understandings.

Jobs related to Anthropological Science

• Archaeological consultancy for organisations such as Heritage NZ

• Health and nutrition research

• Work in museums

• Environmental consultancy and mining

Further study options

• Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

• Bachelor of Science (Honours)

• Postgraduate Diploma in Science

• Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Science

Graduates gain an internationally accepted qualification, excellent research skills and the knowledge to work within some of the world’s most rapidly advancing scientific fields.

Complete 120 points comprising:

30 points for all Stage I Compulsory Courses, and
30 points for all Stage II Compulsory Courses, and
15 points from Stage II Elective Courses, and
45 points from Stage III Elective Courses

Stage I Compulsory Courses

Complete 30 points for ALL of the following:

ANTHRO 108 - Being Human (15 points)

ANTHRO 110 - Culture and Creativity (15 points)

Stage II Compulsory Courses

Complete 30 points for ALL of the following:

ANTHRO 200 - Archaeology: Understanding the Past (15 points)

ANTHRO 201 - Human Evolution (15 points)

Stage II Elective Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

ANTHRO 205 - Primate Behaviour, Ecology and Conservation (15 points)

ANTHRO 206 - Origins of Civilisation (15 points)

ANTHRO 207 - Archaeological History of Aotearoa New Zealand (15 points)

ANTHRO 208 - Medical Anthropology (15 points)

ANTHRO 227 - Future Generations Anthropology (15 points)

ANTHRO 235 - The Anthropology of Human Remains (15 points)

ANTHRO 252 - Global Heritage Management (15 points)

ANTHRO 278 - Indigenous Food Security (15 points)

Stage III Elective Courses

Complete exactly 45 points from the following:

ANTHRO 306 - Pacific Archaeology (15 points)

ANTHRO 317 - Field Methods in Archaeology (15 points)

ANTHRO 337 - Birth, Death, and Disease: Anthropological Demography (15 points)

ANTHRO 349 - Primate Behaviour, Ecology and Conservation (15 points)

ANTHRO 352 - Special Topic: Shared World: Humans and Animals (15 points)

ANTHRO 353 - Archaeology in Practice (15 points)

ANTHRO 367 - The Anthropology of Human Remains (15 points)

ANTHRO 372 - Medical Anthropology (15 points)

ANTHRO 378 - Indigenous Food Security (15 points)

Please note that while regulations and programme rules for future academic years may be displayed or made available in advance, they remain subject to change. Official, final approved programme regulations for the upcoming academic year will be available when the University Calendar is published in late October of the preceding year. Any information available prior to Calendar publication should be treated as provisional.

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