Five possible minors in anthropology are offered: general anthropology, sociocultural anthropology, archaeology, biological anthropology, and linguistic anthropology. Each is satisfied by the completion of the coursework described below. Each minor requires a total of 24 credits (six 4-credit courses), distributed between lower-division courses (100-200 level) and upper-division courses (300-400 level). Exceptions to the stated requirements may be made only with the approval of the director of undergraduate studies.

Only courses passed with a grade of C- or better may be counted toward fulfilling the requirements of a minor in anthropology. No courses taken under the Pass/Fail option may be used to fulfill anthropology minor requirements. The Anthropology Department’s residency requirement stipulates that a minimum of three courses (12 credits) in the minor must be taken in residence at Binghamton University.

Requirements for Biological Anthropology Minor

The Biological Anthropology minor provides students with a basic understanding of the fundamental concepts of human biology, evolution, and the relationships between biology and culture. The program is relevant to students interested in biology, psychology, medicine, nursing, and environmental studies, among others.

• The foundation course in biological anthropology, ANTH 168  (4 credits).
• Three upper-level courses (12 credits) in biological anthropology, chosen from among ANTH 330 -339, 420-ANTH 429 , and 380/480 (with a biological focus). A maximum of four credits total of any combination of ANTH 393 /ANTH 493 /ANTH 497 /ANTH 499  is allowed; ANTH 491  is not allowed.
• One lower-level course (4 credits) in biological anthropology, chosen from among ANTH 241 -ANTH 249  or ANTH 280 (with a biological focus).
• One elective course (4 credits) taken at any level and in any area of anthropology or a cognate field, chosen in consultation with the director of undergraduate studies.