Anthropology - Cottey College

Anthropology from Cottey College is a Campus Associate Anthropology degree that prepares you for a Science career. Cottey's Anthropology Department is designed to introduce students to the four branches of anthropology (cultural anthropology , physical anthropology, linguistics, and archaeology) with an emphasis on the cultural branch. The course offered provides a foundation for students interested in anthropology careers and assists all students in developing an anthropological perspective which is beneficial in all fields of study. Additionally, anthropology can be combined with many other disciplines to create a more global or international approach. Career Opportunities Anthropology majors study the social and cultural behavior of people by investigating communities throughout the world and focusing on their languages, arts, religions, and architectures. Anthropology includes four broad fields. Cultural anthropologists study internal workings of societies, both primitive and complex. They focus on culture as a whole or on just one aspect, such as religion, art, folklore, witchcraft, or symbolism. Physical anthropologists study the adaptations, variability, and evolution of human beings and their living and fossil relatives. They observe biological behavior and attempt to understand ongoing human evolution. Linguistic anthropologists study the role of language in various cultures. They analyze the underlying structures of languages and dialects, to understand the importance of the social contexts of language use, and to appreciate the complex relations between language, culture, and perception. Archaeologists study material remains in order to reconstruct previous ways of life and understand culture change. Anthropology majors find employment with government agencies, hospitals and medical schools, international agencies, historical societies, academic settings, research institutes, and marketing firms. An advanced degree is recommended for employment with this major. View more details on Cottey College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Anthropology courses.