a) A minor must contain at least 9 hours of upper division course work. b) Courses taken to satisfy Core Areas I through V may not be counted as course work in the minor. c) Courses taken in Core Area VI may be counted as course work in the minor. The minor in Biological and Medical Anthropology will provide students with a comprehensive overview of the anthropological study of human health and the biological and behavioral variation in the human lineage. It emphasizes anthropology's unique biocultural perspective by focusing on adaptation, variation, and a holistic understanding of global health, disease, and well-being. Students will learn foundational theory and research methods used to examine human-environmental interactions. Courses will also introduce students to cutting-edge theory and methods used to understand diet, health, and disease risk in anthropology. This minor is especially relevant for those planning careers in the health and medical professions.

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