ANTHRO 102

Introduction to Biological Anthropology

Please note: this is archived course information from 2012 for ANTHRO 102.

Description

Biological anthropology is the study of human and non-human primate biology, evolutionary history and the relationship between biology and culture. This course provides an introduction to the range of topics addressed and anthropological approaches used in the biological study of the human species. Topics covered include: an introduction to evolutionary theory, the most recent evidence of human evolution, primate evolution and behaviour and patterns of modern human biological variation including health and disease.

Availability 2012

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Professor Judith Littleton

Assessment

Coursework + exam

Points

ANTHRO 102: 15 points