Anthropology, Associate in Arts for Transfer
Anthropology, Associate in Arts for Transfer
The Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer (AA-T in Anthropology) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or a “similar” major at a CSU campus. Each CSU campus determines which of the degrees it offers are “similar” and can be completed with the preparation included in the AA-T in Anthropology within 60 units once a student transfers, so which majors are “similar” varies from CSU to CSU. For a current list of what majors (and what options or areas of emphasis within that major) have been designated as “similar” to this degree at each CSU campus, please refer to CSU’s Associate Degree for Transfer Major and Campus Search webpage and seek guidance from an Oxnard College counselor. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major.
To earn an AA-T in Anthropology, students must:
- Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units including both of the following:
- Certified completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 21 semester units in the Anthropology major as listed in the Oxnard College catalog.
- Obtain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
- Obtain a grade of “C” or better or “P” in all courses required in the major. Even though a "pass-no-pass" is allowed, it is highly recommended that students complete their major courses with a letter grade.
- Complete a minimum of 12 semester units in residence within the Ventura County Community College District.
Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts the Anthropology AA-T will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree (unless the major is a designated “high-unit” major at a particular campus). This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.
Course ID | Title | Units/Hours |
---|---|---|
Required Core Courses | 9-10 | |
Introduction to Biological Anthropology and Introduction to Biological Anthropology Lab * | ||
or ANTH R101 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology | |
or ANTH R101H | Honors: Introduction to Biological Anthropology | |
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | ||
or ANTH R102H | Honors: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | |
Introduction to Archaeology | ||
List A - Complete one course from the following: | 3-4 | |
Introduction to Language and Culture | ||
Introduction to Statistics | ||
or STAT C1000H | Introduction to Statistics - Honors | |
Beginning Statistics for Behavioral Science | ||
Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences | ||
List B - Complete two courses from the following: | 6 | |
Any course not selected from List A (no more than one Statistics course may be used in the major) | ||
ANTH R105 | Sex, Gender and Culture | 3 |
ANTH R106 | Psychological Anthropology | 3 |
ANTH R107 | Introduction to Native American Studies | 3 |
ANTH R107H | Honors: Introduction to Native American Studies | 3 |
ANTH R110 | People of the World: The Cultures of Globalization and Change | 3 |
ANTH R111 | Magic, Witchcraft and Religion: Anthropology of Belief | 3 |
or ANTH R111H | Honors: Magic, Witchcraft and Religion: Anthropology of Belief | |
ANTH R113 | Ancient Civilizations of the Americas | 3 |
ANTH R114 | African American Culture and Experience | 3 |
ANTH R118 | Introduction to Forensic Science | 3 |
ANTH R119 | Introduction to Border Studies | 3 |
BRS R101 | Introduction to Border Studies | 3 |
ETHS R107 | Introduction to Native American Studies | 3 |
or ETHS R107H | Honors: Introduction to Native American Studies | |
ETHS R114 | African American Culture and Experience | 3 |
ETHS R119 | Introduction to Border Studies | 3 |
CHST R101 | Introduction to Chicana/o Studies | 3 |
CHST R107 | History of Mexicans in the United States | 3 |
HIST R107 | History of Mexicans in the United States | 3 |
HIST R109 | History of Mexico | 3 |
PHIL R115 | Comparative World Religions | 3 |
or PHIL R115H | Honors: Comparative World Religions | |
COMM R113 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
GEOG R105 | Introduction to Human Geography | 3 |
GLST R101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3 |
SOC R101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
or SOC R101H | Honors: Introduction to Sociology | |
SOC R103 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 3 |
URBS R101 | Introduction to Urban Studies | 3 |
List C: Complete one course from the following: | 3-4 | |
Any course not selected from List A or List B | ||
ANTH R116 | Science, Technology, and Human Values | 3 |
IDS R102 | Science, Technology, and Human Values | 3 |
ANAT R101 | General Human Anatomy | 4 |
GEOL R101 & R101L | Physical Geology and Physical Geology Laboratory | 4 |
GEOL R121 | Earth Science with Laboratory | 4 |
GEOG R106 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
GIS R106 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
Total Required Major Units | 21-24 | |
Cal-GETC | 34 | |
Double-Counted Units | - 6 - 22 | |
Free Electives Required | 8-27 | |
Total Units Required for AA-T Degree | 60 |
*Students can choose to complete the ANTH R101L as part of the Required Core if it is required at their intended transfer institution or choose not to take the ANTH R101L if it is not required.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Apply logic, critical thinking, quantitative and qualitative reasoning to anthropological data and be able to distinguish amongst scientific laws, principles, hypotheses and theories.
- Apply their knowledge to the solution of human problems, both local and global, in both theoretical and practical settings, including a more mature understanding of their own place in society, in the workplace, and in academia.
- Identify major figures in the history of anthropology, the major schools/orientation of anthropological theory, and important trends in contemporary anthropological theory, methods and ethics.
- Demonstrate familiarity with the standards of professional ethics espoused by the discipline of anthropology.
- Develop skills in ethnographic writing, speaking and presentation.
- Master concepts and methods central to the anthropological perspective, e.g. culture, human evolution, genetics, linguistics, archaeology, prehistory, diversity, physical type, language, gender/sex, cultural relativism, holism, social structure, historical and cross-cultural comparisons, kinship, participant-observation and globalism.
- Develop and improve information retrieval and management skills, particularly use of online resources.