Undergraduate Programs and Courses

This degree combines the information and methodologies of Anthropology, Archaeology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biology and Geography with the techniques of the physical sciences to examine human biological systems of the past and present. It is an Anthropology program which also draws on courses from the departments of Biology, Chamistry, Kinesiology, and Geography. Students in the Program will gain an understanding of comparative anatomy, cellular biology, methods in archaeology and human evolution. They will also obtain experience in up-to-date laboratory techniques and procedures. This Program offers students the option of combining experience from different fields in the Sciences and Arts to create a skill set that is interesting and unique.

The Program offers both a 90 credit hour BSc (General) and a 120 credit hour BSc Four Year. Students pursuing a 3-year or 4-year BSc have the opportunity to take a Business Stream (see the "Science with a Business Stream" section of the Calendar). 

The Bioanthropology Progam may lead to careers in government and hospital laboratories, forensic laboratories, museums and zoos. Graduates in the 4 Year Degree option could also pursue further studies in Anthropology and related sciences. This program may also be of interest to students intending to go into medicine, dentistry, and other health-related fields.

Students taking an undergraduate degree in another Major may choose to add a Minor in Bioanthropology as a secondary are of interest.

Degrees/programs offered

3-Year BSc
4-Year BSc
Honours BSc