This cluster offers students an interdisciplinary foundation in anthropology, psychology, and statistics, focusing on human behavior and physiology. You will gain a well-rounded perspective on the complexities of human society and mind. You will fulfill requirements for the Psychology major and others, while also fulfilling the Social & Behavioral Sciences breadth and American Cultures requirement.
Course Descriptions
- ANTHRO 3AC: Introduction to Social/Cultural Anthropology (American Cultures), 4 Units
The structure and dynamics of human cultures and social institutions from a comparative perspective with special attention to American cultures and their roots. Case studies will illustrate the principles presented in the course. It fulfills the requirements for 3. - PSYCH 1: General Psychology, 3 Units
Introduction to the principal areas, problems, and concepts of psychology. This course is required for the major. - STAT 2: Introduction to Statistics, 4 Units
Population and variables. Standard measures of location, spread and association. Normal approximation. Regression. Probability and sampling. Interval estimation. Some standard significance tests.
Meeting Schedule
- ANTHRO 3AC: TR 11:00-12:30 PM; Discussion M 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- PSYCH 1: MF 2:00-3:00 PM; Discussion T 1:00-2:00 PM
- STAT 2: Online; Asynchronous; Discussion MW 10:00-11:00 AM
Major Prerequisites and L&S Breadth/General Requirements
| Course | Major Prerequisites | L&S Breadth/General Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| ANTHRO 3AC | Prerequisite for Psychology, Media Studies, Anthropology, can be a prereq for ISF | L&S Breadth: Social & Behavioral Sciences Requirement: American Cultures |
| PSYCH 1 | Prerequisite for Psychology, Media Studies, ISF | L&S Breadth: Social & Behavioral Sciences |
| STAT 2 |
Prerequisite for Global Studies, Psychology, Sociology, can satisfy prerequisite for Social Welfare, Legal Studies |
N/A |
