This seminar course will provide you with a theoretical foundation in the different areas of biological anthropology including bioarchaeology, human biology, human evolution and primatology. By writing papers, conducting seminar presentations and leading discussions on select topics you will develop in-depth knowledge of theories and the ability to critically analyse them in light of current research. The overall goal of the course is to help you evaluate your own research and the research of others in light of central theoretical issues in Biological Anthropology.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:1. Provide in-depth explanations of principal theories in one or more area of biological anthropology including bioarchaeology, human biology, human evolution and primatology;
2. Critically evaluate and analyse these theories in light of current research in Biological Anthropology;
3. Engage in meaningful discussions about the strengths and controversies of Biological Anthropology theories and how this relates to research issues; and
4. Effectively articulate ideas in written and oral formats.
Indicative Assessment
Research essays x 2, 2000 words each (25% each for a total of 50%) Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 4Presentations based on research essays x 2, 40 minutes each (20% each for a total of 40%) Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 4
Discussion participation (10%) Learning Outcome 3
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Workload
130 hours of total student learning time made up from:a) 24 hours seminars over 12 weeks
b) 106 hours of independent student research, reading and writing
Requisite and Incompatibility
You will need to contact the School of Archaeology and Anthropology to request a permission code to enrol in this course.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $4680 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $6720 |
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First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2850 | 17 Feb 2025 | 24 Feb 2025 | 31 Mar 2025 | 23 May 2025 | In Person | View |