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Bioarchaeology

Hone your scientific skills examining biological remains from archaeological sites 
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Students who have fulfilled the requirements for a single- or joint-major Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree in Archaeology may graduate with a Specialization in Bioarchaeology if they have successfully completed the following 4.0 credits:  

  • 2.0 ANTH credit consisting of: 
  • ANTH 2410H: Biological Anthropology: Darwin, Death, and Disease (Sc) 
  • ANTH-BIOL-FRSC 3404H: Human Osteology (Sc) 
  • ANTH-FRSC 3405H: Forensic Anthropology (Sc) 
  • ANTH 4430H: Advanced Skeletal Biology (Sc) 

2.0 ANTH credits from: 

  • ANTH 2123H: Archaeology II: Methods of Analysis (Sc) 
  • ANTH 2150H: Archaeological Science I: Introduction to Archaeological Science (Sc) 
  • ANTH 3151H: Lab Methods: Lithics and Bone (Sc) 
  • ANTH-BIOL-FRSC 3153H: Archaeological Science II: Ancient Biomolecules (Sc 
  • ANTH 3731H: Archaeozoology (Sc) 
  • ANTH 3460H: Biocultural Explorations of the Human Life Course (Sc) 
  • ANTH 3540H: Mortuary Archaeology (Sc) 
  • ANTH 4420H: Palaeopathology (Sc) 
  • ANTH 4500H: Advanced Archaeological Lab Methods (Sc) 

Degrees Offered:

  • B.A. (Honours)
  • B.Sc. (Honours)

Locations:

  • Peterborough

Degree:

  • Archaeology

Resume Boosters:

  • Hands-on experience studying real and cast biological materials from medical, modern, and archaeological contexts to hone your skills in the identification and scientific analysis of biological specimens  
  • Original research opportunities and practical lab experiences that develop your ability to work safely and effectively in a laboratory setting, manage and interpret scientific data
  • Build knowledge about the complex nature of society and how things like culture, ecology, and social organization influence biology
  • Diversify your skill set and increase your knowledge about the various methods, theories, materials, and types of analysis that can be used to study the past 
  • Hone your communication and research skills by disseminating and translating information gained through course readings, course work and original research into a variety of mediums for both a general and specialized audience 
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Career Paths:

Career Opportunities

  • Archaeologist 
  • Forensic Specialist 
  • Law Enforcement 
  • Archaeology Firm Associate 
  • Museum Curator 
  • Heritage Planner 
  • Heritage Management Consultant 
  • Field Technician 
  • Teacher

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Requirements:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
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Related Programs

  • Archaeology
  • Environmental Archaeology
  • Mediterranean Archaeology

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