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ANTH 493

Analytical Methods and Research Design in Anthropology

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelUpper Division
Average gradeB-
Standard

Overview

Description

Logic and methods of research in anthropology, particularly systematic conceptualization and application of quantitative and qualitative data gathering and analysis.

Requirements

Prerequisites

ANTH 202
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

Prerequisite(s): ANTH 202.

Units

Lecture3

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Offering

Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

Terms

spring

Core

CO14

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • develop their own research questions based on their understanding of previous research and on their understanding of what makes a good research question.
  • propose a senior thesis, MA Thesis or Dissertation-level line of research.
  • develop a sound sampling strategy and methodology for conducting the proposed research.
  • analyze and interpret archaeological data sets using applicable models and quantitative methods.
  • write, submit, present, and defend an NSF-style dissertation improvement or senior research grant proposal.