Want to learn and analyze the origin and evolution of the physical, social and cultural development of humans? Lansing Community College Anthropology students learn about diverse human cultures by studying their customs, values and social patterns. This highly transferable program leaves you with an associate degree and sets the groundwork understanding the human race.
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Degrees and Certificates Offered
Anthropology, AA
Overview
Anthropologists analyze the origin and evolution of the physical, social and cultural development of humans. We learn about various human cultures by studying their customs, values, and social patterns. How people once lived and what their cultures were like offer insights into modern life.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.
Applied Field Survey Methods, CC
Overview
The Applied Field Survey Methods Certificate of Completion is a focused course of study in the Anthropology program that is designed to introduce students to the methods used to collect and analyze data in hands-on field and lab settings. Students will be introduced to survey methods and principles used in archaeology, geography, geology, and geospatial science. Topics and skills emphasized are site mapping, controlled excavation, on-site documentation, artifact curation, and geospatial data analysis. This certificate includes a field internship at an active archaeological survey location.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Field Survey Methods and Analysis, CA
Overview
The Field Methods and Analysis certificate is an interdisciplinary course of study in the Anthropology, Geography, and Geospatial Technologies programs that provides individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to work professionally in field surveys, site evaluations, and data recoveries. Students will learn commonly used field methods, as well as current advances in field technology. Courses may be applied to the AA degree in Anthropology, the AS degree in Geography, the Geospatial Science Technician AAS, or the Social Science GA.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Contact Us
Anthropology Program
Social Science & Humanities Department
Arts & Sciences Building, A&S 2203
Phone: 517-483-1061
Social Sciences, GA
Overview
This degree is designed for students wishing to work in a field related to Social Sciences. Pathways included in this Career Community are Anthropology, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology. This degree includes a set of courses common to all majors and the majority of transfer institutions. Students beginning college in this degree program are encouraged to work with academic and program advisors throughout their first few semesters of study to determine their specific major area and transfer institution.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
Data source
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.