Career & Academic Pathways >> Social Science

Contact Information
Elias Kary (Department Chair)
(831) 646-4161
ekary@mpc.edu

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Program Overview

The Anthropology program examines human nature and tradition, human heritage, cultures past and present, and solutions to human problems. Courses introduce students to the fields of archaeology, biological anthropology, and cultural anthropology. Through diverse course offerings, the program prepares students to satisfy general education requirements and transfer into a four year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in anthropology or a related major.

Job Outlook

The research, communication, and critical thinking skills developed in anthropology prepare students for a variety of career opportunities by emphasizing human diversity. Anthropology graduates commonly gravitate toward the sectors of academia, business, community service, government, and museums. In addition to research-based careers in anthropology and archaeology, graduates can pursue jobs in any number of growth areas, from social work to market research and beyond.

Potential Careers

Anthropologists (may require additional training)*	$43,450 - $99,160
Social Workers (may require additional training)*	$32,810 - $108,430
Curators (may require additional training)*	$38,590 - $101,590
Archivists (may require additional training)*	$42,090 - $99,650
Management Analysts (may require additional training)*	$53,100 - $155,780

MPC Degrees and Certificates

Anthropology - Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T)

Year 1

FALL	UNITS	SPRING	UNITS
ENGL 1A	3	ENGL 2	3
MATH 16	4	ANTH 4	3
ANTH 2/2L	4	SOCI 1	3
Area 3	3	Area 3A	3
US-1 Course rec.		GWOS 4 rec.
UC Elective	1	UC Elective	3
LIBR 50 or PERS 10 rec.		US-2 & 3 Course rec.

Total Fall Units	15	Total Spring Units	15

Year 2

FALL	UNITS	SPRING	UNITS
Area 1C (CSU req. only)	3	Area 6 (UC req. only) or	5
ANTH 6	3	UC Elective
GEOL 2/2L	4	UC Elective	3
Area 3A or 3B 3	3	ANTH 8 rec.
HIST 7 rec.		UC Elective	3
UC Elective	3	ANTH Course rec.
ANTH Course rec.		UC Elective(s)	3

Total Fall Units	16	Total Spring Units	14

This is a suggested sequence of coursework and is one pathway for students to earn their degree/certificate. This is not an official educational plan. A counselor is able to assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. For more information about counseling and up-to-date program requirements, please visit www.mpc.edu/counseling.

Testimonials

Alisha Marie Ragland

The Anthropology program at MPC strengthened my critical thinking, communication, reading comprehension, writing, and argumentation skills, which have supported me throughout my academic career and in my current profession.