ANTH 360 - World Prehistory

Credits: 5

This course focuses on an introduction to archaeological method and theory and a survey of world prehistory starting with the rise and evolution of human ancestors in eastern and southern Africa four million years ago. Next, an overview is provided of human migrations around the globe and the cultural developments associated with the transition from simple hunting and gathering bands to agriculture and complex city-states in the New and Old worlds. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

Prerequisites: ANTH 203