Human Evolution
Anthropology · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Fall Or Winter, Even Year
Hard to catch. Runs in even-numbered years only, next in 2026. Miss it and the following chance is 2028.
ANTH-4308 prerequisites
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Description
This course examines the evolution of our species, from the earliest hominins to the appearance of anatomically modern humans. Emphasis is on the material evidence for human evolution, and in particular the fossil record. Topics include the environmental context of human evolution, the anatomical features of bipedalism, and the debates surrounding the origins of Anatomically Modern Homo sapiens: Occasional laboratory sessions enhance and expand upon the material presented in lectures. Additional in-depth work is required to receive credit at the 4000 level.
Requisite courses
ANTH-2300 or BANT-2300 or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Honours Form Required. Department Permission Required. Students may not hold credit for this course and ANTH-3308 | BANT-3308 | BANT-4308.
Cross-listed
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.