Archaeology
Archaeology is the study of the artifacts and other material remains of past human societies. Through this study the characteristics of past human technologies are revealed, as well as the time periods at which they existed. The archaeology program will focus on past cultures in two parts of the world: the North American Plains, and the Near East and adjacent Mediterranean regions. The application of natural science methodologies in the analysis of archaeological materials is an important part of archaeological research. For this reason, the Department offers both B.A. and B.Sc. programs. Students who plan to major in archaeology should consult the Head of the Department or the Undergraduate Advisor concerning their choice of courses.
Anthropology
Anthropology is the comprehensive study of human beings, past and present, in comparative, cross-cultural and holistic light. The Anthropology program at the University of Saskatchewan offers training that emphasizes the role of culture in human behaviour, and that exposes students to human evolutionary, environmental and language development and adaptation. The program demonstrates particular expertise in medical, environmental and applied anthropology, emphasizing Indigenous studies, globalization, the anthropology of gender, and psychological anthropology, with active research programs in local, international, urban, and Institutional contexts.
Recent News
Neufeld Releases Book Examining Civil Wars in Late Stuart England
posted June 12, 2013
Matthew Neufeld, a lecturer in the Department of History, recently released a new book, The Civil Wars After 1660 - Public Remembering In Late Stuart England.
The book, published by Boydell Press...
U of S students digging at Wanuskewin Park
posted May 23, 2013
U of S students digging at Wanuskewin Park
Students get field work experience at longest running archaeological site in North America
Reported by Justine...
Stories from a shipwreck
posted April 4, 2013
Stories from a shipwreck
By Kirk Sibbald
March 15, 2013, 10:55 am
In 1908, an ornate steam ship captained by a Scottish nobleman struck a pier on Saskatoon’s Traffic...
Pamela Downe wins Arts and Science Teaching Excellence Award!
posted February 27, 2013
"Pamela Downe won the award for the Division of Social Sciences. An associate professor and department head for archeology and anthropology, Downe’s research is primarily concerned with...
Upcoming Events
No event items available
