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Module Content

Term 2 of the whole unit ANTH0008. A lecture-based course covering basic evolutionary biology as applied in biological anthropology, covering human ecology and adaptation, and human evolutionary history. This module combines weekly lectures with tutorials, where students discuss key readings linked to issues presented in the lectures, gain scientific comprehension skills, and learn how to communicate scientific findings in biological anthropology to the public.Ìý

Major topics covered by this module:Ìý

- Introduction to the key principals of Human Ecology to understand the intersections of physical, social, and biological landscapes. These principals are then used to explore the complexity of real-world issues such as climate change, poverty, and emerging diseases in the 21st century.Ìý

Overview of the key transitions undergone by humans during our evolutionary history as inferred from the fossil record. Familiarisation with the most important hominin species and their major physical and behavioural adaptations.

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Learning Outcomes

Employ a human ecological lens to explore intersections between physical, social, and biological systems, and use these approaches to unpack contemporary issues Ìý

Be aware of the evolutionary changes undergone by fossil humans, their spatial and temporal context, and the key debates in our evolutionary history. Ìý

Learn how to communicate biological anthropology topics to the public.Ìý

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Delivery Method

Weekly 2-hour lectures, supplemented with a 1-hour tutorial each week.

Additional Information

Boyd, R. & Silk, J. (2012-2021). How Humans Evolved. New York: Norton (6th edition onwards).

Any edition from 2012 is sufficient. Multiple copies of various editions are available in the library. If students do wish to purchase their own copy, second hand copies are available to purchase online, and may be available from 2nd/3rd year students.