Students
Dive into the fascinating world of forensic science! The forensic anthropology programs at the University of Tennessee offer a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for careers in forensic science. From hands-on training in human osteology and crime scene analysis to advanced research opportunities in forensic methods, our programs emphasize practical skills and innovation. Whether you’re pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies, you’ll gain the expertise needed to excel in this dynamic and impactful field.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville offers three main areas of concentration within anthropology: Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, and Cultural Anthropology. Undergraduate students can also pursue a Forensic Anthropology concentration. In accordance with the aims and goals of forensic anthropology, the focus of our program is the application of skeletal biological techniques to the identification of decomposing and skeletal remains for law enforcement and medicolegal agencies and investigations.
Students entering our graduate program in biological anthropology should possess varied backgrounds and are encouraged to build upon those strengths. Anthropology encompasses many ancillary fields of science, and students are expected to develop other areas of expertise (i.e. microscopy, chemistry, anatomy). Students are required to demonstrate proficiency in statistics and related areas of anthropology. Our program is highly research-oriented, and our students are expected to initiate and conduct research for presentation and publication.
Undergraduate Students
