What classes should I take in college if I am interested in primatology?
As with picking a major (see answer to FAQ #1), your choice of course work will depend upon your particular interests in the field. Many students interested in primatology take anthropology, zoology/biology, psychology, or veterinary science classes. Other possible areas of course work include genetics, anatomy/physiology, pharmacology, ecology/conservation science, animal behavior, paleontology/geology, journalism/technical writing, or molecular biology. The classes you take should prepare you for the type of primatology job you are working towards. You can also investigate primatology programs at different universities and look at the classes required in the curriculum, as well as any prerequisites that are required for admission. Our Careers/Education Programs section has listings of both undergraduate and graduate programs in primatology. In general, a strong background in biological sciences and evolutionary biology is recommended to all students interested in the field. Statistic
