Dr. Robert Losey

Professor

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Biography

Robert Losey is a professor in the University of Alberta's Anthropology Department. His research focuses on zooarchaeology, particularly human-animal relationships and the domestication processes of various species. Losey's work includes extensive field research in the northern Great Plains and Siberian Arctic, investigating the domestication of dogs, reindeer, and other animals. He has published in prominent journals on topics such as the evolution of canine diets, reindeer demographics, and ancient human-animal interactions. His recent studies encompass the archaeological findings of seal hunting practices in Holocene Siberia and the broader implications of animal domestication in prehistoric contexts. Losey completed his Bachelor of Science in anthropology at Kansas State University and earned both a Master's and a PhD in archaeology from the University of Oregon. Since joining the University of Alberta, he has progressed from an associate to a full professor and teaches various courses including Introduction to Archaeology and Zooarchaeology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Leading research and teaching in anthropology with a focus on zooarchaeology.

Courses

Anth 206: Introduction to Archaeology Anth 219: Introduction to World Prehistory Anth 303: History of Anthropological Archaeology Anth 480: Development of Anthropological Archaeology Anth 477/577: Northwest Coast Archaeology Anth 480/580: Zooarchaeology Anth 481: Development of Anthropological Archaeology Anth 484/584: Archaeology of Animals and Ritual Anth 484/584: Archaeology of Dogs Anth 486/586: Archaeology of Aquatic Adaptations Anth 486/586: People and Animals Anth 580: Great Plains Archaeology Anth 584: Modern Archaeological Theory Anth 584: Advanced Zooarchaeology

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management