History, B.A.

Computer Requirement:

To satisfy the computer requirement for the B.A. degree in History a student must successfully complete HST 290 .

Oral Communication Requirement:

To satisfy the oral communication requirement for the B.A. degree in History a student must successfully complete HST 290 .

Applied Learning Requirement:

To satisfy the applied learning requirement for a B.A. degree in History a student must successfully complete at least two research-intensive 400-level seminar/special topics courses. Individual conferences with faculty, independent research, and the production of a substantial piece of historical writing are required. Students are also encouraged to work with the faculty in designing independent study and research opportunities.

Requirements for a Major in History for the B.A. Degree:

Comprises 16 hours of core classes (HST 100-HST 199 and HST 290 ) and 24 hours of advanced classes (HST 200-HST 400).

Core Classes:

16 hours are required. All students must take HST 290 and choose 12 hours from HST 100-HST 199.

Core classes applied to the major must include:

1) At least one general survey course in each geographical area:

Advanced Classes:

24 hours in history at the 200-400 level are required. 18 hours must be 300-400 level. No more than 3 hours of HST 291. Must include at least 6 hours at the 400 seminar level (excluding HST 491 and HST 498). No more than 6 hours of HST 491 and HST 498 can be counted toward the major. Students completing departmental honors in history may apply 3 hours of HST 499 towards the 400 level seminar requirement.

Majors are required to complete at least one 200-400 level course treating each of the following areas: 1) Europe, 2) the United States, and, 3) Africa, Asia, Latin America, or the Middle East.

Total: 40 hours

Additional Information:

An overall “C” (2.00) average is required in all History courses applied toward the major, and a grade of “C-” or better is required in each course applied toward the major.