Bachelor's Degree in History
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Major: History
Hours: 120 (126 with certification)
Degree Description
The ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University Bachelor of Arts Degree in History allows you to discover trends and patterns as you explore historical development from pre-history to the present. This program will develop your skills in critical thinking, research, writing, argumentation and documentation.
Why Study History at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ?
The Bachelor of Arts Degree in History at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University offers you several options in terms of focus and an end result: you may choose the B.A. in History as a standalone program, or you may opt to add six hours for history or social studies teacher certification.
This degree can be a stepping stone into your graduate degree. Areas of study for graduate studies include history, historic preservation, law or political science.
Career Paths
You will graduate from this program with a sound foundation for a variety of careers and a range of job options including business analyst, archivist, broadcaster, campaign worker, consultant, congressional aide, editor, foreign service officer, foundation staffer, teacher and more.
Primary Careers
Historian, history teacher, social studies teacher
- Education
- Government
- Business
- Public service
- Public and private schools
- Colleges and universities
- Government agencies
- Non-profit organizations
- Political campaigns
- Lobbying organizations
Meet the Faculty
Rebecca Ard Boone, Ph.D.
Jeff Forret, Ph.D.Professor, Graduate Program Director
Mark Mengerink, Ph.D.Associate Professor