History, BA

The History major equips students for graduate study in history, the humanities, and secondary education. The History curriculum provides courses in two areas of study, American Studies and World Studies. Some requirements may be met through study abroad opportunities. (See the Education section for the Professional Methods Program for Single Subject Credential Students.)

Traditional Major Program Requirements (36 units)

Lower Division Requirements

Upper Division Requirements

American History Elective Requirement

Complete three (3) units from the following:

European History Elective Requirement

Complete three (3) units from the following:

World History Elective Requirement

Complete three (3) units from the following:

Upper Division Elective Requirements

Complete nine (9) additional upper division units in History.*

*Students may also apply the following to the upper division history elective requirement:

Optional Concentration in Holocaust Studies (12 units)

Complete twelve (12) units from the following:

The Holocaust studies concentration requires the completion of twelve (12) units beyond the major.