B.A. in History
The study of human history is timeless. Unlock your understanding of current social, cultural, and political movements by evaluating the past. Cross boundaries of time and geography by studying our endlessly fascinating roots.
What you'll study
History challenges you to analyze the individuals, events, and forces that have shaped civilization. You'll acquire proven methods to interpret cultural influences in both western and world history, and you'll go deeper with advanced courses such as The Great Depression, History of American Immigration, and Vietnam.
How you'll learn more
Philosophies and cultures of the past come to life with the passionate faculty of the Department of Humanities and Politics. Gain hands-on experience with an internship in history, and delve into research during your Senior Seminar in History. As a history major, you’ll also explore courses in the humanities and performing and visual arts.
Where it can take you
Your skills in writing, research, debate, and analysis are top draws for employers in many fields. Continue into graduate studies in history, public policy, or law. Pursue a career as an educator, politician, analyst, journalist, or lobbyist in a school, museum, library, or political/social organization. The future belongs to those who understand the past.
The Bachelor of Arts degree requires at least 24 credits of coursework from the following disciplines: ARTS, DANC, FILM, HIST, HUMN, LITR, MUSC, PHIL, and THEA, as well as an intermediate degree of competency in a foreign language (generally, a minimum of 6 credits or another demonstration of competency).
The academic program and curriculum requirements listed on this page are from the NSU Undergraduate Student Catalog. Students are bound by policies and curricula published in the catalog in effect the semester they enter the university, unless an agreement is made with appropriate NSU administration officials allowing them to abide by policies published in a later catalog.