Bachelor of Arts in History Major Undergraduate Programme By Western New England University |TopUniversities

Bachelor of Arts in History Major

Starting Month

Jan-2000Starting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

History

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The study of history provides students with insight into the political, social, economic, and cultural forces that have shaped the modern world. The History program is designed to give students an introduction to world civilizations and to the history of the United States. Course offerings and distribution requirements ensure breadth of study by providing exposure to non-Western history as well as advanced courses in American and European history. Career Opportunities: Students who major in History can pursue a variety of careers. Our graduates have become teachers, researchers, and journalists. They work in libraries and government agencies including the diplomatic service. Others have found opportunities in business where the skills gained in the study of history (research, analysis, and writing) are valued. Many graduates attend law school or have pursued advanced degrees in history. Program Objectives: To provide students with a breadth of knowledge of the development of world civilizations. To give a solid introduction to the history of the United States. To expose students at an advanced level to the histories of Europe, the United States, and non-Western countries. To give students the research skills to work with primary and secondary sources. To give students the ability to construct and write a coherent, logical, and grammatical argument. To develop critical reading skills.

Programme overview

Main Subject

History

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The study of history provides students with insight into the political, social, economic, and cultural forces that have shaped the modern world. The History program is designed to give students an introduction to world civilizations and to the history of the United States. Course offerings and distribution requirements ensure breadth of study by providing exposure to non-Western history as well as advanced courses in American and European history. Career Opportunities: Students who major in History can pursue a variety of careers. Our graduates have become teachers, researchers, and journalists. They work in libraries and government agencies including the diplomatic service. Others have found opportunities in business where the skills gained in the study of history (research, analysis, and writing) are valued. Many graduates attend law school or have pursued advanced degrees in history. Program Objectives: To provide students with a breadth of knowledge of the development of world civilizations. To give a solid introduction to the history of the United States. To expose students at an advanced level to the histories of Europe, the United States, and non-Western countries. To give students the research skills to work with primary and secondary sources. To give students the ability to construct and write a coherent, logical, and grammatical argument. To develop critical reading skills.

Admission Requirements

79+
6+
Applicants must have the official secondary school transcript(s). Other English Language Requirements: STEPEIKEN: Pre-1 or Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) score of 53. Students can also submit proof of completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center, completion of the level 7 at the International Language Institute in Northampton, MA, or completion of level 6 at Embassy CES. SAT I or ACT scores can be substituted for any of these scores as well.

Jan-2000

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