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History
A degree in History introduces students to intensive studies through specialized courses ranging from conspiracies to genealogy. With areas of focus in Western, American, world, and third-world history, students are prepared for graduate studies or for a career in a history-based field.
Along with the bachelor’s degree core curriculum, the degree in history requires a minimum of 36 semester hours in a student’s major field of study; at least 24 hours must be completed in upper-level courses.
Professors and faculty work with students in lecture-based courses with encouraged discussion. Students seeking a history degree will take classes that fulfill their academic goals, such as: World Civilization, United States History, and Historical Methods and Philosophy, along with several others.
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History B.A. and B.S
Career Opportunities
- Museum Curator
- Litigation Support
- Information Manager
Sample Courses
- HIST 1303 - World Civilization to 1500
- HIST 3316 - British Empire
- HIST 4302 - The Age of Jefferson and Jackson
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History (grades 7 - 12) B.A. and B.S.
Career Opportunities
- Middle School Teacher
- High School Teacher
- Textbook Editor
Sample Courses
- HIST 2301 - United States History to 1877
- HIST 3303 - Texas History
- EDUC 4319 - Becoming an Effective Educator
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Social Studies Composite (grades 7-12), B.A. and B.S.
Career Opportunities
- Middle School Teacher
- High School Teacher
- Economist
Sample Courses
- HIST 1302 - Western Civilization Since 1648
- HIST 3301 - Historical Methods and Philosophy
- POLS 3307 - American Constitutional Law
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British Studies B.A.
Career Opportunities
- Documentary Editor
- Researcher
- Museum Curator
Sample Courses
- HIST 3300 - England to 1714
- ENGL 3321 - History of English Language
- HIST 3316 - British Empire
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Organizations
is the National Honor Society in History, which seeks to recognize scholastic excellence in the field of history. Members have the opportunity to present papers and participate in regional and state meetings.The Zeta Iota chapter of Phi Alpha Theta at Wayland Baptist University is the oldest chartered chapter in the region.
Membership is subject to the following qualifications: twelve semester hours of history, a GPA greater than 3.0 in history courses, and an overall GPA of 3.0
is an active chapter of the national honor society for education students.
Students take part in events such as workshops and conferences, books sales, and have access to grants and scholarships through the society.
To qualify, students must maintain a 3.0 GPA and be an education major.
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