History Major

Graduates of the BA major in History will have the ability to:

• situate contemporary events in broader historical contexts
• explain changing social attitudes as the product of specific contexts and events
• recognize the ways in which knowledge is socially constructed and sanctioned
• evaluate information for its relevance and reliability
• articulate logical arguments based on relevant information
• identify multiple possible explanations for events
• interpret historical evidence carefully and assess for possible bias.

Athabasca University has developed program learning outcomes that describe the career options that may be available to you upon graduating. Students complete the program regulations in effect at the time of their enrolment.

Did you know? Athabasca University also offers:

• three-year BA History Concentration
• Minor in History (optional)

For specific degree requirements view each program page.

Requirements in addition to the general program requirements for the 4-year BA with Major:

Sept. 1, 2010 – Feb. 1, 2011 General Program Regulations

Feb. 2, 2011 – Aug. 31, 2011 General Program Regulations

1. 45 credits in designated History major courses including 30 senior (300/400) level credits (a minimum of 12, 400-level credits).
2. 6 junior (200) level credits in Canadian history (HIST 224, HIST 225(.
3. A minimum of 6 junior (200) level credits in European or world history (HIST 201, 202, 209, 210, 215, 216).
4. A minimum of 6 senior (300/400) level credits in European history (HIST 304, 327, 371, 372, 373, 374, 407, 470, 471, 472, 486, 499, and HUMN 309, 320, 321, and 421).
5. A minimum of 6 senior (300/400) level credits in North American history.
6. A minimum of 6 senior-level credits in the history of areas of the world other than North America or Europe.

Electives (15 credits)