History, A.A.

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The function of history courses is not merely to train professional historians, but also to explain the past for our time. It is the habit of history that gives us a deeper insight into our humanity by looking at the alternatives provided by others.

This program permits students to focus on history as a course of study for their associate of arts degree. The core provides students the basic coursework in the field while allowing them the flexibility to tailor their program to their individual needs. Students must successfully complete core courses with a “C” or better to meet program requirements. Students who are planning to transfer to a four-year program may need to have additional hours beyond the program requirements at Northwest College in order to transfer in as a junior. These students should consult with their advisor and the appropriate four-year college catalog.

General Education Requirements

Students should refer to the Graduation Requirements .

Total General Education Requirements: 26-28 credits

Core and Elective courses taken as part of completion of a degree program may also be used to meet General Education requirements where applicable. Please note that use of these courses to meet General Education requirements may reduce the number of hours required to complete a degree, however that number cannot be reduced below the institutional minimum of 60 credits.

Core Courses

HIST 1110 - Western Civilization I (3)
HIST 1120 - Western Civilization II (3)
HIST 1211 - US History to 1865 (3)
HIST 1221 - The United States from 1865 (3)

Total Core Courses: 12 Credits

Core Electives

Students must complete six credits from the following list of approved courses.

HIST 1251 - Wyoming History (3)
HIST 1280 - History of Montana (3)
HIST 1290 - History of U.S. West (3)
HIST 2039 - History of East Asia (3)
HIST 2080 - Holocaust (3)
HIST 2120 - Ancient Greece (3)
HIST 2125 - Ancient Civilizations (3)
HIST 2130 - Ancient Rome (3)
HIST 2290 - History of North American Indians (3)
HIST 2310 - American Women’s History (3)
HIST 2389 - History of Women and the American West (3)
HIST 2914 - The First World War (3)
HIST 2939 - The Second World War (3)

Total Core Electives: 6 Credits

General Electives

General electives selected in consultation with advisor.

Total General Electives: 14-16 Credits

Minimum Credits for Degree = 60 credits

History/Social Science Education

For secondary education, to facilitate transfer to a four-year college as a junior, students planning to become middle school or high school history/social studies teachers are encouraged to complete programs in both Secondary Education and in the subject(s) they plan to teach. Consult your advisor every semester when selecting courses.