History Concentration - European History
Online Degree
From the ancient Greece and Rome and the Renaissance and Reformation, to the European conquest of the New World and Europe’s involvement in World War I and World War II, the European History online degree explores the multifaceted changes during that continent’s long history. With this examination of history through the prism of religion, politics, warfare and the arts, you will gain an in-depth knowledge of Europe’s past.
Enhance Your Skills
During course work for your European History online degree, gain liberal arts skills that apply to many careers. Acquire a valuable understanding of the world by reading, evaluating and discussing events that have influenced society. Develop critical-thinking and analysis skills of various viewpoints during European History online degree discussions and writing assignments. Learn how to develop, craft and present ideas and arguments that help you convince, persuade and educate. Use your European History online degree studies to practice your research skills as you learn proven techniques for pinpointing and analyzing information that helps you build support for your ideas and opinions.
Career Opportunities
Earning an European History online degree gives you skills that are valued in a variety of careers. You could teach or conduct research for the government, military or private sector. You could pursue graduate studies in education, history, law, business and other fields. After earning your European History online degree you could work as an analyst, campaign worker, communications specialist, consultant, editor, intelligence agent, journalist, lobbyist, political scientist or researcher. Graduates with a history degree, online or on campus, are qualified for careers that are growing at a faster rate than average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
European History Concentration Courses
Select three of the following:
HIS 220 Modern European History: 1890 - Present
HIS 240 World War I
HIS 241 World War II
HIS 314 European Conquest of New World
HIS 315 Russian/Soviet Society in the 20th Century
HIS 321 The Ancient World of Greece and Rome
HIS 374 The Renaissance and the Reformation
Required Core Courses
BA/BS Core (Required Courses may differ based on program)
School of Arts and Sciences Required Courses:
COM 212 Public Speaking
Select one of the following:
200-Level LIT
300-Level LIT
Select one of the following:
FAS 201 Introduction to Humanities I: Greece through the Renaissance
FAS 202 Introduction to Humanities II: Baroque through Modern
FAS 223 Appreciation and History of Music
FAS 342 Modernism
FAS 370 American Art
HIS 109 Western Civilization to 1500
HIS 110 Western Civilization since 1500
HIS 113 United States History I: 1607 to 1865
HIS 114 United States History II: 1865 to Present
HIS 340 Making History
HIS 460 History Research Seminar
HIS ELE Six History Electives 200- to 400-level*
* In consultation with an advisor and history department chair select six 200-400 level courses that focus on a particular theme, three of which must carry a history designation.
University Accreditation
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