Arts Academic Plans

The following specializations are open to all students majoring in History.

Applied History Specialization

The Applied History Specialization explores practical, real-world uses for the past in society and the marketplace. The Applied History Specialization requires successful completion of four courses from the following:

• HIST 202, HIST 203, HIST 302, HIST 303, HIST 305

Global Interactions Specialization

The Global Interactions Specialization moves beyond borders to explore human interactions on a global scale. The Global Interactions Specialization requires successful completion of four courses from the following:

• HIST 201, HIST 268, HIST 271, HIST 275, HIST 389

International Relations Specialization

The International Relations Specialization requires successful completion of six courses:

• PSCI 281, PSCI 282
• three of HIST 220, HIST 230/PSCI 257, HIST 268, HIST 275, HIST 282, HIST 311, HIST 315, HIST 350, HIST 369/PSCI 369, HIST 389
• one of PSCI 402, PSCI 481, PSCI 482, PSCI 486, PSCI 487

Note

Students may request to have special topics courses, reading courses, or courses taken on academic exchange accepted to meet the International Relations requirements. For details, please consult the History academic advisor.  

Revolution, War, and Upheaval Specialization

The Revolution, War, and Upheaval Specialization examines the impact of conflict on the course of history. The Revolution, War, and Upheaval Specialization requires successful completion of four courses from the following:

• HIST 220, HIST 226, HIST 227, HIST 314, HIST 316