History Degrees Online

You must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C) on 4.0 scale. A course taken to fulfill requirements of the major must be completed with a grade of C or better, and the grade point average for all courses in the major must be C (2.0) or better.
A minimum of 36 credits must be in courses at the 300 and 400 levels, with at least half in the major area.
You must complete a minimum of 24 credits at Indiana University East, and at least 15 credits in the major must be completed at Indiana University East.
General Education (39 cr)
Composition & Communication (9)
ENG-W 131 Elementary Composition I
Choose one secondary Composition course:
ENG-W 132 Elementary Composition II
ENG-W 231 Professional Writing
ENG-W 270 Argumentative Writing
Choose one Communication course:
SPCH-S 121 Public Speaking
CMCL-C 223 Business Communication
College-level Mathematics (3)
Choose 1 MATH-M course at or above MATH-M110
Natural Science & Mathematics (9)
Choose one Natural Science with lab:
Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Astronomy, Biology, Physical Geography
Choose enough additional Natural Science or Mathematics courses to complete 9 credits
(The course used for the College-Level Mathematics requirement above may not be used for this requirement)
Humanities & Fine Arts (9)
Choose 9 credits from at least 2 of the following disciplines:
Fine Art, History, Philosophy, Religious Studies, English, Theater, Music, Foreign Language, Telecommunications.
(Only one studio course)
Behavioral & Social Sciences (9)
Choose 9 credits from at least 2 of the following disciplines:
Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Political Science, Social Geography (G110 and higher), Criminal Justice
Additional Requirements (18-20 cr)
First-Year Seminar (0-2)
Students entering the program with less than 12 credit hours of transferable credit are required to complete the First Year Seminar (UCOL-U 101).
Information Literacy (3)
CSCI-A110 Into to Computers & Computing (or equivalent)
World Languages & Cultures (12)

This requirement may be met by our World Language courses in one of the following ways:
Four courses in sequence in a single non-English language
Three non-English language courses (with at least two in sequence) and one culture course taught in English
Two courses in sequence in two different non-English languages (totaling 4 courses)
Two courses in seqeuence in one non-English language and two culture courses taught in English.
Senior Project (3)

Consult with your advisor.
Concentration Requirements (30 cr)

All students will choose a single focus (either U.S. History or European/World History) in addition to taking the general History courses.
General History Requirements (15)
HIST-H 217 The Nature of History
HIST-H 232 The World in the Twentieth Century
HIST-H 495 Undergraduate Readings in History
Choose one from:
HIST-H 105 American History I
HIST-H 106 American History II
Choose one from:
HIST-H 108 Perspective on World up to 1800
HIST-H 109 Perspective on World since 1800
Focus Requirement (15)

Choose one focus from:
U.S. History Focus
Choose 12 credits of additional U.S. History courses
Choose 1 European / World History course
European / World History Focus
Choose 12 credits of additional European / World History courses
Choose 1 U.S. History course

Minor Requirements (18 cr)
All courses must be completed with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
H217 The Nature of History (3)
Choose a US History Course
Choose a European History Course
Choose a World History Course
Choose 9 credit hours at the 300/400 level
Evaluation
A final essay is required to complete the minor. Please see your minor advisor for details.

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This course of study deals with the history of the Iranian civilization from the pre-historic millennia up to modern times. The events that happened across the political geography of Iran over such a long period of time are studied from social, cultural, religious, political, and economic perspectives. The students will learn about the ups and downs in the history of Iranian culture and civilization and also about its relationships with neighboring cavitations. At master’s level, the students will get involved in greater depth with the history of Muslim Iran through research work.

A minor in history consists of at least 21 hours of courses completed with a “C” or better from history courses. At least 12 semester hours must be at the 300-level. Students must complete HIST-111(3), 112(3), and 203(3).

Requirements - Teaching Certification:
If you desire to be certified to teach history at the secondary level (grades 6-12), you are ordinarily required to major in social science with a history concentration. See the program requirements under the social science major. You must also complete the Teacher Certification Program in Secondary Education which includes an education minor, described in the education section.

History is a vital part of any liberal arts education, providing students with a perspective of events that have shaped the contemporary world. The study of history also develops practical skills. At Benedictine University, history students learn how to conduct research, write clearly and persuasively, think logically, and read documents critically. Students completing the history program are well prepared to apply to professional schools, tackle advanced study in areas such as law, business, or history, and work in almost any career.
Courses in history are designed to:
1. Provide you with an opportunity to understand humanity by studying its experiences;
2. Encourage you to analyze the systems of ideas and institutions developed over the centuries; and
3. Offer you a historical perspective in dealing with contemporary social problems.
The program for majors in history is designed to:
1. Develop your understanding of western civilization, both European and American;
2. Provide you with an acquaintance with non-Western areas of the world;
3. Expose you to the richness and vigor of conflicting viewpoints on historical questions;
4. Develop critical skills of analysis, evaluation and synthesis;
5. Develop your research, organization and writing abilities; and
6. Develop your own personal philosophy of history.

Admission requirements
Diploma of pre-university education
State examination in Dutch as a Second Language (NT2)

Transfer to another Master’s programme in Arts
Each Bachelor’s degree programme of the Faculty of Arts consists of a major and three minors. The major is the core component of the study programme. In addition, in the second and third years of the Bachelor’s degree programme, you choose a total of three minors of each 20 EC (combinations of optional related subjects). By means of a specific composition of your minors, you can often obtain admission to another Master’s programme in Arts. Consult the student adviser if you want to know what opportunities there are.

Specializations
Medieval Art History
Art History of the Early-Modern Period
Art History of the Modern Period
Classical Archaeology
Provincial Roman Archaeology

HY 101 History of Western Civilization
Description: This is a survey course designed to present a concise view of the significant and relevant experiences of western civilization. Emphasis is placed on the major events, institutions, ideas and creative works that have shaped western civilization.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 111 United States History I
Description: The social, political, and economic growth of the United States from 1620s to the Civil War is stressed. After a view of the colonial settlements, particular attention is devoted to the outbreak of the Revolutionary War, the framing of the Constitution, the struggle between Hamilton and Jefferson, the War of 1812, Jacksonian Democracy, the beginning of industrialization, the causes of the Civil War, and the problems of the Reconstruction Era.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 112 United States History I I
Description: Late nineteenth and early twentieth century social and economic history is examined against a background of the increased nationalism and the rapid industrialization accompanying and following the Civil War and Reconstruction Periods. The Agrarian revolt, the emergence of the country as a first-rate power, the Progressive movement, the New Deal and America’s part in the two World Wars are emphasized.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 201 The World of Islam
Description: This course examines the history, religious development, and current issues confronted by the people and governments of Islamic countries. Although the religion and its demographics encompass more than the geographic region known as the Middle East, a major focus of the course will be on this region which stretches from southern Asia to northeastern Africa. The genesis of modern civilization and today’s major monotheistic religions is to be found in this area, as are some of the world’s most pressing and perplexing political and religious issues.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 202 Cultural Immersion Experience
Description: Through this course, students obtain experiential knowledge of culture and history in many different ways that may include interaction with indigenous individuals and their language, song, dance, and food.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 210 World Geography
Description: This course is an in-depth study of world/human geography having as its basis the five themes of geography: location- the spot where a place is located; place- described by both physical location and human features; region-an area of the earth with one or more shared characteristics; movement-where, how and why people and ideas move; human & environment-how people and the environment affect each other. Each geographic area will be studied in terms of history, religion and geopolitical importance in space and time. Current events will be an integral part of the course as well as maps of all kinds. Mapping will be studied and skills for mapping will be explored and practiced.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 211 American National Government
Description: The course places in historical perspective the development, organization, and function of American national government. Emphasis is placed upon development of the United States Constitution, the governmental administrative system and the political socialization process essential to an understanding of the American political system.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 221 United States Social History
Description: An in-depth analysis of the United States social history from the Colonial period to the present period is examined. Particular attention is given to those nineteenth century social reform movements, as well as the broader institutional-corporate and governmental, cultural and intellectual forces, which have shaped twentieth century America.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 301 The 20th Century
Description: This course is a global history of the modern world: the world of the present century. It will benefit students of International Trade and Foreign Commerce, and those generally interested in contemporary history.
Prerequisites: EH112
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 321 United States Military History I
Description: This course will examine major military events, policies, and practices and their effects on the growth and development of the United States from its colonial period to the Civil War. It will treat the clash of cultures on the ever-moving American frontier and the causes and outbreak of the Revolutionary War. It explores in detail the War with Mexico, the evolution of military command and staff, the American Civil War, and subsequent conflicts in which war, is employed as an instrumentality of conflict resolution.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

HY 322 United States Military History I I
Description: This course will examine American military events, policies, and doctrines of the Twentieth Century and their effects on the growth and development of United States domestic and foreign policy. Looking at armed conflict as an instrument of policy, major events of the century will be critiqued including the world wars, the cold war era and the modern era which Samuel Huntington has characterized as a conflict of civilizations. Modern weaponry, strategy and tactics will be examined as well as changing military doctrine.
Prerequisites:
Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

Admission Requirements
Completion of first-year requirements, including History 1801E with a mark of at least 60%.
Module
9.0 courses:
3.0 courses in History at the 2200-2999 level.
1.0 course: History 3801E.
2.0 additional courses in History at the 3000 level.
3.0 additional courses in History, no more than 2.0 of which may be at the 2000-2199 level.
Enrolment in History 3801E and all 4000 level History courses is restricted to students who meet the progression requirements for the Honors BA. Students who do not meet these requirements must substitute another 3000 level course for History 3801E.

Admission Requirements
Completion of first-year requirements, including History 1801E with a mark of at least 60%.
Module
6.0 courses:
3.0 courses in History at the 2200-2999 level.
1.0 course: History 3801E.
1.0 additional course in History at the 3000 level.
1.0 course in History at the 4000 level.
Enrolment in History 3801E and all 4000 level History courses is restricted to students who meet the progression requirements for the Honors BA. Students who do not meet these requirements must substitute another 3000 level course for History 3801E and a second 3000 level course for the required 4000 level course.