Bachelor of Science-History

The History program at Texas A&M University-Texarkana offers students the opportunity to study a variety of periods of history in order to gain specific knowledge of the topics in questions, but also to develop skills in analysis, communication, and problem-solving. 

The bachelor's degree program is designed to prepare students for a lifelong of learning as well as a wide variety of life paths, including post-graduate studies, teacher certification programs, professional schools, public service, and innumerable positions in the private sector. 

The Master of Science in History is a thirty-six (36 SCH) semester credit hour degree that is intended for students who are interested in developing a deeper understanding and appreciation for history.  It is especially valuable for those planning to study for a Ph.D., those wishing to teach at the university or community college level, and for secondary teachers wanting to increase their historical knowledge and ability to teach dual-credit and Advanced Placement courses.

Degree Requirements

Students should refer to their DegreeWorks degree audit in their Web for Students account for more information regarding their degree requirements.

General Education Requirements42
HIST 1301United States History I 73
HIST 1302United States History II 73
HIST 2321World Civilization I 73
HIST 2322World Civilization II 73
HIST 419American Social and Intellectual History 73
Select nine semester credit hours Upper-division United States History from the following: 9
Introduction to Public History
Colonial and Revolutionary America, 1492-1789
African American History
American Women's History
Sex, Swords, & Sorcery: The Medieval World in Anglo-American Film
The United States in the Twentieth Century
The Civil War and Reconstruction, 1850-1877
Introduction to Local and Regional History
Cultural History of Texas
Select nine semester credit hours Upper-division European History from the following:9
History of the Biblical World
Augustus Caesar to Charlemagne: Europe in the First Millennium
Castles, Cathedrals, and Dragons: The European Middle Ages
Dante, Machiavelli, and Luther: Renaissance and Reformation
History of Nazi Germany
Europe, 1920 to the Present
The World of King Arthur and Robin Hood
Select nine semester credit hours Upper Division World History from the following:9
Postcolonial Africa
Latin America-The Colonial Era
Modern Latin America
Voices of the Spanish Conquest in the Americas
The Culture and History of Mexico
Twentieth Century Asia
Upper-division History Electives6
Minor
Minimum 18 sch from minors listed in catalog18
Other Requirements
Electives (as needed to satisfy minimum degree requirements including 54 semester credit hours of Upper Division Coursework)
Minimum grade of "C" required in all major courses
Minimum Hours for Degree120

Note: A minimum of 45 upper division hours (300 and 400 level courses) are required for this degree. Resident credit totaling 25% of the hours is required for the degree.  A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in three areas for graduation:  Overall GPA, Institutional GPA, and Major GPA.  

Bachelor of Science-History 4 Year Plan

Students should refer to their DegreeWorks degree audit in their Web for Students account for more information regarding their degree requirements.

First Year

Fall Semester Credit Hours
ENGL 1301Composition I requires minimum grade of 'C', Satisfies Core Curriculum3
Mathematics Core Curriculum Requirement3
HIST 1301United States History I requires minimum grade of 'C', Satisfies Core Curriculum3
Creative Arts Core Curriculum Requirement3
HIST 2321World Civilization I requires minimum grade of 'C', Satisfies Core Curriculum3
IS 1100University Foundations mandatory for FTIC students only1
Fall Total Semester Credit Hours16
Spring Semester Credit Hours
ENGL 1302Composition II Satisfies Core Curriculum3
or ENGL 2311 Technical Writing & Communication
HIST 1302United States History II requires minimum grade of 'C', Satisfies Core Curriculum3
HIST 2322World Civilization II requires minimum grade of 'C', Satisfies Core Curriculum3
SPCH 1315Public Speaking Satisfies Core Curriculum3
or COMM 1307 Introduction to Mass Communication
or COMM 1311 Introduction to Communication Studies
Social and Behavioral Science Core Curriculum Requirement3
Spring Total Semester Credit Hours15
Total First Year Semester Credit Hours31

Second Year

Fall Semester Credit Hours
Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum Requirement3-4
PSCI 2305U.S. Government and Politics3
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Select one of the following European History Courses: requires minimum grade of 'C'3
History of the Biblical World
Augustus Caesar to Charlemagne: Europe in the First Millennium
Castles, Cathedrals, and Dragons: The European Middle Ages
Dante, Machiavelli, and Luther: Renaissance and Reformation
History of Nazi Germany
Europe, 1920 to the Present
The World of King Arthur and Robin Hood
Select one of the following U.S. History Courses: requires minimum grade of 'C'3
Introduction to Public History
Colonial and Revolutionary America, 1492-1789
African American History
American Women's History
Sex, Swords, & Sorcery: The Medieval World in Anglo-American Film
The United States in the Twentieth Century
The Civil War and Reconstruction, 1850-1877
Introduction to Local and Regional History
Cultural History of Texas
Fall Total Semester Credit Hours15-16
Spring Semester Credit Hours
Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum Requirement3-4
PSCI 2306State and Local Government3
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Select one of the following European History Courses: requires minimum grade of 'C'3
History of the Biblical World
Augustus Caesar to Charlemagne: Europe in the First Millennium
Castles, Cathedrals, and Dragons: The European Middle Ages
Dante, Machiavelli, and Luther: Renaissance and Reformation
History of Nazi Germany
Europe, 1920 to the Present
The World of King Arthur and Robin Hood
Select one of the following World Courses: requires minimum grade of 'C'3
Postcolonial Africa
Latin America-The Colonial Era
Modern Latin America
Voices of the Spanish Conquest in the Americas
The Culture and History of Mexico
Twentieth Century Asia
Spring Total Semester Credit Hours15-16
Total Second Year Semester Credit Hours30-32

 Third Year

Fall Semester Credit Hours
HIST 419American Social and Intellectual History requires minimum grade of 'C'3
Select one of the following U.S. History Courses: requires minimum grade of 'C'3
Introduction to Public History
Colonial and Revolutionary America, 1492-1789
African American History
American Women's History
Sex, Swords, & Sorcery: The Medieval World in Anglo-American Film
The United States in the Twentieth Century
The Civil War and Reconstruction, 1850-1877
Introduction to Local and Regional History
Cultural History of Texas
Select one of the following World History Courses: requires minimum grade of 'C'3
Postcolonial Africa
Latin America-The Colonial Era
Modern Latin America
Voices of the Spanish Conquest in the Americas
The Culture and History of Mexico
Twentieth Century Asia
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement 3
Fall Total Semester Credit Hours15
Spring Semester Credit Hours
Select one of the following U.S. History Courses: requires minimum grade of 'C'3
Introduction to Public History
Colonial and Revolutionary America, 1492-1789
African American History
American Women's History
Sex, Swords, & Sorcery: The Medieval World in Anglo-American Film
The United States in the Twentieth Century
The Civil War and Reconstruction, 1850-1877
Introduction to Local and Regional History
Cultural History of Texas
Select one of the following European History Courses: requires minimum grade of 'C'3
History of the Biblical World
Augustus Caesar to Charlemagne: Europe in the First Millennium
Castles, Cathedrals, and Dragons: The European Middle Ages
Dante, Machiavelli, and Luther: Renaissance and Reformation
History of Nazi Germany
The History of the Vietnam War through Narrative Film
Europe, 1920 to the Present
The World of King Arthur and Robin Hood
Select one of the following World History Courses: requires minimum grade of 'C'3
Postcolonial Africa
Latin America-The Colonial Era
Modern Latin America
Voices of the Spanish Conquest in the Americas
The Culture and History of Mexico
Twentieth Century Asia
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Spring Total Semester Credit Hours15
Total Third Year Semester Credit Hours30

Fourth Year

Fall Semester Credit Hours
Upper Division History Elective (300-400 level) requires minimum grade of 'C'3
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Upper Division History Elective (300-400 level) requires minimum grade of 'C'3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Fall Total Semester Credit Hours15
Spring Semester Credit Hours
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement 3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement 3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Spring Total Semester Credit Hours15
Total Fourth Year Semester Credit Hours30
Minimum Hours for Degree120

Note: All courses in Major require a minimum grade of 'C' or higher

Note: A minimum of 45 upper division hours (300 and 400 level courses) are required for this degree. Resident credit totaling 25% of the hours is required for the degree.  A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in three areas for graduation:  Overall GPA, Institutional GPA, and Major GPA.