History
Study the past to understand the future.
Who are we? Where are we heading? A knowledge of the past provides us with clues on those crucial questions of life. Want to be a politician, corporate president, lawyer, judge, journalist, or professor? The logical starting point is being a history major, full of useful skill-building.
These skills include writing and presenting information; analyzing ideas, data and information; examining evidence including documents, texts and interviews; and seeing connections and making decisions and reflective judgments. What employer would gloss over those invaluable abilities? Beyond that, you’ll grow as a person, one who better understands the world we live in and how we got here.
About the History Program
Your future is bright as a history major at York College. The history major is solid preparation for graduate school, as well as careers in everything from law and finance to politics and business. Our graduates work for the Birmingham Public Library, the Census Bureau, High Point University, the Internal Revenue Service, the Pennsylvania Heritage Society and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund.
As a History major at York College, you'll develop high-demand skills such as writing and presenting information; analyzing ideas, data and information; examining evidence including documents, texts and interviews; and seeing connections and making decisions and reflective judgments. What employer would gloss over those invaluable abilities? Beyond that, you’ll grow as a person, one who better understands the world we live in and how we got here.
History Courses
Your class schedule will include core courses for your major, Gen Next general education classes, and electives.
| Course Name | Course Code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Public History | HIS 304 | 3 Credits |
| Museum Studies | HIS 303 | 3 Credits |
| American History from Civil War to Global Powers | HIS 112 | 3 Credits |
| The Black Death | HIS 402 | 3 Credits |
Careers in History
A bachelor’s degree in History opens up a variety of career opportunities. Some of your options may include:
Historian
Genealogist
Museum Educator
Cultural Resource Manager
Archaeologist
Historical Researcher
Build your dream career, one day at a time.
This is day one. From your first semester on campus through graduation day, York College offers expert advice, professional development opportunities, and personalized support to help you navigate the choices that influence your future.
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