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Box 70672 Phone: (423) 439-4222
Web Address: www.etsu.edu/cas/history/hist.htm
History is the study of humans as revealed by the past. The study of history is an indispensable intellectual endeavor for students who desire to understand and appreciate the human condition in all its diversities as well as the historical process that has shaped their personal lives. The Department of History offers a wide array of courses in the history of Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the United States designed to acquaint students with the complexities of todays multicultural "global village" and to deepen their understanding of the events, opinions, ideas, and facts they will need to make informed political, social, and personal judgements throughout their lives. The study of history provides an appropriate background for almost any career. The history degree is particularly useful in preparation for professional and graduate studies, such as law and religion. The preprofessional historian can find a rewarding career in teaching, archival work, museums, journalism, government, administration, and other occupations that call for a strong liberal arts background.
Major A student majoring in history must complete requirements for the B.A., B.S., or B.S./S.S. (social and behavioral sciences concentration.)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
History Major (HIST)
ETSU Academic Proficiency Requirements
Writing: Students must complete a minimum of four writing-intensive courses. At least two of these courses must be in the major field of study. At least two of the four courses must be at the 3000-4000 level.
Oral Communication: Students must complete a minimum of two oral communication-intensive courses. At least one of these courses must be in the major field of study.
Using Information Technology: Students must pass the information technology proficiency exam or successfully complete CSCI 1100, Using Information Technology, during their first calendar year or prior to accumulating 33 semester credits at ETSU. In addition, students must complete at least one using information technology-intensive course in the major field of study.
Transfer students may be subject to reduced number of intensives. See ETSU Academic Proficiency Requirements for details.
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TBR General Education Requirements |
41 Credit Hours |
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ENGL |
1010 |
Critical Reading and Expository Writing |
3 |
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ENGL |
1020 |
Critical Thinking and Argumentation |
3 |
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Communication: Oral Communication* |
3 |
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Mathematics* |
3 |
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8 |
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HIST |
2010 |
The United States to 1877 |
3 |
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HIST |
2020 |
The United States Since 1877 |
3 |
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Humanities/Fine Arts* |
9 |
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Social/Behavioral Sciences* |
6 |
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*See the General Education Core Requirements for options.
History Major Requirements ...................................................................................................33 Credit Hours
HIST 1110* & 1120 World Civilization...................................................................................................................................6
HIST 3410 Introduction to Historical Study..........................................................................................................3
HIST 3000-level courses (2)**..................................................................................................................................................6
HIST 4000-level courses (5)**................................................................................................................................................15
One course at either the 3000 or 4000 level**..........................................................................................................................3
*Satisfies TBR General Education Core Requirement
**Of the 24 credit hours taken at the 3000 and 4000 levels, at least 6 hours must be taken in each of the general areas of United States, European, and World History.
B.A. Requirements......................................................................................................................6 Credit Hours
Select MATH 1530, 1820, 1840, or 1910......................................................................................................................................*
Two courses of a single language at or above the 2000 level.....................................................................................................6
Minor...................................................................................................................................18 - 27 Credit Hours
Electives...............................................................................................................................16 - 25 Credit Hours
Total Hours Required for Degree.............................................................................................120 Credit Hours
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
History Major (HIST)
ETSU Academic Proficiency Requirements
Writing: Students must complete a minimum of four writing-intensive courses. At least two of these courses must be in the major field of study. At least two of the four courses must be at the 3000-4000 level.
Oral Communication: Students must complete a minimum of two oral communication-intensive courses. At least one of these courses must be in the major field of study.
Using Information Technology: Students must pass the information technology proficiency exam or successfully complete CSCI 1100, Using Information Technology, during their first calendar year or prior to accumulating 33 semester credits at ETSU. In addition, students must complete at least one using information technology-intensive course in the major field of study.
Transfer students may be subject to reduced number of intensives. See ETSU Academic Proficiency Requirements for details.
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TBR General Education Requirements |
41 Credit Hours |
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ENGL |
1010 |
Critical Reading and Expository Writing |
3 |
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ENGL |
1020 |
Critical Thinking and Argumentation |
3 |
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Communication: Oral Communication* |
3 |
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Mathematics* |
3 |
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| Natural Sciences* |
8 |
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HIST |
2010 |
The United States to 1877 |
3 |
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HIST |
2020 |
The United States Since 1877 |
3 |
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Humanities/Fine Arts* |
9 |
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Social/Behavioral Sciences* |
6 |
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*See the General Education Core Requirements for options.
History Major Requirements ...................................................................................................33 Credit Hours
HIST 1110* & 1120 World Civilization...................................................................................................................................6
HIST 3410 Introduction to Historical Study..........................................................................................................3
HIST 3000-level courses (2)**..................................................................................................................................................6
HIST 4000-level courses (5)**................................................................................................................................................15
One course at either the 3000 or 4000 level**..........................................................................................................................3
*Satisfies TBR General Education Core Requirement
**Of the 24 credit hours taken at the 3000 and 4000 levels, at least 6 hours must be taken in each of the general areas of United States, European, and World History.
B.S. Requirements......................................................................................................................8 Credit Hours
Select MATH 1850 or 1910, including experience in the differential and integral calculus..................................................*
Two courses of a single laboratory in addition to General Education Core Natural Science..................................................8
Minor...................................................................................................................................18 - 27 Credit Hours
Electives...............................................................................................................................10 - 23 Credit Hours
Total Hours Required for Degree.............................................................................................120 Credit Hours
Minor - A minor in history requires completion of a minimum of 21 credit hours of study, including the following:
HIST 1110 & 1120 World Civilization...................................................................................................................................6
HIST 4000-level courses (3)*..................................................................................................................................................9
HIST 3000- or 4000-level courses (2)*.................................................................................................................................6
*Of the 15 credit hours taken at then 3000 or 4000 levels, at least 3 credits must be taken in each of the general areas of the United States, European, and World History.
Transfer Students Transfer students must meet the specific requirements for the history major or minor. Regardless of the number of credits in history they transfer, they must take a minimum of two 3000-level courses and three 4000-level courses for the major, or one 3000-level course and two 4000-level courses for the minor. Transfer students must maintain a minimum average of "C" in courses taken in the department.
Teacher Education Students interested in pursuing a teacher education program for certification as a history teacher in grades 7-12 are asked to see the subject area advisor in the Department of History AND the professional advisor in the Office of Student Services, 321 Warf-Pickel, College of Education.
Pre-Teacher Education Declaration of Intent All ETSU students desiring to complete a teacher education or other public school licensure program (for initial licensure, add-on endorsement, or advanced study in education) must file a Declaration of Intent in the Office of Student Services, 321 Warf-Pickel Hall. The Declaration of Intent should be filed before 30 credit hours of coursework have been completed or, in the case of transfer and post-baccalaureate students, in the first semester at ETSU. Delay or failure to file the Declaration of Intent may result in incomplete advisement. Students who have not filed the Declaration of Intent will not be considered for admission to teacher education and may be ineligible to enroll in many professional education courses.
Professional Education Requirements There is a total of 36 credit hours required for Professional Education. Please refer to the Education Minor section on page 151 in this catalog for a list of the required courses that must be taken with the professional semester.
Graduate Study The Department of History offers graduate programs leading to a master of arts. Further information on graduate programs is contained in the Graduate Catalog.
