The Kentucky Wesleyan College History Program strives to educate students so that they understand and appreciate the historical context of the human experience, to think critically and to communicate effectively. History graduates will be prepared for entry into graduate school, teaching (in conjunction with the education program), and careers related to the field of history.
Offerings include a Bachelor of Science degree, and a minor.
Requirements for Bachelor of Science Degree in History
45 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- HIST 101 – History of World Civilization I (3)
- HIST 102 – History of World Civilization II (3)
- HIST 111 – Survey of American History I (3)
- HIST 112 – Survey of American History II (3)
- HIST 200 – Historical Methods (3)
- HIST 400 – Senior Seminar (3)
Electives
Students must take nine (9) semester credit hours in History and nine (9) semester credit hours in Political Science.
Supporting Requirements
- ECON 231 or ECON 232 – Principles of Microeconomics or Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
- GEOG 101 – Introduction to Human Geography
- SOC 100 – Principles of Sociology
History Minor
21 Semester Credit Hours
Requirements for History Minor
- HIST 101 – History of World Civilization I (3)
- HIST 102 – History of World Civilization II (3)
- HIST 111 – Survey of American History I (3)
- HIST 112 – Survey of American History II (3)
Students must take nine (9) elective hours in History.