Bachelor degrees in History, General: A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures; and applications to areas such as historic preservation, public policy, and records administration.
The department offers the major in history either as the basis of a
general liberal arts education or as preparation for advanced studies in such fields as history, journalism, law, public affairs or foreign service, and teaching. Students will acquire a body of material knowledge over a range of topics as well as develop their intellectual skills in effective communication and critical thinking. Study of a foreign language is required....
History majors, in consultation with their advisors, design a course of study
that combines a broad and meaningful distribution of historical subjects and methods
with a concentration that develops analytical skills. All History majors are required
to take nine courses. On of these must be History 99, taken normally in the junior
or senior year, preferably after completion of two or more other history courses.
Those majors who wish to write...
The study of history provides students not only with a basis of knowledge about the past, it also builds in students a range of skills in
research, critical thinking and writing. As part of a broad-based liberal arts curriculum, it prepares students for a range of careers in
teaching, business, politics, museums or archives. It also prepares students for graduate study in history or the law.
A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures; and applications to areas such as historic preservation, public policy, and records administration.
Since the present was forged in the past, the study of history is uniquely suited to enable us to comprehend and deal with the modern world. A major in history promotes critical thinking, data analysis, and communication skills. It also provides excellent preparation for careers in professional fields such as business, law, journalism, government, and education. In addition to a wide range of courses and the opportunity to undertake directed studies,...
Track 2: Russian Culture and Civilization (ten (10) one-semester courses)
one (1) course in Russian Civilization (usually SL 285 Russian Civilization and Culture)
two (2) courses in Russian language beyond the intermediate level
three (3) courses in Russian literature, including two survey courses for classical and modern Russian literature (usually SL222 and SL223)
five (5) electives from Russian and Slavic offerings, of which at least 3 must...
The thirty-five members of the Department of History at Boston University comprise a group of professional historians and teachers of history who are dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and the education of students. We are convinced that the study of the past not only prepares students for understanding the present but also enables them to acquire valuable skills that are applicable to many careers. The ability to criticize, organize, and synthesize...
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