School of Professional Studies - William Jessup University

2010-2011
Bachelor of Arts
History
The History major at WJU is unique in that it not only reflects a traditional history curriculum found in the best Liberal Arts
institutions but also requires several courses, such as Literature & Culture and Political Economy, offered by the English and
Public Policy departments. Consequently, this makes for a stronger, better-rounded major. Reflecting WJU’s deep roots in
Evangelical Christianity, required courses in Early Church History and American Religious History add a further unique flavor to
the program. Students studying history at WJU will find themselves well prepared for graduate study in a number of related
disciplines in the Liberal Arts. Students planning on entering seminary will find in a WJU History major a suitable course of study
as well – particularly when considered along with the Bible and Theology classes required of all students. In conjunction with the
Teacher Education program, students should be well prepared for a single subject credential in History.
Students who graduate with a History major will be able to:
1. Demonstrate significant general knowledge in and understanding of history.
2. Engage in informed dialog with culture.
3. Evaluate the various cultural underpinnings and applications of the course of study.
4. Describe various philosophical approaches to the discipline and determine how those approaches fit in with current
approaches to other disciplines.
5. Undertake significant primary research in a historical subject and communicate the findings.
6. Think and write clearly and analytically.
7. Be prepared for graduate study in a variety of programs.
Students will also be able to, in conjunction with the Teacher Education program:
1. Demonstrate subject matter competency for a single subject credential in History.
2. Achieve an acceptable score on the Social Science CSET examination 114.
Foundational Degree Requirements
Foundational Studies 66 units
History Major 33 units
Free electives 29 units
Degree total 128 units
Transfer students refer to “General Education and Bible options for Transfer Students” for optional requirements under
Foundational Studies.
The following course is part of the requirements for this major and is recommended to fulfill General Education requirements or
as part of a student’s elective choices.
American History (Social Science) ......................................................... 3
History Major
Required General Education Courses
Western Civilization I (HIST221) ............................................................ 3
Western Civilization II (HIST222) ........................................................... 3
Introduction to Philosophy (PHIL271) .................................................... 3
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