Bachelor of Arts in History

Drexel University

Program Summary:
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History is an undergraduate program that explores historical events, cultures, and societies from ancient to modern times. It emphasizes critical thinking, research, and analytical skills to understand how historical developments shape the present and influence the future. Students examine political, social, economic, and cultural changes across regions and time periods.

Key Features:

• Curriculum: Includes courses in world history, regional histories, historical methods, historiography, and thematic topics such as war, revolutions, and social movements.
• Research and Analysis: Focuses on developing skills in critical analysis, argumentation, and effective communication through historical research projects and essays.
• Practical Experience: Opportunities for internships, archival research, and field studies to gain hands-on experience in historical investigation.
• Career Pathways: Graduates can pursue careers in education, museums, archives, journalism, law, public policy, and cultural preservation, or continue studies in graduate programs.