History Programs
No matter what your profession, the study of history will improve your ability to think strategically and analytically. From the classical world to current warfare, you will have the opportunity to examine aspects of military, U.S., and world history.
The Department of History and Philosophy offers a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in History. Students may also choose to have a concentration in History Education with Licensure. Select the link below to see the course requirements for each degree.
History: Concentration History Education with Licensure B.A.
History: Concentration History Education With Licensure B.S.
Master of Arts in History
The Department of History & Philosophy offers two options for pursuing a Master of Arts degree in History – a non-thesis option requiring 30 hours, and a thesis option requiring 36 hours. Both options require the student choose a Guided Elective Primary and a Secondary Field. The student must choose from three options for their fields – Military History, U.S. History, or World History.
The History program is offered through the APSU Clarksville Campus and admits for all terms. This degree may be completed online or on campus.
Students who pursue the History Minor can study US and non-US history. Upper-division history courses have a low student-to-faculty ratio, providing students with close interactions with their professors. History is key to understanding the human condition because historical knowledge is a fundamental element of any culture.
The Department of History and Philosophy requires 21 hours for the completion of a minor in History.
History Major Field Test
History Majors that are set to graduate will need to take the History Major Field Test. Please make sure that you have applied for graduation and that you meet all graduation requirements before taking the major field test. For more information, please contact the Department of History & Philosophy at 931-221-7919.