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History: Teaching Emphasis - BA

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History, Cultures & IdeasUndergraduateBA

Program Overview

Program Requirements

Minimum University Requirements

Suggested Degree Maps

Program Learning Outcomes

Total Credits Required In Program Coursework

36 + STEP (35 credits)

Total Credits Required To Earn This Credential

120
Completion requirement

Complete the following course requirements in sections A, B, C, D, and E with a grade of C or better in each class, for a total of 21 credits.

Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:
Complete at least 1 of the following Courses:
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Complete ALL of the following Courses:
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Complete ALL of the following Courses:

NOTE:

course American History cannot be applied toward requirements for the history major or minor.

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Complete ALL of the following Courses:
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Complete at least 1 of the following Courses:

Students will complete two required methods courses (course and course), and they must earn a C+ grade or better in each class to earn credit toward the major.

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Earn at least 9 credits

Students take their remaining 9 credits in 3000- and 4000-level history courses (with a grade of C or better in each class). The upper-division classes provide a more focused, detailed and rigorous examination of historical periods and times.

Any course with a HIST prefix at the 3000 level or above is acceptable as an elective. No more than 3 credits of course may be applied toward the major.

See the following for information about language course requirements:

To begin the admission process to the STEP, students should see their advisor at least two semesters before they begin Level I coursework. STEP admission deadlines are March 1 for Fall and October 1 for Spring. Please contact the College of Education for minimum grade requirements.

Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:
Complete ALL of the following Courses:

• Students must complete one methods course in history (course) and a methods course for their minor (see advisor for the appropriate course).

Complete the following as needed:

Total elective credit is determined by General Education courses taken, degree type selected, additional credits earned, and any additional math or other prerequisite courses needed. Please consult your  Academic Advisor for details.

Licensure Notification

This program typically leads to licensure and was designed to meet licensing qualifications in the state of Utah. If students wish to work in another state within the United States, they should review the qualifications for that state and the Education Licensure Compliance Table provided by School of Teacher Education and Leadership.

For more information, please contact the School of Teacher Education and Leadership at https://cehs.usu.edu/teal/.