BA in History in Boston United States | Boston University

History encompasses the entirety of human experience and enables us to engage creatively with bygone eras. Examining the past not only equips students to comprehend current times but also provides essential research and career competencies: assessing often conflicting or fragmentary evidence, developing reasonable explanations or viewpoints about that evidence, and articulating these interpretations clearly and convincingly. The History BA program readies graduates for professions in education, legal fields, corporate environments, publishing, and communications.

Educational Objectives
Acquire understanding of historical civilizations and grasp patterns of societal, governmental, economic, and cultural transformation, while recognizing how historical context enhances awareness of modern issues and progress.
Identify how diverse materials serve as historical proof and examine evidence's role in shaping historical narratives.
Appreciate the complexity of considering multiple viewpoints and judge the validity of differing historical analyses.
Perform investigations using original documents and scholarly works while determining their appropriate application.
Formulate compelling, fact-supported arguments about historical evolution and communicate them effectively through writing.