BSc in Social Science Teaching in Provo United States | Brigham Young University

History serves as a cornerstone of liberal arts, connecting the humanities and social sciences. Grasping historical concepts is fundamental to becoming a well-rounded individual. This makes history an excellent choice for students seeking a comprehensive foundation for careers in law, government, or business, or those pursuing a broad liberal arts education. It also provides valuable preparation for future educators. In recent years, the growing field of public history has highlighted the diverse applications of historical training. Many professionals in banking, law, corporate leadership, and public service now identify as public historians—individuals who leverage their historical analytical skills in non-academic settings while still valuing their historical education. Numerous job postings through BYU's Employment Office don't specify a major, creating opportunities for public historians to apply their specialized training in various professional environments.

This program fulfills Utah's educational prerequisites for obtaining professional licenses or certifications. Students aiming for licensure outside Utah should consult both BYU's academic advisement center and their target state's licensing board for specific requirements.
This major prepares students for public school teaching positions. Graduation requires meeting Utah State Office of Education licensing standards, available at https://www.schools.utah.gov/curr/licensing or through the Education Advisement Center (350 MCKB, 801-422-3426).
For majors declared after December 16, 2019, any required course grade below C won't count toward the teaching major/minor. Program participants must maintain a minimum 2.7 GPA for admission continuation and student teaching eligibility.