PhD in History in Kent United States | Kent State University

The History Ph.D. program equips students for careers as academic scholars, university educators, and independent researchers in both private and public institutions.

Program Learning Objectives

Upon completing this program, graduates will demonstrate the ability to:

Critically evaluate secondary sources across diverse historical fields and engage constructively in scholarly discussions
Comprehend foundational texts and contemporary research within their specialized areas of study
Skillfully craft analytical book reviews, comparative essays, and historiographical works that synthesize multiple historical perspectives into coherent arguments
Develop independent assessments of historical scholarship and its place within broader historiographical contexts
Expertly interpret primary sources and combine them with secondary literature to formulate novel historical interpretations
Show proficiency in designing, researching, and composing various academic works including book reviews, annotated bibliographies, historiographical analyses, and seminar papers
Complete a publishable, book-length manuscript meeting professional academic standards