BA in History in Memphis United States | University of Memphis

The History Department immerses students in the vast tapestry of human civilization, offering a comprehensive program that spans all key regions and eras while highlighting both shared human narratives and the variations shaped by cultural, social, and gender distinctions. Our program cultivates not just historical knowledge, but also an understanding of history as an academic field that utilizes diverse scholarly approaches to interpret the past. Students learn to engage like historians: critically examining primary and secondary materials, appreciating the nuances of historical debates and perspectives, and conducting original research to effectively communicate their findings. This comprehensive training equips history majors with crucial analytical abilities and knowledge, serving as valuable preparation for numerous careers while laying the groundwork for graduate studies. The Bachelor of Arts in History aims to achieve: (a) foundational understanding of major historical events, concepts, figures, movements, and eras; (b) recognition of diverse historical experiences across time and geography; (c) proficiency in identifying, assessing, and employing primary and secondary sources; (d) capacity to analyze contrasting historical viewpoints and research methods; (e) skills to thoroughly investigate topics using various sources and articulate well-supported historical arguments; (f) substantial satisfaction with the program's educational quality.