BA in History (Chattanooga campus) in Chattanooga United States | University of Tennessee, Knoxville

The History Department provides an undergraduate program culminating in a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. Completing a history major involves 39 credit hours of coursework, while a minor requires 18 credit hours. Faculty members teach courses covering American, European, Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and Latin American history. Through these courses, students explore important historical topics while developing transferable skills for diverse careers. The curriculum emphasizes critical analysis, effective communication, cross-cultural awareness, and global viewpoints - equipping graduates to navigate our interconnected world as engaged citizens. As a liberal arts field, history builds foundational knowledge applicable to numerous professions such as education, business, international affairs, government, legal studies, technology, information science, and cultural heritage management.