The Associate of Arts in History (AA in History) is designed to provide foundational knowledge of western civilization, United States History, and the history of diverse groups, and to prepare students to transfer to a baccalaureate program in History. While the major is primarily dedicated to preparing students for transfer to a 4-year institution, an AA in History can prepare graduates for jobs as an archivist, curatorial assistant, library assistant, legal assistant, tour guide, or research assistant.
Major Core Requirements (12 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HIST004B | Western Civilization II: 1500 CE to Present | 3 units |
| HIST005A | World History: Prehistory to 1500 | 3 units |
| HIST017A | United States History | 3 units |
| Select one: HIST017B HIST017BH | United States History Honors United States History | 3 units 3 units |
Major Electives (6 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HIST004A | Western Civilization I: Prehistory to 1500 CE | 3 units |
| HIST005B | World History from 1500 | 3 units |
| HIST012 | African American History | 3 units |
| HIST014 | History of the Native North Americans | 3 units |
| HIST016 | Mexican-American History | 3 units |
| HIST020 | History and Geography of California | 3 units |
Total Major Units: 18 units
To be awarded an Associate Degree, a student must:
- Achieve a grade of “C” or better in the major requirements.
- Completion of WVC, CSU-Breadth, or IGETC General Education patterns. Students whose goal is to obtain a bachelor’s degree should complete the CSU-Breadth or IGETC General Education pattern.
- Complete additional degree applicable units to meet the minimum 60-unit Associate Degree requirements.