History - Northwest University

History from Northwest University is a Campus Bachelor History degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. The major in History is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of and familiarity with the cultural, social, intellectual, political, economic and religious development of world civilizations. This foundation will enhance the student?s ability to understand and evaluate the historical origins of contemporary society and culture. The History major will provide a well-informed foundation for the pre-professional and future graduate student alike. The elective component in conjunction with personal advising allows students to target their specific future and intellectual goals. In addition to achieving the general goals of the University and the College of Arts & Sciences, completing this major provides learning opportunities which enable the student to: Gain an appreciation for intelligent engagements with past events and cultivate the ability to understand their pertinence to today?s social, political, religious, and cultural concerns. Develop an understanding of the implications of Christian Doctrine on history and historical thought. Compare and critique a multiplicity of historical epochs, social and political events, and cultural and religious world-views. Gain understanding of and appreciation for the historical development of ideas and cultivate the ability to relate that understanding to the current exploration of ideas. Enhance the student?s ability to read, research, reflect upon, analyze, critique, evaluate, and present orally and in writing, information and material of an historical nature. The attainment of these objectives will be measured by written exams as well as by oral and written assignments. View more details on Northwest University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related History courses.