History & Literature

The History and Literature major provides students with a substantive understanding of the relationships between history and literature as interdependent academic disciplines. It emphasizes the methodologies and bibliographies of these disciplines with special reference to the main themes and trends in the development of modern institutions and ideas. It is also designed to take full advantage of the College’s European location. The major prepares students for graduate study in history, literature, inter-disciplinary programs in the humanities and the social sciences, European studies, law and all careers requiring a solid grounding in the written and oral skills that are at the heart of a liberal arts education.

CORE REQUIREMENTS (35+/- CREDITS)

The Intercultural Competencies and at least one of the International Engagement and/or Social Responsibility requirements may be fulfilled through courses in the major.

MAJOR REQUIREMENTS (51 CREDITS)

Introductory Courses (12 Credits)

History (12 Credits)

Four courses in History at or above the 200-level, of which at least one course must be at the 300-level.

Literature (12 Credits)

Four courses in Literature at or above the 200-level, of which at least one course must be at the 300-level.

Major Electives (12 Credits)

Four additional courses in either History or Literature at or above the 200-level.

Senior Thesis (3 Credits)

GENERAL ELECTIVES (39+/- CREDITS)

Complete courses in any academic discipline

Note: All Bachelor of Arts Degrees require a total of 125 credits consisting of Core, Major, and General Elective courses and requirements.  Credits required in the Core and General Electives part of the degree plan may vary depending on Core course selections.