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University of Pittsburgh Bradford    
2020-2021 Bradford Campus Catalog 
    
 
  Mar 28, 2024
 
2020-2021 Bradford Campus Catalog [Archived Catalog]

History/Political Science, BA


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Contact: Dr. Helma de Vries-Jordan, Program Director

The history/political science major offers students a foundation in two disciplines that study the institutions, the processes, the people, and the ideas and cultures that have shaped the United States and other countries. The study of history and political science develops insight into current affairs and into the possibilities and limitations of individual and public action.

The major prepares students for careers in journalism, teaching, or government service and for graduate study in business, history, law, political science, or public administration.

Secondary teacher certification in social studies is available with the BA degree in history/political science.

Degree Requirements


Area Requirements in History


Two of the following courses:


Total additional credits in history: 15


Area Requirements in Political Science


Seven courses, including at least one course from each of the four sets of courses representing the four areas of study in political science, including at least two at the 1300/1400 level or above:

Total credits required for the major: 48


General Education Program Requirements and Electives-Variable


(See General Education Program  and General Requirements for the Bachelor’s Degree  under Academic Policies and Guidelines for further details.)

Please be advised


Please be advised that some programs or courses of study require that students complete rotations, fieldwork, internships/externships and/or teaching assignments at facilities external to the university, while other programs or courses of study may offer voluntary internships or externships at facilities external to the university. Depending on the program or course, such facilities will or may require a criminal background check, an act 33/34 clearance (if applicable), and perhaps a drug screen to determine participant qualification or eligibility. Additionally, in order to become licensed, many states will inquire as to whether the applicant has been convicted of a misdemeanor, a felony, or a felonious or illegal act associated with alcohol and/or substance abuse.

Suggested Course of Study


Credits: 30


Second Year


  • History courses - 6 Credits
  • Political science courses - 6 Credits
  • General education or elective courses - 18 Credits

Credits: 30


Third Year


  • History course - 3 Credits
  • Political science course - 3 Credits
  • General education or elective courses - 24 Credits

Credits: 30


Fourth Year


Credits: 30


Note:


Students seeking secondary teacher certification in social studies should meet with the director of teacher education each semester to plan out their course of study. Please refer to the section on Education Programs for further details.

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