B.A. History Program Map
Secondary Education Concentration
This concentration offers a flexible degree for students who are considering a career in education. It has all the disciplinary knowledge of a traditional history degree while preparing students for teaching and certification.
BA History (Secondary Education) Data
60
Core Credit Hours
54
Major Credit Hours
6
Elective Credit Hours
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C: ENGL 1101
English Composition I |
3 |
|
M: MATH 1401
Elementary Statistics |
3 |
|
P: HIST 2111 OR 2112
US History |
3 |
|
S: HIST 1111 OR 1112
World History |
3 |
|
I: Institutional Priorities |
2 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101; Required to earn C or higher.
-
Complete Core IMPACTS Area M
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C: ENGL 1102
English Composition II |
3 |
|
F: HIST 2111 OR 2112
US History |
3 |
|
P: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
|
F: HIST 2302
The Historian’s Craft: Methodology |
3 |
|
T: Science + Lab |
4 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1102; Required to earn C or higher.
-
Complete Core IMPACTS Area C
-
Complete Core IMPACTS Area P
14 Fall Credit Hours + 16 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: HIST 1111 OR 1112
World History |
3 |
|
S: Social Science
Not HIST 1111 or 1112 |
3 |
|
A: Arts, Humanities, Ethics |
3 |
|
T: STEM Course |
3 |
|
I: Institutional Priorities |
3 |
Milestones:
-
Complete Core IMPACTS Area I
-
Complete Core IMPACTS Area S
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
SPED 3715
The Inclusive Classroom: Differentiating Instruction |
3 |
|
HIST Course
Any 3000/4000 level HIST course |
3 |
|
A: Arts, Humanities, Ethics |
3 |
|
F: Field of Study Course |
3 |
|
T: STEM Course |
3 |
Milestones:
-
Complete Core IMPACTS Area A
-
Complete Core IMPACTS Area T
Timeline Requirement:
- Take Educator Ethics 360 ($30 fee); Required for admission to Teacher Education
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
HIST 4474
History of Georgia |
3 |
|
HIST Course
Any 3000/4000 level HIST course |
3 |
|
HIST Course
Any 3000/4000 level HIST course |
3 |
|
MEDT 3401
Integrating Technology into the Classroom |
3 |
|
F: Field of Study Course |
3 |
|
F: Field of Study Course |
3 |
Milestones:
- Complete Georgia History
- Complete Core IMPACTS Field of Study
Timeline Requirement:
- Complete the Teacher Education Admissions Application; Required for progression. If not complete, you will be a year behind.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
HIST Course
Any 3000/4000 level HIST course |
3 |
|
HIST Course
Any 3000/4000 level HIST course |
3 |
|
HIST Course
Any 3000/4000 level HIST course |
3 |
|
HIST Course |
3 |
|
SEED 4271 + Lab
Instruction, Assessment, and Management in the Secondary Classroom + lab section |
3 |
|
General Elective |
3 |
Timeline Requirement:
- Take SEED 4271 + Lab (Instructional Assessment and Management)
18 Fall Credit Hours + 18 Spring Credit Hours = 36 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
HIST Course
Any 3000/4000 level HIST course |
3 |
|
HIST 4484
Senior Seminar |
3 |
|
SEED 4243 + Lab
Instructional Strategies for Secondary Social Studies Education Laboratory |
4 |
|
CEPD 4101
Educational Psychology |
3 |
|
General Elective |
2 |
Milestones:
-
Complete HIST 4484: Senior Seminar
-
Complete Major courses
-
Complete General Elective courses
Timeline Requirement:
- Take the GACE Content Exam
- Take SEED 4243 + Lab (Instructional Strategies for Social Studies Education)
- Take CEPD 4101 (Educational Psychology)
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
SEED 4286
Internship |
6 |
|
SEED 4298
Internship |
3 |
Milestone:
- Complete Secondary Ed Certification courses
Timeline Requirement:
- Take SEED 4286 (Student Teaching Internship)
- Take SEED 4298 (Internship Seminar)
- Make sure to have taken MEDT 3401 (Integrating Technology into the Curriculum)
15 Fall Credit Hours + 9 Spring Credit Hours = 24 Credit Hours
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Make sure to take your English and Math Courses right away.
- Try to take the additional History survey classes (1111, 1112, 2111, 2112) if possible.
Middle Years:
- Make sure to take History 2302 in your sophomore year.
- Take any remaining History survey classes as early as possible.
- Don’t put off those Foreign Language courses! Finish any remaining core classes.
- Don’t forget your Minor!
- Consider adding the embedded Undergraduate Certificate in Public History.
Last Year:
- Get Ready for History 4484! Start thinking of your topic as early as possible, consider expanding on a research paper you have done in a previous class.
- Consider taking History 4101 Professionalism in Public Practice and create a career path for yourself with an updated resume, writing sample, and Linked In profile.
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Join the History Club.
- Visit the Office of Undergraduate Research.
- Explore the various events, clubs, and organizations available on campus.
Middle Years:
- Attend UWG Scholars’ Day and consider submitting your own project or paper.
- Ask your professors about research assistant positions.
- Join Phi Alpha Theta, the History Honor Society.
- Check out the UWG Center for Public History’s archives and research assistant opportunities.
Last Year:
- Consider running for office in student government.
- Visit an exhibit at an area museum or historical center.
- Explore research opportunities with a History professor.
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Check out the education abroad office.
Middle Years:
- Consider a study abroad program. Check out students’ stories of their experiences.
Last Year:
- Assess your cultural competency.
- Consider working abroad and research visa regulations.
- Explore practices of creating more inclusive careers.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
- Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.
Middle Years:
- Take History 4486 Public History Internships for an internship with a museum, historical society, archives, state park, or national park.
- Consider a summer or part-time job.
- Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.
Last Year:
- Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest and explore career shadowing opportunities.
- Ask your professors about attending a professional or academic conference and funding opportunities.
- Apply to share your research at a conference presentation or poster session.
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Visit Health Services.
- Get fit! Visit URec to see all your options.
- Visit the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy.
Middle Years:
- Take a fitness class, climb the rock wall, or join an intramural team.
- Consider whether counseling is right for you: take a mental health screening.
Last Year:
- Explore a farmer’s market for fresh produce.
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan.
- Explore your loan repayment options and complete your exit counseling.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Complete a self-assessment to see what careers and majors are right for you.
- Visit Career Services.
- Create your profile on Handshake.
- Consider applying for an on-campus job.
Middle Year:
- Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
- Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
- Draft your personal statement.
- Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.
Last Year:
- Request references from professors and supervisors.
- Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
- Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
- Attend an interview workshop.
- Apply for graduate programs.
Career Information
Career Opportunities
This degree may help you get work as the following:
- Historian
- History Professor
- History Teacher: both middle and high school
- Lawyer
- Librarian
- Museum Archivist
- Park Ranger
- Reporter or Journalist
- Researcher
- Writer or Editor
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