PVC Pirates Pathways: History

Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T)

Description:
The Associate in Arts in History for Transfer Degree is designed to enable students to explore a broad understanding of the social, political, cultural and economic events and forces that have shaped our nation’s past, present and future.   In addition to studying the history of the United States, history majors will study other civilizations and cultures gaining a broader perspective and better understanding of the contemporary world.   Through a diverse curriculum, students learn to gather, synthesize, analyze and interpret historical evidence, building a strong foundation that prepares students to either transfer to a four-year college or succeed in numerous career paths, such as teaching, law, business administrators, journalism and public service. 

Career Info:
Students will learn how to collect and analyze historical evidence, interpret historical behavior and apply historical understanding. Possible careers include communication and writing (journalist, novelist), politics (diplomat/foreign service officer, policy advisor), social and public service (teacher, archivist, social worker, curator, librarian) and business (corporate historian, researcher, paralegal).   Here's some future career possibilities from the CA Career Zone. 

Transfer Info: 
An AA-T in History guarantee’s admissions to the CSU system, major/concentration in History and related majors.    Visit www.adegreewithaguarantee.com for more information on transfer by using the search tool to explore majors.See a Counselor for UC Pathways or AICCU.