History, AA (HIS.AA)

The Associate of Arts in History prepares students for transfer to a university Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in History or a related field. Students wishing to transfer to four-year institutions will have the academic foundation applicable to various career fields. This emphasis area allows a flexibility of courses allowing students to tailor coursework to meet the specific requirements of the institution to which they intend to transfer. Courses should be selected with the assistance of an advisor. For more information regarding the AA in History, see the History webpage.

For a course to be eligible for transfer, the student must receive a “C” or better. Acceptance of a transfer course is determined by the receiving institution. The Social and Behavioral Sciences and History Department at Mohave College requires that all courses taken to fulfill the required 26 hours in the major for the AA in History degree and all courses taken to fulfill AGEC equirements must be passed with a “C” or better in order to graduate with the degree.

It is the responsibility of each student to meet with their assigned academic advisor on a regular basis for course scheduling so that the requirements for the chosen degree plan are being met as well as specific coursework needed for transfer to a four-year program, if desired, can be incorporated.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the program students will be able to:

Identify factors and causes for an historical event and properly evaluate how it occurred. (1, 3, 4, 5)
Analyze the major economic, social, political, and cultural developments in history. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
Evaluate the experiences and conflicts of diverse groups of people throughout history. (1, 3, 4, 5)
Create historical generalizations supported by the study and understanding of evidence and sources. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)

Recommended Program Pathway

NOTE: Courses with an asterik (*) indicates the course is a program requirement.

First Semester: 16 credits

ENG 101 - English Composition I Credits: 3
MAT 151 - College Algebra Credits: 4
or any 4 credit course within the Quantitative Reasoning category of the AGEC
ANT 102 - Cultural Anthropology Credits: 3
or any 3 credit course within the Social & Behavioral Sciences category of the AGEC
HUM 150 - Humanities I - Gods, Myths, and Empires Credits: 3
or any 3 credit course within the Arts & Humanities category of the AGEC
HIS 131 - History of the United States I Credits: 3 *
Notes:
- Review your academic plan and confirm your course sequence with advisor.
- Ensure financial aid, payment options, and required forms are complete.
- Explore campus resources such as tutoring, student life, libraries, and career exploration tools.

Second Semester: 16 credits

ENG 102 - English Composition II Credits: 3
GLG 102 - Historical Geology with Lab Credits: 4
or AST 101 or any 4 credit course within the Natural Sciences category of the AGEC
SOC 131 - Introduction to Sociology Credits: 3
or any 3 credit course within the Social & Behavioral Sciences category of the AGEC
HIS 132 - History of the United States II Credits: 3 *
HIS 281 - Latin American History Credits: 3 *
Notes:
- Begin exploring career interests or transfer options related to your program of study. (If interested in transferring to another college or organization, start reviewing requirements and opportunities.)
- Use available academic success resources to strengthen study strategies and time management.
- Check your academic progress and adjust as needed to stay on track.

Third Semester: 15 credits

COM 151 - Public Speaking Credits: 3
or any 3 credit course within the Written and Oral Communication category of the AGEC
PHI 101 - Introduction to Philosophy Credits: 3
or any 3 credit course within the Arts & Humanities category of the AGEC
Any transferable elective course within the AGEC Credits: 3
HIS 135 - Western Civilization I Credits: 3 *
HIS 234 - History of the Indigenous Americas Credits: 3 *
Notes:
- Review progress toward graduation and confirm remaining requirements.
- Begin preparing application materials such as resumes, personal statements, or transfer documents.
- Track important application deadlines, testing requirements, or program prerequisites.

Fourth Semester: 15 credits

HUM 151 - Humanities II - Reason, Conquest, and Industry Credits: 3
or any 3 credit course within the Arts & Humanities category of the AGEC
HIS 136 - Western Civilization II Credits: 3 *
HIS 137 - Twentieth Century World History Credits: 3 *
POS 120 - American National Government Credits: 3
Notes:
- Submit your graduation application and verify completion of eligibility.
- Finalize applications for transfer institutions, programs, or certifications, if applicable. (If planning to transfer, confirm all necessary materials and deadlines.)
- Confirm all financial obligations, forms, and holds are cleared.
- Celebrate your accomplishments and explore the next steps, including transfer, employment, or continuing education.