History Department
History occupies a focal point in Humanities and Social Sciences. It develops the skills of sifting and weighing evidence, recognizing bias and perspective, organizing material, thinking logically and creating a synthesis. These are all skills necessary for almost any career. Writing essays or related assignments for each course gives the student ample opportunity to develop and refine these skills. All History courses require essays and/or other extensive written assignments. Students should be aware that competence in written English is essential to success in History courses.
Students planning to major in History are advised to consult an academic advisor or attend a Douglas College Information Session. Students should plan first-and-second year courses with university transfer requirements in mind.
Department Website
For an overview of this program, including faculty listings and frequently asked questions plus other resources, visit the departmental website.
Career/Further Educational Opportunities
The direct application of History to employment is generally limited to the professional historian, history/social studies teacher, historical researcher and archivist. However, the study of History provides a valuable foundation for many careers including business, law, law enforcement, journalism, library and museum work, the civil service and politics.
Location
First- and second-year courses are offered at the New Westminster and Coquitlam campuses.
Intake Dates/Application Deadlines
**Application deadlines may be extended.
History courses are offered in all three semesters - Fall, Winter, and Summer.
Prerequisite Compliance
Students who are requesting transfer credit from other institutions or submitting high school transcripts from outside of BC to satisfy prerequisite compliance are required to apply and submit those documents no later than three months in advance of the intake.
Other Information
Library research is an integral part of every history course.
Credentials
History courses contribute to the Associate of Arts offered by Douglas College and to Arts and Education degrees offered by universities and university colleges.
Recommended Course Sequence
Students must take at least one first-year Douglas College History course or equivalent before registering in a second-year Douglas College History course.