A history BS that will prepare you not only to become a historian, but also to succeed in fields as diverse as business, education, government, journalism, law, and public service.The past will always shape the future as our understanding of who we are and what we value continues to evolve. The ability to reflect on history, examine the human condition, and critically analyze the past as a guide to the present and future is part of what it means to be human and to live in human communities. A degree in history not only encourages you to develop a lifelong passion for critical thinking, but also leads you to become a better local and global citizen, an effective communicator, an active participant in civil discourse, and an informed creator and consumer of media and technology. RIT’s history BS will equip you to understand the past and the means by which it shapes the present.Focus on acquiring content knowledge and mastering historical methodologies. Understanding content provides intricate expertise in eras, fields, and topics—all of which are not only important in their own right but also relevant to other disciplines that incorporate historical themes. A bachelor's in history enables you to conduct your own research–to collect, evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and interpret evidence and data.RIT’s BS in history is focused on building the technological expertise necessary to study and craft history in the digital age. These skills separate RIT’s BS in history graduates from history graduates at other institutions. As a result, you will learn to:Collect, organize, and critically appraise a variety of evidence and data (primary and secondary sources).Construct effective interpretations, arguments, and presentations based on the analysis of evidence and data.Manage projects based on research, analysis, and the communication of findings and results.Become well-prepared for graduate-level study in history or a related field, such as business, education, government, journalism, law, and public service.
