History
Associate in Arts DTA
Two-year Degree
90 Units
This pathway is designed to meet Associate in Arts degree requirements with a concentration in History. Completion of this degree opens doors to a variety of careers in sectors such as commerce, government, media, and nonprofit work. It also allows you to transfer into most bachelor’s degree programs in history with your first two-years of schooling completed.
History is about change and continuity over time and space. Historians gain an understanding of complex cause-and-effect relationships by gathering, organizing and evaluating historical sources from a variety of academic perspectives. During the course of your studies, you'll gain skills such as:
- Research capabilities
- Writing
- Logical and abstract reasoning
- The capacity to think in historical terms
Studying history will enrich your understanding of the world by deepening your knowledge of the past and by pushing you to ask new questions that provide insight into our own time. If you enjoy thinking historically, which entails asking not just what happened, but why it happened the way it did, then pursuing a history degree may be right for you.
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Program Information
The History pathway can lead to various career opportunities.
Examples include:
Career titles and data are supplied by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). For current employment and wage estimates, please visit O*NET OnLine.
A Bachelor's degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above.
Once you complete this Associate degree, additional education opportunities include:
- A bachelor’s degree in history, legal studies, or a related field at a four-year college or university.
- A Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at one of the Seattle Colleges.
South Seattle College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Graduates from South have also transferred to out-of-state institutions.
Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice.
South Seattle College offers several associate degrees designed for transfer students. Please review our transfer degrees page to find the degree requirements for your chosen pathway.
Units
The sample schedule and quarterly to-do list below will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The sample schedule assumes a fall quarter start and is constrained by 6 quarters, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level. Some classes listed may require a pre-requisite class. Some courses are offered in a variety of formats including online (e-learning), in-person, and hybrid. Available formats vary by quarter. Please work with your advisor to create a customized education plan that meets your goals.
Before you begin:
- Please visit the Steps to Enroll page for everything you need to do.
- Review the Academic Calendar for key enrollment dates.
- If you need help with the Steps to Enroll, please contact the Welcome Center.
- Research and apply for grants and scholarships. Visit the Benefits Hub.
Quarter 1, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition I | 5 |
| HIST& 146 | US History I: America Until 1791 | 5 |
| Any ENVS course | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 2, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 102 | Composition II | 5 |
| Any Natural World course | 5 | |
| HIST& 147 | US History II: The 1800s | 5 |
Quarter 3, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HIST& 148 | US History III | 5 |
| MATH& 107 or MATH& 146 | Choose a course | 5 |
| MUSC 170 | Music of Protest, Transgression, and Change | 5 |
Quarter 4, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 117 | Cannabis Chemistry | 5 |
| ECON& 201 or ECON& 202 | Choose a course | 5 |
| CMST& 220 | Public Speaking | 5 |
Quarter 5, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| POLS& 202 | United States Government | 5 |
| Visual, Literary and Perf Arts | 5 | |
| AME 201 or HIST& 214 | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 6, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| POLS& 203 | International Relations | 5 |
| Visual, Literary and Performing Arts | 5 | |
| Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
Program data from ctcLink:
- Academic Plan: LASDTAA
- Degree: AA-DTA
- Plan Transcript Description: Associate in Arts DTA
- Academic Plan Currently Offered: Yes
- Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP): 24.0101
New or Prospective Students: Please connect with the Welcome Center to discuss South’s program options and for help navigating the Steps to Enroll.
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Current Students: Please connect with Advising to create an education plan and discuss specific class offerings for your program.
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