Social Studies
Social Studies Degree Plans
BACHELOR OF ARTS -- HISTORY
The Bachelor's degree in History will assist students in the achievement of their academic career goals and life goals by providing a comprehensive understanding of history and related disciplines and research techniques.
Upon completion of this program students should be able to:
- Demonstrate in-depth understanding of the flow of world and American history.
- Demonstrate mastery of research techniques and resources used in the study of history.
- Engage in graduate work in subjects such as history, law, and other research-related majors.
- Prepare for work in fields such as government, archival work, advertising, and public relations.
Additional Program Stipulations
- All full-time students are to include one Bible, Theology, or Religion course each semester until degree requirements have been satisfied.
- First-year students enrolled full-time are to include GES 1112 in their first semester schedule.
- First-year students are to enroll in activity physical education courses each of their first two semesters at SAGU. Exceptions will be granted only with approval of the Division Chair.
- Veterans with at least 6 months of service may apply for and receive 4 hours of credit for physical education. Contact the Registrar's Office.
BACHELOR OF ARTS -- SECONDARY EDUCATION SOCIAL STUDIES
The Secondary Education degree in Social Studies is designed to prepare students for state certification and qualify them to teach the Social Studies in Christian, private, or public classrooms around the world.
Upon completion of this program students should be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in social studies content.
- Design and implement social studies instruction and assessment based on state curriculum guidelines.
- Demonstrate the ability to create positive, productive classroom environments utilizing formal and informal settings and appropriate classroom management strategies.
- Demonstrate knowledge of professional roles and responsibilities.
Additional Program Stipulations
- All students are to include one Bible, Theology, or Religion course each semester until degree requirements have been satisfied.
- First-year students enrolled full-time are to include GES1112 in their first semester program.
- Students must be approved to enter the Education program before taking any 4000 level EDU course.
This degree plan meets SBEC Secondary Education requirements grades 8-12, with certificates in Social Studies, and ACSI Elementary and Bible certification as well as ACTS Elementary Education Certification.