History is the study of change over time, encompassing a wide range of recorded human experiences. While every field of study has a history, the history discipline falls mainly within the humanities. A bachelor’s degree in history prepares students for careers in law, public service, foreign affairs, teaching, and similar fields that value critical thinking, research, and writing skills coupled with knowledge of history.
The two-year program listed below is designed to meet the requirements for an Associate of Arts in History from CNM and prepare a student to obtain a Bachelor of Arts in History at the University of New Mexico. Students planning to transfer to UNM should keep in mind that the UNM History Program offers four, regional concentrations of study: United States, Latin America, Europe, or Asia. Regardless of concentration, History majors at UNM must all complete the Western Civilization courses, which at CNM are numbered HIST 1101 and HIST 1102.
Students interested in transfer to UNM should consult the UNM History department advisor at (505) 277-2501. Students from CNM seeking a baccalaureate degree may also transfer to other institutions. Students should always refer to the catalog of their intended transfer institution for admission, program, course, and graduation requirements. College catalogs are generally available online. Students should also consult a faculty advisor and/or the CNM Academic Advising Center.
Recommended Sequence of Courses
Program Proficiencies and/or Prerequisites
Students must demonstrate proficiency in these areas either by placement exam, scores or specific course work.
This information is meant to serve as a general guide for students intending to major in History. Specific requirements for transfer will vary from school to school. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the four year transfer school to confirm specific admission and degree requirements.
*HIST 1101 and HIST 1102 can be taken in any order (do not need to be taken sequentially); HIST 1161 and HIST 1162 can be taken in any order (do not need to be taken sequentially).
** CNM students who plan to transfer to UNM and specialize in the United States should take HIST 1161 and HIST 1162, while those planning to specialize in Latin America should take HIST 1181 and HIST 1182.
Program Approved Electives
These courses transfer to UNM as History 220 “Studies in History.” While they do not transfer as required classes or history electives, they do count as general humanities electives and can benefit students who plan to take upper-division classes related to those topics of study.
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