B.S. Degree in History/Pre-Law
63 hours
B.S. Degree in History/Pre-Law
This degree is designed as preparation for careers in public administration, civil service, or foreign service, typically after taking an appropriate graduate degree. It also provides a good background for graduate work in the areas studied and is an excellent preparation for law school.
An OC graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in History/Pre-Law will:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of American and European history.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of history and knowledge of basic research techniques, the use of documents, and the handling of evidence, as part of a Christian worldview.
- Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking through effective communication of independent research.
- Be able to apply Christian ethics to life situations.
- Be familiar with law school pedagogy and course work.
Student must complete a minimum of 126 hours including the major, core, and minor if required. Elective hours may be needed to reach 126 hours.
6 Hours western civilization
- HIST-2923 Perspectives in Western Civilization
and - Any European history course
6 Hours American history
- HIST-2213 History of the U.S. to 1877
- HIST-2223 History of the U.S. Since 1877
9 Hours research
- Both courses must be passed with a grade of C or better
- HIST-2123 Introduction to Historical Research
- HIST-2813 Data Analysis
- HIST-4733 Senior History Seminar
15 Hours 3000/4000 level
- It is recommended that these include both American and European history courses.
3 Hours history electives-2000 level or higher
6 Hours business chosen from
- ACCT-2113 Accounting Principles I
- BUSA-4213 Business Law
- ECON-2113 Macroeconomics
- ECON-2213 Microeconomics
18 Hours - Option A or Option B
Option A:
9 Hours political science
- POLS-2113 Introduction to American Government
- POLS-3313 Legal and Legislative Analysis
- POLS-4113 Constitutional Law
3 Hours political science chosen from
- POLS-3413 The Presidency and Congress
- POLS-3613 Political Parties and Interest Groups
- POLS-3713 State and Local Politics
6 Hours political science electives-2000 level or higher
Option B:
9 Hours political science
- POLS-2113 Introduction to American Government
- POLS-3313 Legal and Legislative Analysis
- POLS-4113 Constitutional Law
9 Hours literature in courses above ENGL-2213