Department: History

Code Name Description
HIST1301 U.S. History to 1865 A survey of the discovery and settlement of the thirteen colonies, the American Revolution, the founding of the Republic and the evolution of representative government, the causes of secession, and the Civil War.
HIST1301HS U.S. History to 1865 A survey of the discovery and settlement of the thirteen colonies, the American Revolution, the founding of the Republic and the evolution of representative government, the causes of secession, and the Civil War. Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer, Online....
HIST1302 U.S. History Since 1865 A survey of U.S. History from the reconstruction after the Civil War, the settlement of the West, the industrial and progressive movements, through the emergence of the United States as a world power to the present.
HIST1302HS U.S. History Since 1865 A survey of U.S. History from the reconstruction after the Civil War, the settlement of the West, the industrial and progressive movements, through the emergence of the United States as a world power to the present. Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer, Onli...
HIST2301 World Civilization I A study of the development of world civilization from the origin of man and the earliest known cultures through the Renaissance and the age of exploration and discovery.
HIST2301HS World Civilization I A study of the development of world civilization from the origin of man and the earliest known cultures through the Renaissance and the age of exploration and discovery. For Honors Scholar Academy students only.
HIST2302 World Civilization II A study of the development of world civilization from the Protestant Reformation era, through the Age of Enlightenment up to twentieth century thought and the modern technological revolution.
HIST2302HS World Civilization II A study of the development of world civilization from the Protestant Reformation era, through the Age of Enlightenment up to twentieth century thought and the modern technological revolution. Honors Scholar Academy
HIST3191 Independent Study in History Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
HIST3303 Internship in History A supervised field placement with an historical institution. This course provides the student with an opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of history in addition to earning credit. Placement may be in an academic, institutional, or...
HIST3305 Historiography and Historical Methods A study of 'the history of historical writing' - including the meaning and interpretation of history and the movements and schools of historical thought. Also included will be an introduction to the 'doing' of history including the methods, technique...
HIST3308 British History to 1603 A study of Britain from the Roman conquest to 1603 and the end of the Tudor Period, with emphasis on the English Reformation and the origins of colonization in the Americas.
HIST3309 British History Since 1603 A study of the accession of the Stuarts to the present, with emphasis placed on constitutional, political, and religious developments. Special emphasis will be placed on the Puritan Revolution and the Glorious Revolution.
HIST3312 His of Modern Europe to 1815 A study of the evolution of Modern Europe with special emphasis given to the Renaissance and Reformation and the political and intellectual developments of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, including the French Revolution.
HIST3313 Modern Europe since 1815 A study of the rise of liberalism and nationalism, as well as the rise of modern totalitarian dictatorships and the need for collective security.
HIST3393 Independent Study in History Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
HIST4190 Independent Study in History Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
HIST4303 European Church History A study of the history of the church from the New Testament era to the present. This study includes Christian thought, institutions, expansion, and the impact of Christianity on Western culture.
HIST4304 American Church History A study of American church history from its European background to the present. A general survey with particular attention to its indigenous characteristics: denominationalism, revivalism, sectarianism, social gospel, and American Christian thought.
HIST4305 American Culture and IntellectualHistory A study of the contribution of social and political thought, religion, science, scholarship, and education to the history of American civilization.
HIST4307 Twentieth Century America A study involving the major domestic and international events of the twentieth century with major emphasis on the proper relationship between these events and the social, economic, and religious patterns of the times. This course contains a field-bas...
HIST4308 American Diplomatic History A study of the events and personalities that have contributed to the development of American foreign policy since 1898 and a study of the factors and agencies involved in the formulation of American foreign policy.
HIST4309 Texas History A study of the social, economic, and political events in the history of Texas.
HIST4310 Foundations of the American Republic This course explores the interaction of people, events and institutions in the development of our democratic republic. The course will focus on the period between 1763 and 1800. The student will follow America's alienation from Britain, separation an...
HIST4311 Ancient History A survey of ancient history from the early Mesopotamian civilizations to the fall of Rome.
HIST4312 History of Free Market Thought This course explores and surveys some of the major thinkers and their ideas in the development of the classical school of economics. While the content focuses on free market thought, other economic theory will be addressed to introduce a comparative...
HIST4315 Topics in Latin American History A survey of Latin American history, economic, and political institutions. Topical offerings will include: Colonial period, Modern period, etc. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Grade replacement for special topics courses may only be...
HIST4319 The Renaissance and the Reformation Era A study of social, political, economic, and religious developments from the Renaissance through the Counter Reformation. Emphasis will be on the leading reformers and their theological views. Both the continental and English Reformation will be exami...
HIST4320 Medieval History A study of Western Civilization from the collapse of the Roman Empire to AD 1500 with emphasis upon social, cultural, political, and intellectual developments.
HIST4322 Baptist History A survey of Baptist history, including the origins of Baptists in England and America, key leaders, events, and movements in Baptist life in the seventeenth through twentieth centuries, and the work of Baptists in other parts of the world. The cours...
HIST4323 The Civil War and Reconstruction A study of the background and causes of secession and war, the military, political, economic and diplomatic aspects of the war, reconstruction, and postwar adjustments.
HIST4323 The American Civil War A study of the background and causes of secession and war, the military, political, economic and diplomatic aspects of the war.
HIST4340 Topics in U.S. History Studies on a selected topic in U.S. history. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Grade replacement for special topics courses may only be accomplished under special topics courses with the same topic and content.
HIST4351 History and Culture of East Asia This course will explore the historical background of China, Japan, and Korea, and analyze the East Asian culture and the current dynamics of social issues in these three countries.
HIST4352 History of East Asian Philosophy &Religion This course will explore the history of East Asian philosophy, religious beliefs, and practices from the area's prehistory to the present.
HIST4357 Understanding East AsianCivilization and Culture For students involved in cultural immersion, this course provides an exploration of basic components of local culture and the heritage of civilization of a designated host country in East Asia, including an appreciation for history, religion, festiva...
HIST4359 Travel Study in East Asia Discover the vibrant culture, history and society of East Asia, with a particular travel focus on one East Asian country. This travel study course introduces students to important cities, major historical sites, and different cultural regions. In add...
HIST4360 Understanding Japanese Society This course is a study of the fundamental sources that have shaped modern Japanese culture and society, including history, geography, arts, literature, religion and other traditional cultural practices. Based on an exploration of both visual and writ...
HIST4390 Independent Study in History Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
HIST4391 Independent Study in History Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
HIST4392 History of Russia This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST4393 Presidential Leadership - Leading inTurbulent Times This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST4394 The Leadership of Abraham Lincoln This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST4396 American Christianity, Civil Rights, andLeadership This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST4397 Revolutionary Power: Leadership in theLives of the Founding Fathers This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST5301 Western Church History A study of the history of the church from the New Testament era to the present giving special emphasis to developments in Europe and the West. This study includes Christian thought, philosophy, literature, institutions, expansion, and secular backgro...
HIST5302 History of Religion in America A study in the history of religion in America from its European background to the present. This study includes Christian thought, philosophy, literature, institutions, expansion, and secular backgrounds as they relate to the American experience. Spec...
HIST5303 Baptist History This course is a survey of Baptist history, including the origins of Baptists in England and America, key leaders, events, and movements in Baptist life in the seventeenth through twentieth centuries, and the work of Baptists in other parts of the wo...
HIST5304 American Diplomatic History An in-depth study of the personalities, issues, and events that have shaped American foreign policy since 1898. This study includes such issues as U.S. Relations with Latin America, U.S. involvement in the world wars, American involvement in Asia, an...
HIST5305 History of Texas A study of Texas history from discovery to the present. Special emphasis will be placed on the geography of Texas and the cultural, economic, political, and social institutions contributed by Spain. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-...
HIST5308 Medieval History A study of Western Civilization from the collapse of the Roman Empire to A.D. 1500 with emphasis on social, cultural, political, and intellectual developments. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course and includes specific grad...
HIST5312 Twentieth Century America A study of America and the world since 1900 based on the developing intellectual, cultural, and diplomatic realities. Among the elements of study will be the shift from utopian idealism to totalitarianism to international collectivism and the presupp...
HIST5354 Ancient Civilizations A study of ancient civilizations from the early Mesopotamian civilizations through the conquests of Alexander the Great to the fall of Rome. Special emphasis will be given to the political, social, religious, and intellectual development and history...
HIST5357 History of Reformation A study of the religious, social, political, and economic developments of the Reformation Era beginning with the background of the Renaissance period through the end of the Counter-Reformation and the origins of the Wars of Religion of the late sixte...
HIST5388 Foundations of the American Republic This course explores the interaction of people, events, and institutions in the development of our democratic republic. The course will focus on the period between 1763 and 1800. The student will follow America's alienation from Britain, separation...
HIST5390 Independent Study in History Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
HIST5391 Independent Study in History Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
HIST5392 History of Russia This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST5393 Independent Study in American HistorySpecial Topic Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
HIST5394 Independent Study in Hist Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
HIST5395 History of Free Market Ideas This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST5396 American Christianity, Civil Rights, andLeadership This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST5397 The Leadership of Abraham Lincoln This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST5398 Special Topics in History This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST5399 Revolutionary Power: Leadership in theLives of the Founding Fathers This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
HIST5490 Independent Study in History Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
HIST6305 Master's Thesis I This course involves a scholarly, researched treatment of a topic of interest to the student, guided by an advising professor in tutorial fashion. This process includes attending a seminar to help the student identify research questions, to choose th...
HIST6306 Master's Thesis II This course is a continuation of HIST 6305 and involves a scholarly, researched treatment of a topic of interest to the student, guided by an advising professor in tutorial fashion. This process involves synthesis of research and planning in HIST 630...