Welcome to The Department of General History

The Department of General History explores the political, social, economic, and cultural developments of European and American societies—grounded in the legacies of classical Greece, Rome, and Christian culture, as well as their interactions with the wider world. This broad scope allows for a deep examination of key historical processes across diverse eras and global contexts.

Guided by experienced historians, the department offers a varied curriculum designed to foster independent research skills, primary source literacy, and critical thinking. Students can choose to specialize in a specific era – such as Antiquity, the Middle Ages, or the Modern Era – or focus on thematic topics across multiple periods to gain a comprehensive, comparative understanding of the past.