Undergraduate Diploma in Social Sciences — History Online
History Program at WUV
Program Overview Why choose the History Undergraduate Diploma at WUV?
The History Undergraduate Diploma at Westerfield University of Virginia gives working professionals a fast, focused foundation in the events, forces, and civilizations that have shaped the modern world. Built from the core of our Bachelor's curriculum, it delivers the essential knowledge needed for advancement in education, research, and government-support roles without the time commitment of a full degree.
Skills you'll learn:
- Foundational political science literacy
- Foundations of sociology
- English rhetoric and communication
- Essentials of general psychology
- World history from ancient civilizations to the modern era
- Introduction to economics
Courses & Curriculum Core social sciences courses in this diploma
This 36-credit Undergraduate Diploma condenses the foundational social sciences curriculum from our Bachelor's program into 6 focused core courses, giving you targeted expertise without the time commitment of a full degree.
Core Courses
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Career Outlook What can you do with a History Undergraduate Diploma?
A History Undergraduate Diploma from WUV prepares you for research-driven and people-centered careers across education, government, museums, and policy:
- History Teacher — Teach history at secondary schools or community colleges, inspiring students with knowledge of the past.
- Museum Curator / Archivist — Preserve and interpret historical artifacts, documents, and collections for public access.
- Policy Research Analyst — Apply historical context to analyze current policy challenges for government or think tanks.
- Documentary Researcher — Research and verify historical facts for film, television, and digital media productions.
- Government / Public Service Officer — Bring historical and analytical skills to administrative, diplomatic, or public affairs roles.
- Graduate Program Applicant — Advance to a Master's in History, Public Policy, Library Science, or Law.