Course Overview

The History program at the University of Texas at Austin offers a comprehensive exploration of human experiences across time and cultures. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, research, and analytical skills, enabling students to engage with primary sources and historiographical debates. Unique features include a wide range of specialized tracks such as American, European, Latin American, and African history, as well as opportunities for undergraduate research and honors programs.

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program are equipped for diverse career paths in education, public policy, law, journalism, and cultural heritage sectors. The skills developed—research, writing, and critical analysis—are highly transferable and valued in both public and private sectors.

Key Faculty and Staff

The department boasts renowned historians such as Dr. Jacqueline Jones, a specialist in American social history, and Dr. Jorge Cañizares-Esguerra, an expert in Latin American and Atlantic history, who contribute to the program’s academic rigor and reputation.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

Students have access to exceptional resources, including the Perry-Castañeda Library, one of the largest academic libraries in the region, and the Harry Ransom Center, which houses rare manuscripts and historical artifacts. The department also collaborates with local and national historical societies for internships and research opportunities.