Social
Studies Credit Courses
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World Civilizations 6101 (SS) 10-12
1.0
The study of World Civilizations emphasizes the increasing interrelationships over time of the world’s peoples. This course examines
the interrelationships developed among major regions of the world: East Asia, South Asia, Southwest Asia (Middle East), Africa,
Europe, North America and Latin America. It also explores how interrelationships have developed within all aspects of human activity:
political, economic, social, philosophical and religious, scientific and technological, and artistic. This course is a core requirement for
graduation.
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World Civilizations H 6102 (SS) 10-12
1.0
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
This course focuses on the history of diverse people and cultures of the world. The course analyzes similarities and differences across
cultures in six spheres of human activity: social, scientific, economic, religious/philosophical, geographic, and political. A minimum of
two regions, one being Western European history, must be covered in one semester. This is a college preparatory, intensive writing
course that emphasizes in-depth and independent study of topics in world history. Teacher recommendation and SAT scores are often
used as criteria for admission. This course fulfills the core requirement for graduation.
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European History
AP 6103 (SS) 10-12 1.0
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
Fee: $82 AP test
This college-level course in European history is intended for the above average history student. Emphasis is placed on advanced
study, research, and analytical skills. The course covers European history from 1450 C.E. to the present and focuses on intellectualcultural,
political-diplomatic, and social-economic history. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the AP
exam. This course fulfills the core requirement for graduation.
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United States History 6111 (SS) 11
1.0
Understanding United States history is essential for the continuation of our democratic society. This course will help students make
connections between their world and the rich heritage of United States history. The course is designed as a survey of American history
with an emphasis on post-Reconstruction American (1876-Present), but should include a review of the earlier period. This course is a
core requirement for graduation.
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United States History AP 6113 (SS)
11-12 1.0
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
Fee: $82 AP test
This course is a college-level course in American history from the period of the first European explorations of the Americas to the
present. The course emphasizes political institutions and behavior, public policy, social and economic change, diplomacy and human
relations, and cultural and intellectual developments. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the AP exam.
This course fulfills the core requirement for graduation.
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U.S. Government & Citizenship
6128 (Sr. SS) 12 .5
The goal of this course is to foster informed, responsible participation in public life. Knowing how to be a good citizen is essential to the
preservation and improvement of United States democracy. Upon completion of this course, the student will understand the major
ideas, protections, privileges, structures, and economic systems that affect the life of a citizen in the United States political system.
This course is recommended for seniors due to their proximity to voting and draft age.
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Political Science AP (Government & Politics: Comparative AP) 6125
(E, Sr. SS) 11-12 1.0
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
Fee: $82 AP test
This college-level course is an introduction to comparative politics: the sources of public authority and political power; society and
politics; citizen and state; political framework; and political change. Five countries form the core of this course: France, Great Britain,
China, Russia/the former Soviet Union, and one of the following: India, Mexico, or Nigeria. University credit can be earned with a
successful performance on the AP exam
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POLS1100/US Government
& Politics 6150 (Sr. SS) 12 1.0
Prerequisite: minimum 3.0 GPA
Fee: Cost of College Textbook
This is a Utah State University EDNET only course. Political Science:
Focuses on United States government and politics, constitution, political
parties and elections, interest groups, courts, civil rights and liberties.
It meets the USU Americanization requirement.
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