Where Past and Present Collide
From climate change and ancient civilizations to social movements and visual culture, we look at patterns from the past to improve our futures.
History Department Events
Explore the Past, Shape the Future: Join the UC San Diego History Department for our sponsored events, featuring engaging discussions, thought-provoking lectures, and insightful perspectives on historical periods and events. Our department is committed to providing a platform for intellectual curiosity and community engagement.
History Department Sponsored Events
Welcome
I am delighted to welcome you to the Department of History. You are invited to join our community of scholars by enrolling in our courses, attending events or visiting our beautiful space in the Arts and Humanities Building. Whether in person or online, we hope to see you soon!
Read more from our faculty chair, Professor Luis Alvarez
Employment Opportunities
Join the History Department at UC San Diego and be part of a vibrant community of scholars dedicated to teaching and research excellence. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment and welcome applications from candidates who share this commitment.
For more information on our employment opportunities, please visit our Employment Opportunities page.
Meet Our Faculty
They are pattern seekers and questioners of convention. Their classrooms are full of lively discussions about topics that preoccupied people of the past which continue to be relevant today. Our faculty represent a broad range of expertise, from ancient to contemporary history, with diverse research interests spanning the globe.
Study History
Undergraduate
As a history major, choose from 16 different areas of emphasis. These include geographic regions across the globe; themes ranging from gender and sexuality to social change; and a pre-professional track that prepares you for a career in business, law and more. All students gain a deep view of the world with a foundation in research, writing and critical thinking.
Graduate
Join a vibrant scholarly community of peers who are pursuing doctoral and master’s studies in a variety of concentrations—including ancient history, East Asian history, European history, history of science, Latin American history, Middle Eastern history and U.S. history. Prospective students are encouraged to discover which of our faculty match their research interests.
Compelling Classes
The history of humanity is fascinating and complex. Our students explore the growth of social movements, response to the spread of infectious diseases, the nature of love and intimacy, the connection between sports and national pride, how music culture emerges, the history of climate change and more.
Enrollment is EASy
Are you having difficulty enrolling in a History course? Use the Enrollment Authorization System (EASy) to request permission to enroll.
Be A Part of History
Gifts of all levels contribute to the ability of our scholars to conduct innovative research across the globe and support the educational ambitions of our students.
