History 499 - History Thesis Seminar

History Thesis Seminar

Spring
2026
01
4.00
Amherst College
HIST-499-01-2526S

A course directed by the history thesis advisor,  culminating in one or more pieces of historical writing which may be submitted to the Department for a degree with Honors. Open to seniors whose thesis proposal has been approved by the department.
Spring Semester. The Department

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Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: independent research, including the framing of a research question, identification and analysis of relevant primary and secondary sources; collaborative work, including offering critical feedback and peer review; and writing a thesis chapter or work of equivalent length.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.