This course begins with the Renaissance and continuing through the modern period, it examines philosophy, theology, history, economics, the sciences, and art in order to gain a comprehensive understanding of world events. Students learn to look beyond the textbook to various other means of discovering history. They are introduced to the new historicist approach of study, which incorporates literature, art, film, and comics in order to explore social history and the common people. This course serves as preparation for future AP courses in the social sciences.

*Though internal honors credit is given, the UC does not calculate an honors grade point for this course. Other colleges may assign honors credit.