HIST 20 - World History: Prehistory to 1500 CE

    Recent Professors
    L. Salcuni, D. Syrdal
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of HIST 20
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · Cal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 4F · CSU GE Area D6 · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    An overview of the world from prehistory to 1500 CE. This course examines the cultures, social structures, politics, religions, and economic development of human societies throughout the world. Particular attention is paid to human migrations, to the effects of cultural adaptation and diffusion, and to the evolution of civilizations around the globe.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 10:05am–11:30am