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Holocaust and Genocide Studies, Certificate

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At a Glance: program details

  • Location:
    online
  • Second Language Requirement: No

Student Handbook

Have you ever wondered where the phrase "never forget" comes from? Through the study of the Holocaust and other crimes against humanity, you will gain a foundation to educate others and assess responses to genocides in the world today.

Program Description

Certificate Awarded: Holocaust and Genocide Studies (Certificate)

The graduate certificate program in Holocaust and genocide studies recognizes the importance of studying the Holocaust and other acts of genocide in order to give students the necessary contextualization to educate others while offering ideas about representation, memorialization and commemoration. The certificate provides graduate students with the theoretical and historiographical grounding for understanding the Holocaust as a defining event and using it as a lens through which to examine other genocides in world history. Students analyze these acts in research seminars and engage in interdisciplinary explorations of genocides and their representations in society, examining oral histories and material culture.

The program also enables students to engage in experiential opportunities at public-facing organizations dedicated to Holocaust and genocide awareness and education.


Degree Requirements

Curriculum Plan Options

  • 18 credit hours

Required Core (3 credit hours)
HST 570 Readings in Holocaust and Genocide Studies (3)

Other Requirements (3 credit hours)
HST 454 History of Genocide (3) or
HST 571 Holocaust: Collaboration and Resistance (3) or
HST 598 Topic: Holocaust, War and German Memory (3)

Electives (12 credit hours)

Additional Curriculum Information
Other Requirements courses can be replaced with advisor approval. Students must see the unit for an approved list of elective topics.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.

Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.

Applicants are required to submit:

  1. graduate admission application and application fee
  2. official transcripts
  3. personal statement
  4. professional resume
  5. written statement
  6. proof of English proficiency

Additional Admission Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency.

The personal statement should be about 500 words in length; be addressed to the admission committee; explain the applicant's educational background and training, career goals, and familiarity with the study of the Holocaust and other genocides; and detail why the applicant is pursuing the certificate.

For the written statement, applicants are prompted to write a short response (500--800 words) to a question related to the study of genocide. This response serves to demonstrate to the committee the applicant's writing ability and potential for thoughtful participation in graduate coursework.


Global Opportunities

Global Experience

Study abroad is an option for graduate students. There are more than 50 program opportunities, with programs on every continent. Faculty-directed programs tend to be the best fit for graduate students; taking courses with ASU professors over the summer or during academic breaks offers students close mentorship and professional network growth in many fields of study while they earn ASU credit. Exchange program participation is also possible with careful planning. These study abroad courses are elective options for students.

The Holocaust and genocide studies certificate program offers a professional experience elective that takes place abroad. Students should consult with the academic unit directly for more information about this professional experience option.

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Application Deadlines

Fall

Fall

Session
Modality
Deadline
Type
Session A/C
Online
July 25th
Priority
Session B
Online
September 18th
Priority

Spring

Spring

Session
Modality
Deadline
Type
Session A/C
Online
December 10th
Priority
Session B
Online
February 12th
Priority

Summer

Summer

Session
Modality
Deadline
Type
Session A/C
Online
April 18th
Priority


Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared with the training needed for careers in education, research, teaching, government service, public history and a host of other positions in the public, private and nonprofit sectors. They serve as first-rate historians, researchers and consultants, foreign service officers, management professionals, community organizers and public servants.

Other career examples include:

  • archivist
  • collections manager
  • college instructor
  • editor
  • museum coordinator
  • national parks historian and park ranger
  • nonprofit director
  • teacher

Attend Online

ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program description and request more information here.

Program Contact Information

If you have questions related to admission, please click here to request information and an admission specialist will reach out to you directly. For questions regarding faculty or courses, please use the contact information below.

  • SHPRSGradInfo@asu.edu
  • 480/965-5778


Concurrent degree programs are specially designed academic programs which provide high-achieving undergraduate students the opportunity to complete two distinct but complementary bachelor degrees at the same time. Students must meet minimum admissions standards for both programs and be accepted individually by both colleges offering the concurrent program.
Students pursuing concurrent degrees earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. ASU offers students two ways to earn concurrent degrees: by choosing a predetermined combination or creating their own combination. Predetermined combinations have a single admissions application and one easy to follow major map. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor. Either way, concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests.
Accelerated bachelor's and master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving undergraduate students who want the opportunity to combine undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
ASU students may accelerate their studies by earning a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years (for some programs) or by earning a bachelor's degree in 2.5 or 3 years.

Accelerated bachelor's and master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving undergraduate students who want the opportunity to combine undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs, featuring the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty, allow students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years.

Accelerated bachelor's degree programs allow students to choose either a 2.5- or a 3-year path while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students can opt to fast-track their studies after acceptance into a participating program by connecting with their academic advisor.
This is only the first required math course. This program may contain additional math courses; See Major Map for details.
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required.
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the General level: MAT 142
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the Moderate level: MAT 117, MAT 119, MAT 170, MAT 210, SOS 101, CPI 200
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the Substantial level: MAT 251, MAT 265. MAT 266, MAT 267, MAT 270, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 274, MAT 275
A rolling deadline means that applications will continue to be reviewed on a regular basis until the semester begins. International students should be mindful of visa deadlines to ensure there is time to produce necessary visa documents. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit application materials as soon as possible for consideration.
A final deadline means that all applications and application materials must be received by Graduate Admissions by the deadline date. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered after the final deadline. Applications that are submitted past the final deadline may not be considered.
A priority deadline means that applications submitted and completed before the priority deadline will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after the priority deadlines will be reviewed in the order in which they were completed and on a space available basis. An application is complete after all materials are received by Graduate Admissions.
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