Advanced Placement European History is a challenging history course primarily designed for sophomores. This demanding course allows high school students to pursue a college-level history class while attending high school. As well as being a college-level survey of European history from 1450 to the present, it is designed to prepare students to take the Advanced Placement exam in European history. A passing score on the AP exam will earn college credit, depending on the requirements of the college. The course is intended for highly-motivated students who possess strong reading and writing skills as well as a mature work ethic. This year-long survey course will develop an understanding of the themes of modern European history, an ability to analyze historical evidence, and an ability to analyze and express historical understanding in writing. A “C” or better in both semesters earns the student a unit for the “A” requirement on the UC/CSU A-G list.