History

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Program Overview

Why Study History at TFC?

The History major facilitates the personal and professional development of knowledge, skills, and character through the exploration of human activity across time, and does so with the context of a learning community governed by an overarching biblical worldview. The History major facilitates the personal and professional development of knowledge, skills, and character through the exploration of human activity across time, and does so with the context of a learning community governed by an overarching biblical worldview.

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Degree Layout

History Courses

The History major is a 126 hour program that includes 69 hours of general education courses (including 30 hours of Bible & Theology), 15 hours of open electives, and 42 hours in History-specific courses.

Featured Courses:

  • History of Western Civilization
  • Twentieth Century World History
  • History of the United States
  • Historiography
  • Church History
Jacob Hunt

Testimonial

As a history major at TFC, I’m not only taking classes in World History and Church History, but I’m also taking Bible & Theology classes, which allows me to gain a deeper perspective on the historical context of ancient Israel. I have the opportunity to choose to get my degree as a Bachelor of Arts, in which I can take four semesters of a foreign language in either Ancient Hebrew or Greek. Understanding these languages gives me an edge in the field, especially when faced with reading primary sources from ancient eras. If foreign languages are not your forte TFC also offers a Bachelor of Science in history, which bypasses the language requirement. I also have study abroad opportunities to Israel and Europe, internships, and professors who invest in me both academically and spiritually. Overall, I feel prepared for my future career and I’m so thankful for the opportunities I have to choose from within this program!
Jacob Hunt, Class of 2024
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Career Options

What can you do with a History degree?

When you earn a degree in History, you will find that there are many career opportunities available to you. Graduates are qualified for a wide range of jobs, such as:

Educator

Teaching is typically the most common occupation among graduates with a history degree. It’s a natural fit for someone who loves history, as they are able to share their expert knowledge with their students.

Historian

Another popular career for those with a history degree is a historian. Historians spend time researching facts, preserving history and creating outreach plans to share their findings with others.

Writer and Editor

Given the fact that they spend much of their time in college writing and editing their own research, it’s not surprising that many history degree graduates consider a career as a writer or editor. Some go on to write books, work for newspapers or work in the publishing industry.

Politician

Those who are passionate about the past often have exciting ideas about the future, which is what leads some history degree graduates to a career in politics.

Meet the Professors

History