BA in History and MA in History

Throughout our BA in History degree, you will study the foundations of Western civilization and explore how the modern world was shaped by past events. As a historian, gathering evidence and formulating ideas about the past is crucial for creating a framework through which history can be taught. You’ll receive training in U.S. history and world history, which can help prepare you to confidently teach history and provide expertise in research. 

Our Bachelor of Arts in History also offers the opportunity to study an ancient language like Hebrew or Greek or a modern language like Spanish or French. This language requirement distinguishes the BA from the BS in History. 

As you enter the graduate portion of your studies, you’ll study essential skills, such as writing proper footnotes and conducting oral history interviews, while examining cultural assumptions and methodological limitations that may have influenced historians in the past. Additionally, you will explore Christian perspectives on history and develop a Christian and biblical approach to researching, writing, and teaching history. 

At Liberty, our faculty are some of our best resources. Our professors are dedicated to your success and aim to partner with you as you grow as a historian, helping to fulfill our mission of Training Champions for Christ. This dual degree program includes an in-depth exploration of how American Christianity has influenced social, political, and cultural development. You will also have the opportunity to study a wide range of topics, such as the: demographic, industrial, and social changes in Europe that shaped warfare; modern European military history; and the evolution of U.S. policy and culture from the end of World War II to the late 20th century. These courses are designed to sharpen your research and writing skills, helping prepare you to defend your opinions in both written and oral forms.