Public History
What You'll Learn
A career in public history allows you to apply your passion for history and historical research to the world outside of academics. Public historians work at a variety of institutions including historic sites, museums, archives, the National Parks Service, and for state agencies that promote cultural and heritage tourism.
Undergraduate students have the option of completing our program. In addition to the hours required for the history major, students:
- Complete 12 hours of Public History coursework
- Complete an internship consisting of 150 hours of work
The history department also offers two Accelerated Bachelors and Masters concentrations in Public History (4+1 programs), allowing students to complete both , or , in five years.
Graduate students pursuing a Master of Arts in history may choose to concentrate on public history within the American history program. In addition to 30 hours of coursework, demonstration of reading competency in a foreign language, public presentation of student research, and successful completion of a comprehensive examination, students:
- Complete 9 hours of public history courses
- Complete an internship consisting of 150 hours of work
If you are interested in joining ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½â€™s Public History Program, please contact:
Dr. Jessie Swigger
828.227.2692
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