History
At Corban, you’ll explore history not just as a collection of facts, but as a dynamic force that continues to shape our society. Learn how to integrate your faith with your studies, building a view of history through a biblical perspective. Professors will lead you deeper into a holistic and engaging understanding of history through discussions that offer rich insights into how history’s legacy continues to impact today’s world.
History equips you with a broad understanding of culture, society, and the world, helping you serve Christ and His kingdom wherever you’re called, in a wide variety of career options. As a curious, life-long learner in the history program, you will understand how to:
- Ask important questions.
- Connect the dots to discover new insights.
- Apply your knowledge to make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ.
Completion
4 Years
Credits
120
Major
History
Delivery
On Campus
Featured Courses
History of Modern Africa
Trace the forces that have shaped modern Africa. Explore key political, social, and intellectual movements from the late colonial era to the present, and examine how these dynamics continue to influence the continent today.
History of the British Empire
Examine the rise and reach of the British Empire. Explore the cultural, political, economic, ideological, and religious forces that shaped Britain’s global influence from the 1600s through the 20th century.
America Since 1945
Explore how America was shaped in the wake of World War II. Study key political, economic, cultural, and diplomatic developments since 1945, with special focus on the changing role of government and the rise of the U.S. as a global power.
History of Film
Survey a century of groundbreaking cinema, exploring the films and filmmakers that shaped visual storytelling. From early silent works to modern classics, you will analyze how style, narrative, and cultural context influence film as both art and communication.
For a complete list of courses in this program, view the program overview.
For official course descriptions, refer to the academic catalog.
Dive into the past to gain a rich understanding of the human experience. Guided by a unique biblical perspective, you'll engage meaningfully with historical events that shaped today’s world, learning to connect history with broader cultural contexts, equipping you to engage in the world, serve others, and glorify the Lord through your contribution to the meaningful discussions that impact our future.
Career Opportunities
As a history major at Corban, you’ll develop skills in analysis, critical thinking, research, and communication that will set you up for success in graduate school and a wide range of careers. Here are just a few career paths you could pursue:
- Historian
- Attorney
- Diplomat
- Museum Director / Curator
- Government Researcher / Archivist
- Intelligence Analyst
- Writer, Editor, Journalist
- Political Analyst
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