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History

Learn how to apply history in ways to facilitate communication between societies and cultures, and to make history relevant and real to the greater public.

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Degree Type

Bachelor of Arts

College

Humanities

Focus Areas

Southern Studies

African and African Diaspora Studies

Peace and Conflict Studies

Accreditations

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (University)

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Contact Info

Dr. Chris Gunn

Chair, History

BRTH 380

843-349-6461

cgunn@coastal.edu

Did You Know?

History majors have the highest early career and mid-career salaries of the humanities and exceed many STEM majors.

Why Choose CCU for History?

With award-winning faculty teaching history courses in such themes as citizenship, science and technology, and war and peace, small student-to-faculty ratios allow for individualized attention and a solid foundation in job skills.

Develop multifaceted research skills; learn how to use critical analysis to understand individuals and societies; synthesize large quantities of information and make this accessible in clear writing and oral presentation. By studying history, you will have the chance to pursue many different careers in countless professions and industries. The history program has energetic and dynamic faculty who apply their research in the classroom, active student organizations, and a lively community with strong, close bonds between faculty and students.

Studying History at CCU

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History Faculty

Program Highlighlights

CCU's program in History focuses on interdisciplinary approaches, community engagement, and the exploration of the diverse Lowcountry region.

Average Completion Time

4 years

Degree Credit Hours

120 credit hours

Major Requirements

Studying history at CCU will allow you to pursue many different careers in countless professions and industries. The history program has energetic and dynamic faculty who apply their research in the classroom, active student organizations, and a lively community with strong, close bonds between faculty and students.

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Minor Requirements

The 18-credit History minor at CCU offers a dynamic exploration of global and local narratives, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills. Through interdisciplinary approaches and hands-on learning, students delve into diverse historical perspectives, gaining valuable insights into the complexities of human experience, and preparing them for diverse career paths.

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Popular Courses

The history major offers a range of innovative seminar courses informed by our faculty's award-winning research. Such courses include The Great War, Black Atlantic and African Diaspora, and Ancient Egypt.

Research Centers

In line with our interdisciplinary approach to the study of history, our students engage with research centers and initiatives such as South Carolina History Day, the Joyner Institute for Gullah and African Diaspora Studies, and The Athenaeum Press.

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Where History Can Take You

Managing a Museum

“Like many students, I originally went to Coastal for Marine Science. But the history faculty ignited a spark in me I never knew I had. Since graduating, my history career has taken me from maritime museums to the Smithsonian, to my current role where I manage a historic house and design museum. I enjoy sharing my passion for history with others and engaging the public in meaningful ways. My time at CCU encouraged me to keep learning, growing, and asking questions about the world around me. It launched a career I never knew was possible, and one that I truly love!"

- Amanda Ferrario, B.A. History 2011
M.A. in Historic Preservation from Savannah College
Manager, Octagon Museum

Practicing Law

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“History at CCU prepared me for a career in the practice of law. History taught me how to conduct research efficiently, think critically, and to express myself in a manner that is clear and persuasive. From the moment I set foot in law school, I was grateful to have the skills that I developed studying history at Coastal."

- James Lawler, B.A. History 2019
J.D. Syracuse University College of Law 2023