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Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based History, Specialization in Historical Preservation Museum Studies

Academic unitHBIU College of Arts and HumanitiesTotal credits120Estimated duration4 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based History, Specialization in Historical Preservation Museum Studies

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based History, Specialization in Historical Preservation Museum Studies core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based History with a specialization in Historical Preservation and Museum Studies provides a rigorous academic foundation in historiography, archival science, and artifact curation. Students engage in the critical analysis of global and regional historical narratives, developing the intellectual skills necessary to interpret complex socio-political developments through the lens of ethical responsibility and stewardship. By examining the past, students learn to preserve cultural heritage while applying a Christian worldview to the management of public memory and historical discourse.

This program emphasizes the professional application of historical preservation, covering exhibition design, collection management, and the ethical management of cultural resources. Students are encouraged to integrate academic inquiry with principles of servant leadership, reflecting on their role as stewards of history. The curriculum is designed to foster a holistic understanding of history that honors the complexity of the human experience while maintaining academic excellence and professional integrity.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based History, Specialization in Historical Preservation Museum Studies combines a robust general education foundation with comprehensive study in historical theory, historiography, archival science, museum management, professional ethics, cultural research, community engagement, and the preservation of faith-based artifacts and records.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
B.A. in Faith-Based History, Specialization in Historical Preservation Museum Studies
Total program length
120 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Four academic years
General education
36 credit hours
Professional application courses
15 credit hours
Capstone requirement
6 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU College of Arts and Humanities
Total credits
120
Duration
4 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze complex historical events through the application of historiographical frameworks and critical research methodologies.
  • Design effective museum exhibitions that interpret historical data with academic accuracy and ethical sensitivity.
  • Evaluate the stewardship of cultural resources through the application of archival best practices and historical conservation standards.
  • Integrate a Christian worldview into professional decision-making regarding the ethical preservation and presentation of heritage.
  • Communicate nuanced historical narratives to diverse audiences using written, verbal, and visual media.
  • Demonstrate servant leadership in collaborative institutional projects and community-based historical research.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • HIS101
  • History of World Civilizations I
  • 4
  • None
  • ENG101
  • Academic Writing and Research
  • 3
  • None
  • HUM105
  • Introduction to Humanities
  • 3
  • None
  • PHI101
  • Introduction to Philosophical Inquiry
  • 3
  • None
  • HIS101 — History of World Civilizations I: A study of human development from early civilizations to the post-classical era. Emphasizes the evolution of societal structures and cultural exchangesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ENG101 — Academic Writing and Research: Focuses on the fundamentals of collegiate writing and the integration of credible sources. Prepares students for advanced scholarly inquiryThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HUM105 — Introduction to Humanities: Explores the breadth of human creative expression and intellectual history. Examines the role of aesthetics and ethics in shaping cultureThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • PHI101 — Introduction to Philosophical Inquiry: This course provides an overview of fundamental philosophical questions and the development of analytical reasoning skills. Students examine major historical frameworks and their influence on contemporary societal values and ethics. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • HIS102
  • History of World Civilizations II
  • 4
  • HIS101
  • ENG102
  • Advanced Rhetoric and Literature
  • 3
  • ENG101
  • SOC110
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • 3
  • None
  • MIN110
  • Servant Leadership and Community
  • 3
  • None
  • HIS102 — History of World Civilizations II: Covers major developments from the early modern period to the present. Analyzes global trends and regional transformationsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ENG102 — Advanced Rhetoric and Literature: Develops analytical reading skills and advanced rhetorical strategies. Enhances ability to interpret diverse textsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • SOC110 — Introduction to Sociology: Examines human society and institutional interactions. Focuses on social structures and the impact of culture on individual behaviorThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MIN110 — Servant Leadership and Community: Explores the theological and practical dimensions of leadership through service. Analyzes community engagement modelsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • HIS210
  • Historiography and Research Methods
  • 3
  • HIS102
  • HIS220
  • Introduction to Museum Studies
  • 4
  • None
  • MAT150
  • Statistics for the Social Sciences
  • 3
  • None
  • COM201
  • Professional Communication
  • 3
  • None
  • HIS210 — Historiography and Research Methods: Introduces the methodology of historical research. Examines different schools of thought and analytical frameworksThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS220 — Introduction to Museum Studies: Covers the fundamental principles of museum operation, collection care, and visitor engagement. Introduces professional standardsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MAT150 — Statistics for the Social Sciences: Provides data analysis tools for historical and social research. Emphasizes interpretation and accurate reportingThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • COM201 — Professional Communication: Develops verbal and written communication skills for professional settings. Focuses on clarity and audience-centered strategiesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • HIS230
  • Historical Preservation and Conservation
  • 4
  • HIS220
  • HIS240
  • Public History and Community Memory
  • 3
  • HIS210
  • PSY101
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • 3
  • None
  • THE205
  • Ethics in Professional Practice
  • 3
  • CHR101
  • HIS230 — Historical Preservation and Conservation: Examines the physical and philosophical aspects of preserving artifacts and sites. Covers conservation ethics and material scienceThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS240 — Public History and Community Memory: Explores how history is presented to the public. Discusses the tension between memory, academic rigor, and popular sentimentThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • PSY101 — Introduction to Psychology: Survey of psychological theories and human development. Provides insight into human cognition and social interactionThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • THE205 — Ethics in Professional Practice: Examines ethical dilemmas in the workplace from a Christian perspective. Focuses on integrity and stewardshipThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 5 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • HIS310
  • Archival Management and Administration
  • 3
  • HIS230
  • HIS320
  • Exhibition Design and Curation
  • 4
  • HIS220
  • MGT305
  • Non-Profit Organization Management
  • 3
  • None
  • RES300
  • Advanced Research Seminar
  • 3
  • HIS210
  • HIS310 — Archival Management and Administration: Focuses on the organization, description, and preservation of archival collections. Emphasizes accessibility and information ethicsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS320 — Exhibition Design and Curation: Practical application of exhibition planning and interpretative design. Covers spatial organization and donor relationsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MGT305 — Non-Profit Organization Management: Principles of leading mission-driven organizations. Discusses board governance, fundraising, and strategic planningThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • RES300 — Advanced Research Seminar: Refines analytical writing and research skills. Prepares students for the senior capstone projectThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 6 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • HIS350
  • Digital Humanities and Public Access
  • 3
  • HIS310
  • HIS360
  • Cultural Resource Law and Ethics
  • 3
  • HIS230
  • EDU310
  • Principles of Informal Education
  • 3
  • None
  • BIO120
  • Environmental Science
  • 4
  • None
  • HIS350 — Digital Humanities and Public Access: Explores the use of technology in historical preservation. Covers digital archiving and interactive exhibitsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS360 — Cultural Resource Law and Ethics: Studies the legal frameworks governing historical sites and collections. Analyzes the ethics of cultural ownershipThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • EDU310 — Principles of Informal Education: Focuses on pedagogy for museum environments. Teaches methods for creating educational programming for public audiencesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BIO120 — Environmental Science: A study of natural systems and environmental stewardship. Discusses the impact of climate on historical sitesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 7 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • HIS410
  • Advanced Topics in Regional History
  • 3
  • HIS210
  • HIS420
  • Internship in Historical Preservation
  • 4
  • HIS310, HIS320
  • HIS430
  • Issues in Modern Heritage Stewardship
  • 3
  • HIS360
  • CAP400
  • Senior Capstone Project Part I
  • 3
  • RES300
  • HIS410 — Advanced Topics in Regional History: In-depth analysis of specific regional historical narratives. Focuses on local history as a foundation for broader understandingThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS420 — Internship in Historical Preservation: Supervised work experience in a museum or archive. Connects theory to the professional practice of heritage stewardshipThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS430 — Issues in Modern Heritage Stewardship: Contemporary debates regarding historical sites and contested histories. Discusses reconciliation and memoryThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • CAP400 — Senior Capstone Project Part I: Initial design and research phase of the senior project. Focuses on project definition, ethical review, and proposalThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 8 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • HIS490
  • Professionalism and Vocation
  • 3
  • Senior standing
  • HIS495
  • Global Perspectives on Historical Memory
  • 3
  • HIS430
  • CAP499
  • Senior Capstone Project Part II
  • 6
  • CAP400
  • HUM499
  • Senior Reflection Seminar
  • 3
  • Senior standing
  • HIS490 — Professionalism and Vocation: Preparation for entry into the workforce. Focuses on vocational discernment and institutional commitmentThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS495 — Global Perspectives on Historical Memory: Comparative study of how nations preserve their pasts. Explores diverse strategies for historical preservationThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • CAP499 — Senior Capstone Project Part II: Final execution and defense of the capstone project. Integration of research, stewardship, and personal reflectionThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HUM499 — Senior Reflection Seminar: Integrated seminar reviewing the academic journey through a lens of spiritual formation and ethical integrityThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Admissions committees review academic history, including completed college preparatory coursework in humanities or social sciences, and a personal statement outlining the candidate's commitment to rigorous academic inquiry and ethical service. Applicants may also be required to participate in an interview to discuss their objectives for pursuing a degree at HBI University. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience of the degree, requiring students to demonstrate mastery in historical preservation through the design of an original exhibition or a comprehensive institutional archival plan. This project mandates that students integrate historical research with the ethical application of stewardship, addressing how their work serves the public good and honors historical reality. Students must identify a specific historical subject, execute primary source research, and propose a preservation strategy that reflects professional museum standards. Beyond technical proficiency, the Capstone Project integrates faith-based perspectives by requiring students to produce a reflection paper on the intersection of their research, ethical reasoning, and personal spiritual formation. Students demonstrate servant leadership by considering how their historical presentation fosters truth-telling, community reconciliation, and the preservation of values essential to human flourishing. This six-credit requirement serves as a final evaluation of both academic competence and the student's readiness to engage in their field with integrity and vocational purpose.

Protected Curriculum

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To qualify for graduation, students must successfully complete 120 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. All core courses must be completed with a grade of 'C' or higher. Beyond academic requirements, graduates must demonstrate satisfactory progress in spiritual formation through documented engagement in community service, chapel attendance, and completion of the required ethics and worldview coursework. These requirements ensure that graduates leave HBI University not only with professional credentials but with a matured capacity for moral discernment and a commitment to service within their chosen vocation.
  • The final review for graduation includes a successful defense of the Senior Capstone Project, confirming that the candidate meets the standards of both the discipline and the institution. Graduation signifies the synthesis of intellectual achievement and character development, marking the student’s readiness to carry the values of academic excellence, stewardship, and ethical integrity into their post-baccalaureate endeavors.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Museum Curator
  • Archivist
  • Historic Preservation Specialist
  • Historical Society Administrator
  • Cultural Resource Manager
  • Public History Educator
  • Grant Writer for Non-profit Heritage Organizations
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based History, Specialization in Historical Preservation Museum Studies
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years
  • General education | 36 credit hours
  • Faith-Based History, Specialization in Historical Preservation Museum Studies core | 63 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
  • Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • HIS101 | History of World Civilizations I | 4 | None
  • ENG101 | Academic Writing and Research | 3 | None
  • HUM105 | Introduction to Humanities | 3 | None
  • PHI101 | Introduction to Philosophical Inquiry | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • HIS102 | History of World Civilizations II | 4 | HIS101
  • ENG102 | Advanced Rhetoric and Literature | 3 | ENG101
  • SOC110 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None
  • MIN110 | Servant Leadership and Community | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • HIS210 | Historiography and Research Methods | 3 | HIS102
  • HIS220 | Introduction to Museum Studies | 4 | None
  • MAT150 | Statistics for the Social Sciences | 3 | None
  • COM201 | Professional Communication | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • HIS230 | Historical Preservation and Conservation | 4 | HIS220
  • HIS240 | Public History and Community Memory | 3 | HIS210
  • PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | None
  • THE205 | Ethics in Professional Practice | 3 | CHR101
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • HIS310 | Archival Management and Administration | 3 | HIS230
  • HIS320 | Exhibition Design and Curation | 4 | HIS220
  • MGT305 | Non-Profit Organization Management | 3 | None
  • RES300 | Advanced Research Seminar | 3 | HIS210
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • HIS350 | Digital Humanities and Public Access | 3 | HIS310
  • HIS360 | Cultural Resource Law and Ethics | 3 | HIS230
  • EDU310 | Principles of Informal Education | 3 | None
  • BIO120 | Environmental Science | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • HIS410 | Advanced Topics in Regional History | 3 | HIS210
  • HIS420 | Internship in Historical Preservation | 4 | HIS310, HIS320
  • HIS430 | Issues in Modern Heritage Stewardship | 3 | HIS360
  • CAP400 | Senior Capstone Project Part I | 3 | RES300
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • HIS490 | Professionalism and Vocation | 3 | Senior standing
  • HIS495 | Global Perspectives on Historical Memory | 3 | HIS430
  • CAP499 | Senior Capstone Project Part II | 6 | CAP400
  • HUM499 | Senior Reflection Seminar | 3 | Senior standing

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Museum Curator
  • Archivist
  • Historic Preservation Specialist
  • Historical Society Administrator
  • Cultural Resource Manager
  • Public History Educator
  • Grant Writer for Non-profit Heritage Organizations

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based History, Specialization in Historical Preservation Museum Studies
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years