M.A. in Public History – Historic Preservation

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Master of Arts (M.A.) in Public History – Historic Preservation

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Build Your Career Preserving Historical Sites and Artifacts with Liberty’s Online Master’s in Public History – Historic Preservation

Are you passionate about preserving history for future generations? Learn techniques in conservation, cultural heritage management, and public engagement to safeguard important historical sites. From iconic landmarks in the U.S. to ancient locations in Europe, China, and Australia, history has shaped buildings, landscapes, and cities worldwide. With Liberty University’s online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Public History – Historic Preservation, you can gain the knowledge to protect and conserve these invaluable spaces.

This program can help equip you with the expertise to preserve historical sites and engage the public in the importance of cultural heritage preservation. Through Liberty’s online program, you can prepare for careers in historic site conservation, museums, heritage management, national parks, and other fields focused on protecting history. Join us to explore the vital work of preserving the past through historic preservation.

What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Public History – Historic Preservation Program?

  • Best practices for the conservation and preservation of historical artifacts, buildings, and landscapes
  • Fundamentals of archaeological methods and fieldwork
  • Theories of public history, archival methods, and museum preservation

This degree program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of public history and historic preservation. In addition to the learning outcomes above, you will explore topics such as digital history, local historical research, and America’s Christian heritage. Don’t wait to pursue your passion – partner with us, delve into history, and acquire the expertise to preserve and share it with future generations.

    Potential Careers for Public History – Historic Preservation Graduates

    • Archaeological assistant
    • Architectural conservator
    • Architectural historian
    • Curator
    • Historian
    • Historic preservation planner
    • Landscape architect
    • Museum educator
    • Restoration specialist

    Benefits of Pursuing Your M.A. in Public History – Historic Preservation with Liberty University

    As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

    Here’s what sets us apart:

    • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online public history master’s degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
    • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
    • As a student in our M.A. in Public History – Historic Preservation, you can benefit from networking opportunities with other professionals in the program from across the country.

    Military Benefits

    Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

    • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
    • Reserve/National Guard
    • Veterans/retirees
    • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
    • Current Department of Defense employees

    We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

    • Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
    • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
    • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
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    100% online, 8-week courses

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    Transfer Credits

    Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

    Next Start Date

    Jan 13, 2025

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    Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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    Ranked in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America

    Recognized by multiple institutions for academic quality, affordability, and accessibility.

    No tuition increase for 9 years

    While most universities have continued to increase the cost of tuition over the years, we haven’t so that advanced education is accessible for all.

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