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Careers in History
Do you love history, but wonder what your career prospects will be with a degree in history? Rather than limiting your future job prospects only to teaching or writing, a degree in history can open the doors to almost any profession or field. The skills that you will hone as an analytical thinker, careful writer, and able researcher will give you transferable skills applicable to a wide range of potential future jobs. Studying your passion will make acquiring those skills an enjoyable and meaningful experience as you become a more educated person. Studying history involves making sense of complex situations and using language effectively. These are exactly the kinds of skills required by those who work in government, law, journalism, and public policy among other professions.