Choosing which university is right for you is a big deal. Deciding on what you will study at university can be an equally challenging decision and one that can feel like the single most important choice you make. And for good reason. The course you choose will shape your experience over the next 3 years of your academic life and can have long-term implications for the kinds of career paths open to you after graduation. While it is important to study what you love, it is also important to make sure your decisions are informed. Understanding career prospects is a part of this process. The high employability of graduates in history or joint history degrees, makes it a great option for those interested in studying the past.
Pursuing a degree in history is much more than the memorising of dates and names of ‘great men’ or trivial details. Studying history is about conducting archival research into the past and, based on analysis of this evidence, providing thoughtful, nuanced interpretations. It is about engaging in conversations and debates. You need to be open and flexible to alternative ideas, even as you learn how to mobilise evidence to support your own argument. Doing a course in history will teach you how to manage your time and work independently, as well as working with your peers.
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