Employability
History at Aberystwyth: Developing Skills for the Workplace
History is a well-respected degree that not only provides insights into humanity throughout the ages, but equips you with many skills. It will train you to develop a range of important skills considered vital for entry into a competitive job market.
The skills that you will acquire on your History degree are versatile, wide-ranging and transferable and will prepare you for a wide range of professions. These are skills that are highly valued by employers and that can be applied to a wide range of work settings.
As an academic discipline, the study of History encourages you to think critically so that you can solve problems in a considered and sensitive way. Throughout your degree, our emphasis on these transferable skills (see tab below) will help you to grow in confidence and develop initiative.
Our modules focus not only on individual achievement, but on maintaining a relaxed and productive environment. We place a particular emphasis on small-group teaching, and our graduates generally have particular strengths in teamwork and team building as well as the ability to present themselves effectively in group situations.
What career opportunities will be available to me while I study?
We offer guidance and support about life after university, directed by an academic employability coordinator. This includes support from your personal tutor, talks, workshops and one-to-one sessions provided through the Careers Service, access to mentoring from alumni, and our Heritage Sector Student Placement scheme.
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