History Scope

Hi, Aftrr Ph.D. history: Lecturer, Professor in college and university Historians Archivists Researcher. Refer to the table below for a brief overview of the same:Job ProfileDescriptionAverage Salary (in INR)ResearcherHistory researchers can work in a range of institutions, including universities, government organisations, and think tanks. They frequently do historical study and publish their findings in academic journals.3-4 LPAHistorianHistory teachers can teach history at the elementary, middle, or high school levels. They may also be able to teach history at community colleges or universities.5-6 LPAArchivistArchivists are in charge of collecting, preserving, and organising historical materials. They frequently have a background in history or a similar discipline. 4-5 LPAJournalistJournalists with a history background can write about historical subjects for newspapers, periodicals, or websites. They can also act as producers or writers for historical documentaries or TV shows.5-7 LPA

The main aims or purposes of the teaching of history are as follows: (1) To create interest for history among the students or learners of history. (2) To explain and understand the present. (3) The study of history developed the scientific outlook. It enables a person to apply and improve their reasoning faculty.
Different career aspects for History graduates are as follows:
- In education field - Professor, teacher, lecturer
- Researcher
- Archaeologist, you can work with ASI
- Historian
- Politician's Assistant
- Museum/Gallery conservator
- Civil Service administrator
- Heritage manager
-Trade union research officer
- Archivist
- Academic librarian

Hi,
These days degree courses are looked down especially if it is social sciences.1. Graduation with hons in History opens your way to all the jobs with graduation as minimum eligibility criteria such as SSC, UPSC or IBPS/Bank PO.
2. Teaching: If you want to teach at secondary level I.e. class 6th to class 10th, you may go for B. Ed. and if you wish to teach at senior secondary level I.e. 11th and 12th, you would have to do Masters in History. To teach at university level Masters in History with NET is required (many universities prefer M.Phil /PhD)
3. Museum Curator: These are the people who guide you in museums. If you like Museums then you may go for M.A in Museology.
4. Conservationist: This profession came into highlight after Deepika Padukone's Love AajKal. You would have to work for restoration of architecture. To become a conservationist you may opt MA in Conservation.
5. Similar to architecture restoration there is demand of art and painting restoration, if you are inclined towards art then Masters in History of Art is recommended. Art historians are huge in demand in Art galleries and museums.
6. Archaeologist: If you love ancient history, this can be your dream profile. MA in Archeology is most sought after course among History graduates.
7. With increase in production of period movies and TV serials there is demand of people with History background who can do research for costumes, jewelery, background set and culture-customs. You may join production house as Research Assistant.
Feel free to raise more queries.
All the best.

Hi Anshika,
Different sectors of the industry employ history graduates.
Several history graduates opt for a career in research, wherein they are required to analyze and evaluate documentary evidence.
History graduates can also work with government agencies as well as departments, not-for-profit organizations and associations.
History graduates can work as policy analysts, local historians, evaluators and planners.
These are the career aspects for History Graduates:
- In education field - Professor, teacher, lecturer
- Researcher
- Archaeologist, you can work with ASI
- Historian
- Politician's Assistant
- Museum/Gallery conservator
- Civil Service administrator
- Heritage manager
-Trade union research officer
- Archivist
- Academic librarian
Skills required:
-ability to discuss ideas in groups, and to negotiate,
-critical reasoning and analytical skills
-intellectual rigour and independence
-capacity to think objectively and approach problems
-Accuracy
-Keen observation
-Creativity
Below mentioned are the further study options available:
-M.A Ancient History
-M.A Archaeology
-PG Diploma in NGO Management
-M.A. Historical Studies
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