What careers suit people who love geography and history?

hello: What careers suit people who love geography and history?
I really love geography and history, and anything to do with world issues…
I’m 16 and thinking about what i want to do after uni…
What careers are available that would let me use my knowledge and continue to learn more about these areas?

Answers and Views:

Answer by Lancs girl
Gosh there are loads of things you could do! Have a look at the work of the international section of the YMCA, and the Commonwealth Office for example. Try not just to think of how you could use geog and history, but other skills you’re good at, or you like as well. For example you might be a great researcher, a fab organiser, good with people, great at seeing the solutions to problems before everyone else etc etc, and then look for roles within organisations who deal with world issues. I’d also advise that you try and do some regular voluntary work at uni, even if it’s just a few hours a month, as it can help to keep your horizons broad, and you can make valuable contacts too. Very best of luck.

Answer by Doctor Deth
teaching, genealogical research (family trees/ancestors) – they actually have degrees and certificates for genealogy

Answer by shani
Good question, I’m 15 and I’d like to know the answer too, genealogy is a really good idea by the way, hopefully u’ll be able to find something, hope i do. sorry i wasn’t more help.

Answer by Carlo Dante
Students of history learn a very broad and important range of skills, including logic, research, writing, persuation and the origins and development of culture.

Below are some of the jobs and professional areas that employ history majors. Some require post-grad degrees.

Teacher
Educational Administration
Archivist
Writer
Editor
Lawyer
Publishing Exec.
Marketing
Advertising/PR
Sales
Management
Government
Armed Service (Intellegence/Communications)
State Dept./CIA Officer
Aid/Peace Corp
Non-Governmental Organizations/Not for Profit
Communications
Oil & Gas “Land Man”
Research/Librarian
Rabbi/Minister

And, you can do anything else that does not require another specific degree.

Here is a list of careers from the American Historical Assoc.: