Centre for Career and Personal Development Degree Profiles

Ancient and Medieval History examines the political, economic and social development of the Mediterranean world and western Europe from the 4^th century to the 15^th century C.E.

Appreciation and awareness of cultural differences: Exposure to different cultural environments; appreciation and awareness of cultural differences through the influence of different historical factors.

Research: Synthesize a large amount of information and draw conclusions based on that information; data collection; process and synthesize vast amounts of historical data and apply where relevant; interpret research and data; forecast possible future trends.

Historical knowledge: Knowledge of the history of various geographical areas and time periods; Knowledge of various geographical areas and time periods; understand and interpret both the past and the present.

Interdisciplinary perspective: Place current events in cultural, social and historical context; Understanding of the influence of “perspective” on facts; a sense of “sequence” and interrelationship between events.

Project management and team work: Mediate in disputes and conflicts; listen objectively; make keen observations, solve problems, and make appropriate decisions.

Please note some of these positions may require further training, certification or education. Check out the occupational profiles to review the full details for the occupations that interest you at alis.alberta.ca/occinfo

• American Historical Association
• Association of Canadian Archivists
• Canada’s National History Society
• Canadian Association of Professional Conservators
• Canadian Council of Archives
• Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences
• Canadian Heritage Information Network
• Canadian Historical Association
• Canadian Museums Association
• Canadian Public Relations Society
• Education Canada
• Heritage Canada
• Heritage Roundtable
• Historical Society of Alberta
• International Committee of Historical Sciences
• Library and Archives Canada
• School of Public Policy Events

Aligned Majors

Canadian Studies

Greek & Roman Studies

History 

Formal Career Assessments like the Strong Interest Inventory and the Myers Briggs Type Indicator can be helpful tools for your career development.  These assessments have been used for decades to help individuals choose a major, explore career options during and upon completion of a degree and to further understand yourself in relationship to the world of work.  Inquire with Career Services if you are interested in these formal assessments.

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