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Thinking of a career in the humanities? Rishma Shah shares interesting options you might not have considered

-  Rishma Shah

If you're pursuing a humanities degree, we're sure you've been asked, “So, what are your plans after graduation?” Most people are under the impression that psychology, media and communications, design, social sciences, or liberal arts are the only careers you can pursue in this field. What they don't know is you will be qualified for a wide range of intriguing employment possibilities in a variety of fields.

Humanities studies typically provide students with strong research skills, effective communication and problem-solving abilities, and a strong commercial awareness. With so many alternatives, you might want to think about some of the most interesting and unique careers you've never considered – some of which we've listed...

MUSEUM CURATOR

‘Museum curator’ might be the job for you if you enjoy visiting museums in your leisure time. Museum curators are in charge of managing and overseeing museum exhibitions, as well as creating the exhibition and its layout, and overseeing any artefacts on display. You might be required to acquire pieces of interest to the museum, raise funds, produce materials for the website, answer visitor questions, and complete any necessary documentation as part of your job. This option is ideal for history or history of art degree holders who have a strong interest in history. Negotiation, research skills, and the capacity to form strong relationships are all talents that will aid you in your career advancement.

CHAMPIONING WOMEN'S HYGIENE

MEET PRAGYA, THE WOMAN WHO TACKLED TONNES OF MENSTRUAL WASTE IN A HILLY DISTRICT OF UTTARAKHAND