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Research and Teaching

Research and Teaching; Non-university Research; Company, Association, and Family History; Genealogy

Every university degree program prepares students for research. The humanities in general, and history in particular, train students to develop an analytical and investigative mindset at a very early stage. Many bachelor’s theses are not only descriptive and explanatory, but also inquisitive, critical, and forward-looking in nature. Research does not only take place at higher education institutions. While a doctorate is usually required in a university/institutional environment in order to be able to truly work as a “researcher,” outside of this environment, some graduates with only bachelor’s or master’s degrees are involved in research, analysis, and other investigative activities.

  • Possible Tasks

    - You work on your doctoral degree.
    - You educate students on specialist knowledge, practical skills, and scientific methods.
    - You conceptualize and conduct seminars, evaluate student assignments, and support students by maintaining office hours.
    - You attend academic conferences and are actively involved in research groups both at your university and between universities.
    - You publish academic articles and review specialist publications.
    - You write project proposals to raise external funding for your research.
    - University and non-university (contract) research includes the comprehensive procurement and evaluation of information (research), context analysis, and the setup and maintenance of databases and catalogs.
    - Your expertise includes, for example, source critique, graphology, and knowledge of biographical research.

  • Industries and Occupations

    - Higher education
    - Research institutes and organizations
    - Academic services of parliaments
    - Academic departments at large enterprises and organizations

  • Job Boards and Professional Associations

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