A career in Arts and humanities

The origin of the term humanities can be traced back to Renaissance Latin version studia humanitatis, which means 'an education befitting a cultivated man'. These disciplines explore, share, and recreate expressions of the human experience intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills. It is one of the popular traditional streams across India where most number of students choose to apply. Some social science subjects are intermingled with humanities,so often it is referred to as the field of social sciences. Likewise for PG programme, the candidate should have completed bachelor's degree in respective subject with Honors. A post graduate degree can give extra weightage to your application. It will expand your existing skills thereby getting your chances increased while applying for a job. Following are some of the popular choices of career available in this field-

Aspirants in this field can make careers in writing. Content Writing and Editing requires skills that emphasizes on good writing.

Teaching is an another option for students in this field. One has to have a Master's degree in the concerned subject or should clear National Eligibility Test (NET) to qualify as a lecturer. Librarians are the guardian of library and they assist people in finding information

Aspirants who have successfully completed their training in psychology can get to work as Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor, educational psychologist or sports psychologist which are no less lucrative.

One can find work in NGOs also.

Agricultural journalism is a new career option in this field where graduates are prepared to work in news/magazine, broadcast, public relations, advertising, or multimedia. The scope of arts has broadened over the years. It is clear from the fact that reputed institutes and universities have included it in their curriculum

Remuneration in this field entirely depends on the nature of the work and the area of your study. The salary package may also vary according to the college/university from where they have studied. In the beginning , humanities students can earn in between Rs 10000 - Rs 12000 .

Work experence is a necessity in this field. So getting some work experience simultaneously your studies can be proved crucial to get a job immediately after you finish your studies. Also it will help you to give an insight into the field you have chosen to study.