Career opportunities in Arts and Humanities

Results day is often associated with disappointment and panic when students don’t achieve the results they wanted – but it doesn’t have to be doom and gloom! It’s also an opportunity to look at great alternative options you may not have considered before.

Our clearing lines are open now, so please call 024 76 791791 today to discuss the options available to you.

Why study a humanities degree at Coventry University?

A humanities degree may suit you if you’re a creative and reflective person interested in languages, the observation of cultures around the world, social justice, ethics or critical thinking. During the course you’ll develop skills and approaches that are essential to roles in civil service, local government, teaching, charity work, marketing, public relations and international security. You’ll work alongside students from different counties and broaden your perspective of the world around you, providing an excellent opportunity for personal development too.

Possible course options include:

Tailor-made career guidance

One of the greatest advantages to choosing a humanities degree at Coventry University is our dedicated employability team who’ll work with you to shape your study experience according to your career goals and prepare you for life after you graduate.

When it comes to career guidance, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. All students have different skills sets, interests and career ambitions that make them unique; therefore our support is also tailored to be unique to each student. To supplement the skills and experience you’ll gain from your course, we’ll also offer you skills workshops to improve your interview technique, develop your presentation ability, and build your confidence.

We’ll assist you in understanding the graduate labour market and current trends within your desired field. We’ll help you transition from study to a graduate role or further study, providing you with a continual support throughout the entire process.

What careers have humanities graduates gone into?

As well as roles within local government and civil service, our graduates have also taken up roles within:

  • Travel and tourism
  • Corporate governance
  • Officer training within the Army and Navy
  • Youth development
  • Learning support
  • Victim abuse support
  • Exhibition and conference production
  • The Citizen Advice Bureau

So, our humanities degrees provide a wider range of career options than you may think! Call us today on 024 76 791791 to learn more about our courses.

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