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History studies past human experience in all its imaginable aspects: economic, social, political, cultural, intellectual, scientific and technological. Relying on a variety of documents, historians develop interpretations of a wide range of the human experience, including scientific and technological breakthroughs, famines, the formation, evolution and conflicts of family groups, mass migrations, wars, cultural encounters, and revolutions. History students are trained to be critical readers, good writers, and astute analysts. These qualities and skills are fundamental for success in business activities, public and professional careers, teaching, and advanced studies. A major in history is it is immediately useful for work in law, journalism, museums, libraries, public service, and the business world.

1. Students entering FIU as Freshmen or as a Transfer student with less than 60 transfer credits

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2. Transfer students entering FIU with 60 or more transfer credits

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Related Occupations:

• Park Naturalists
• Anthropologists
• Archeologists
• Elementary School Teachers, except Special Education
• Archivists
• Curators
• Museum Technicians and Conservators

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).

Wages & Employment Trends for Historians:

Source and more information: http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3093.00

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