I'm about to finish my highschool. And at the moment, my biggest interest in life is History. For the past years i'v been in love with everything that's dated back from the two world wars to the Macedonian empire. It fascinates me, and I was wondering what options i have with that interest in life. What's the best and what would get the most income. I know life isn't about money but it's still important. Thanks in advance
Hi! History teacher here. With your rather specific interests, I would recommend pursuing a Ph.d and either writing or teaching at the college level. You will find that teaching at the middle or high school level (as I do) requires you to move very quickly through time periods and does not allow much in the way of depth. That said, do you really like spending most of all of your time around teenagers? If so, teaching may be for you.
Also keep in mind that your interests may shift or change as time goes by. I started out as a specialist in British military history, especially in the 17th and 18th centuries. Along the way, I developed a real love for the American Civil War. And while I was teaching middle school, I learned to love the Japanese medieval period.
Finally, because you choose one thing and one point does not mean you can’t to anything else. You can teach, and write. You can go to law school and then teach later. It took me some years after I was done with graduate school before I got my credential and started teaching. History is a broad field, and I’m sure you will find your way.
Btw sorry for my shitty english.