Hi, I just finished up my last semester of my bachelors degree in history and I am trying to decide whether a masters is worth it. I stayed home for my undergrad and have no student debt, so I am not too concerned about the cost of it.
I am not particularly interested in teaching as a profession or even working in a history related field. I can see myself working in public service. I have done a couple of internships for the government in my home province in Canada.
As the youngest of 10 grand children and the only one without a masters or higher, I am looking to get a higher degree. It is something I’ve always wanted to do and it would make my family proud. I know a masters in public admin for example, would better suit my careers goals, but I am just not motivated to continue my education with that. Am I foolish to get a masters in history just because I want to have a masters?
Go for the masters in whatever field you think is beat for your career goals. Best way to do this is look up job descriptions of what you would eventually like to apply for. From what I’ve read, masters in history CAN be a helpful, related field acceptable for a job requirements, but it’s beat to know so first before starting your program. I bet there are several jobs in public sector like museums and historical preserves parks that could utilize this knowledge. Perhaps a sub concentration in archaeology or anthropology. Cheers!