In this Guide
Learn the many ways you can extend your classroom experience to the real world.
- Take required Medieval Studies courses and explore other programs of interest such as English, History, Archaeology and Heritage Studies, Philosophy, Languages and Religion and Culture.
- Explore courses that cover a variety of subjects like medievalism and digital gaming, law, knights, dragons and fantasy literature as well as courses exploring medieval culture in Harry Potter and Vikings in Video Games.
- Attend the Medieval Day event and get to know your professors.
- Live in the Historical Worlds Residence Learning Community to enhance your academic and social success and register for the culminating summer travel course.
- Enhance your academic experience at Laurier through professional one-on-one, online and peer-to-peer resources available through Academic Advising and Support.
- Attend C.A.M.E.L.O.T, The Conference on Archaeology, The Medieval and Experiential Learning of Tomorrow.
- Enrol in the Experimental Archaeology course to gain hands-on experience.
- Apply for the Medieval Studies teaching practicum course for your final year to become an Instructional Assistant for a first-year course.
- Learn about Research and Instructional Assistantship opportunities in Medieval Studies.
- Participate in the department’s Medieval Day to view student projects or exhibit your own.
- Complete a semester abroad at the University of Lincoln in England or take a travel course.
- If you’re thinking about applying to graduate school, talk with your professors and visit the Career Centre.
- Present your work at Medieval Day or C.A.M.E.L.O.T, The Conference on Archaeology, The Medieval and Experiential Learning of Tomorrow.
- If you’re applying to graduate school, sign up for a scholarship proposal writing workshop and book a further education application appointment.
As a Medieval and Medievalism Studies student, you can:
- Join student clubs such as the Medieval Students’ Society and build leadership skills through joining an executive team.
- Attend or participate in the Royal Medieval Faire to share your program experience with the community.
Outside of your program, there are many co-curricular opportunities for you to participate in.
- Check out the Experience Catalogue for a full list of co-curricular experiences that are currently offered across campus.
- Volunteer with the Students’ Union (e.g., Laurier Orientation, Hawk Walk, EcoHawks, Food Bank, Emergency Response Team, Shinerama).
- Volunteer on campus with the Accessible Learning, Global Engagement, Sustainability Office, Centre for Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, WLU Student Publications and more.
- Get involved in the local community by volunteering off campus.
- Apply for on-campus jobs:
- Check Navigator frequently for job postings or contact individual departments directly.
- Search for job opportunities on the Students’ Union website.
- If you meet eligibility criteria, apply for the Laurier Work Study Program or International Student Work Experience Program.
- Attend Job Fairs to network with employers.
- Explore ways to get involved in research.
- Look into StartUp Lab opportunities for support in launching a new venture.
Job/Volunteer Search Tips
- While on-campus opportunities are posted year-round, recruitment often starts early! Start looking in the winter term for opportunities in the following academic year.
- Have your resumé and LinkedIn profile reviewed by Career Centre staff for both on and off-campus opportunities.
- Laurier offers a variety of co-curricular certificates that you can complete during your studies. Earn certificates in topics including academic development, professional development, wellness, leadership and career development.
- Participate in workshops, programming and events offered by the Career Centre, Gendered and Sexual Violence Prevention and Support, Laurier Library, the Centre for Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and more.
- Engage in the First-Year Leadership Program including Campus Councils and House Council and the Leadership Certificate.
- Connect with Global Engagement to learn about international options available to you including opportunities abroad and language and culture sharing programs.
Design Your Degree
These are a few popular academic opportunities which allow you to dive deeper into your major area of study or broaden your knowledge. See undergraduate options, minors and courses for more information.
Develop Your Knowledge and Skills
As a Laurier student, you will develop the following competencies through your curricular and co-curricular experiences.
Competency Framework
Competencies are categories of transferrable skills that appear on your online Experience Record to help you reflect on what you've learned from your experiences. The competencies include:
- Adaptability and Resiliency
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Communication
- Creativity and Innovation
- Critical Thinking
- Digital Literacy
- Diversity and Intercultural Understanding
- Functional Knowledge
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Professional Attributes
- Self-Awareness
Functional Knowledge
The functional knowledge you will develop in your program will help you:
- Understand how philosophy, culture, history and the context of a time influence present and future culture, society, community relationships and social/political development.
- Assess the potential impact of historical developments on modern society.
- Understand, examine and assess the historical/cultural roots of modern social institutions and other cultural phenomena, and make recommendations for future planning and development.
- Research and identify the basis and development of artistic and literary styles.
- Form an appreciation of the culture and history of a given historical period and its place in history.
- Assess the accuracy of historical information, costume and context, and provide direction and input on the development and use of historical reference materials and props.
- Many courses, including those on digital gaming, also integrate a project-based approach, preparing you to work in teams with digital technology.
Discover Career Options
All your experiences at Laurier can help you prepare for your future. Attend Career Centre events and workshops or book a career consulting appointment to explore career and further education options.
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628 Faculty of Arts Undergraduate respondents from the 2024 Laurier Graduate Survey conducted by the Career Centre. Graduates were surveyed within 12 months of graduation. Other includes those travelling, volunteering or out of the workforce. 4% of graduates were looking for employment when survey data collection ended.
Alumni Careers and Pathways
Sample Further Education Programs Within the First Year After Graduation
- Master’s Degree - History, Information, Archaeology
- College Program - Museum Management and Curatorship
- Bachelor’s Degree - Education
Sample Jobs Within the First Year After Graduation
- educational assistant
- field technician
- historical interpreter
- infantry soldier
- library assistant
- mortgage agent
Careers Of Alumni Two to Five Years After Graduation
- assistant conservator
- assistant curator
- assistive technologies consultant
- collections assistant
- compensation specialist
- head interpreter
- library branch supervisor
- research compliance officer
Career Options and Resources
Need some guidance on what you can do with your degree? Discover some career options and find resources to help guide you.
Career and Industry Options
- communications/public relations
- cultural heritage
- education/teaching
- entertainment/film
- event planning
- historical education
- hospitality/tourism
- journalism/media
- languages/translation
- law/legal field
- library/archives/museum
- non-profit/advocacy
- public policy
- research/academia
- video game development
- writing/publishing
Your Experiences Tell Your Story
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