Laurier Grads are Successful
Laurier Graduate Survey Results (2019)
Respondents from the Laurier Graduate Survey conducted by Career Centre. Graduates were surveyed within 12 months of graduation.
8 Medieval Studies Graduates:
- Employed: 50.0%
- Pursuing Further Education: 50.0%
Sample Jobs within the First Year After Graduation
- consultant
- historical interpreter
- library assistant
- mortgage agent
- special investigation desk staff
Sample Further Education Programs within the First Year After Graduation
- Master’s degree: English, History.
- College program: Museum Studies and Curatorship.
Careers of Alumni Two-Five Years After Graduation
- assistant conservator
- assistant curator
- assistive technologies consultant
- client relationship manager
- college professor
- head interpreter
- social media coordinator
Develop Your Knowledge and Skills
At Laurier, develop these competencies through both curricular and co-curricular opportunities to help you achieve your goals for the future.
Functional Knowledge
- Understand how philosophy, culture, history and the context of a time influences 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accuracy of historical information, costume and context and provide direction and input on the development and use of historical reference, materials and props.
- Discover how information is sourced, valued and used in creating new knowledge.
Collaboration/Teamwork
- Work effectively as part of a team by identifying your role and contributing, leading, teaching, motivating and/or encouraging others for team success.
- Oversee, lead and/or contribute to a project including determining goals, planning details, making decisions and completing tasks.
- Demonstrate professional behaviour and an understanding of individual perspectives and diversity.
Communication
- Explain information, ideas and opinions effectively, both verbally and in writing, including arguing persuasively using relevant evidence.
- Probe for information by asking questions and listening, and engage in constructive conversations.
- Prepare interesting and informative reports and presentations for diverse audiences using current technology.
Problem Solving
- Identify and access a wide range of relevant information and resources.
- Learn, understand and critically interpret information and apply knowledge to new situations.
- Set priorities, meet deadlines and manage time, data and resources.
- Make well-reasoned decisions, think creatively, identify and consider all sides of an issue.
- Analyze and evaluate data to discuss, support and/or question ideas, opinions, reports, theories and proposals.