History: Cherish the past, embrace the future!

Open and exciting career opportunities for those who love History and study History

Have you ever thought that studying History can only make you a history teacher or a history researcher? It is true that a history teacher or researcher is usually trained properly at a university. But if you graduate from History at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (Vietnam National University, Hanoi), with a very broad background knowledge of history, culture, politics, society;... systematic and modern scientific research methods; quite comprehensive skills in writing, presenting; organizational thinking, management,... as well as foreign language skills, the opportunity to find a suitable job is extremely open. You can become:
 

State officials: Research work at national institutes and research centers, state agencies, foreign organizations in Vietnam, social organizations with professional requirements related to historical, political and cultural knowledge: Central Propaganda Department and provinces and cities; National museums, local museums and galleries; Institute of Archeology, Institute of Cultural Research; National libraries, libraries of provinces and cities;...

 Staff working in document translation: History students learn about Han Nom, improve their foreign language skills and experience in contacting and researching foreign documents (English, French, Russian, Chinese, etc.). Therefore, those who love translation can completely become a researcher, translation specialist at Institutes, Archive Centers or translate documents themselves for publication.

 Lecturer, teacher of history at universities, colleges, vocational schools, high schools, and junior high schools across the country.

 Manager: Manage historical documents, museums, historical sites at the central and local levels.
 Historical and cultural consultant for domestic and foreign companies and corporations operating in the fields of production and trading of goods, products and services related to the history and culture, country and people of Vietnam.

 Editor, writer: Work as a journalist, editor, reporter, or broadcaster at press and media agencies (TV stations, national or local radio stations; etc.), industry magazines, publishing companies, book and comic book distributors, etc. Or participate in writing articles and short stories for publishers.

 Tour guide: At famous tourist areas, museums, travel companies…

 Other majors: With diverse and profound knowledge of history, culture, politics and scientific working methods along with many skills and qualities equipped during your studies: teamwork, observing and handling problems comprehensively and thoroughly, presentation skills, creative and independent thinking; humane qualities, honesty, objectivity, daring to take responsibility, ... many students majoring in history have succeeded in many positions: Marketing and communications director of large economic corporations; business team leader, market development, human resource management, ... of joint venture companies or 100% foreign-owned companies.

It is not difficult for you to find the names of politicians, leading historical researchers of the country; businessmen, recruiters, journalists, editors, announcers, program hosts, translators, famous history teachers of the country... who have studied at the Faculty of History, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU!

 
History is currently taught as one of the basic and key sciences at many universities across the country. But why should you choose the History Department at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU Hanoi:

- It is the oldest historical training and research unit in the country, established and developed with the establishment of the University (1956). With its special achievements and contributions, the Faculty of History was honored to be awarded the title by the Party and the State.Hero of labor in the renovation periodin 2000.

- It is the birthplace of many generations of historians, culturalists and politicians famous throughout the country, from the enlightened generation such as Professor Dao Duy Anh, Professor Tran Van Giau, Professor Tran Duc Thao..., to the excellent next generation such as Professor Dinh Xuan Lam, Professor Phan Huy Le, Professor Tran Quoc Vuong, Professor Ha Van Tan ("Four pillars" of the "General History" school)...; politicians such as Professor Le Xuan Tung, Professor Phung Huu Phu...; revolutionary soldiers such as Le Anh Xuan.
- The only historical training and research unit in the country that has established its own "General History" School with high prestige and great influence domestically and internationally. That is the "school" of History with fundamental, comprehensive knowledge of history; thinking methods, approaches and problem solving, comprehensive and logical views of problems based on a system of extremely rich and reliable documents; linking historical knowledge with real life, helping to solve problems that real life is posing.
- A humanistic learning environment, imbued with tradition but very dynamic, modern, open: updating the latest achievements of world historical science, modern teaching methods, combining many diverse forms of learning: learning in the classroom, museum, traditional house, field, ethnographic practice, archeology, ... the hours will become interesting, you will be provided with extremely useful knowledge and many necessary skills for your future life. With the philosophy of "mutual education" (teachers and learners interact and support each other to grow together), students are always encouraged to freely express and defend their personal views and perspectives on an issue, event, character or historical process if they find valid data.
- Multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, multi-field training, with many new majors to meet the needs of society for high-quality human resources: Vietnamese history, world history, history of the Communist Party of Vietnam, cultural studies and Vietnamese cultural history; archaeology, urban history... very convenient for you to choose a major that suits your strengths, interests and career orientation.
- Closely combining training and scientific research: students are encouraged and supported to the maximum to be able to have research projects at all levels (school, national university, ministry level), or articles published in prestigious domestic and international journals right from their first year if you have enough passion and courage. This is also one of the most important strengths that make up the brand of the History and Humanities industry.
- Enjoy the conditions in the "ecosystem" of Hanoi National University including facilities, scientific archives, dormitories, opportunities to study for dual degrees and postgraduate degrees in other majors of Hanoi National University; especially many domestic and international scholarships. History students can receive scholarships with full tuition exemption, accommodation, monthly living expenses support (total scholarship amount can be up to 50 million VND/1 student/1 academic year). The Faculty of History currently has 2 separate scholarship funds, Le Van Huu Scholarship and Dinh Xuan Lam Scholarship awarded to students with achievements (total scholarship amount is about 200 million/year).
- In addition, from the 2021-2022 academic year, with the accreditation certificate according to AUN-QA standards, History students will be considered for direct admission to Master's degree if they graduate from a regular university with the right major with a Good grade or higher within 12 months (from the time of application submission).

 

"To study History, the first important quality is to love history and culture" - Associate Professor, Dr. Vu Van Quan emphasized - "This is not a major that immediately brings high income. However, those who are passionate, persistent, overcome hardships and stick with it, the speed will be different but will definitely succeed, will be compensated accordingly. Moreover, those who, even after finishing university but do not continue to study History, with the knowledge foundation, thinking methods, ability to detect and solve problems in science and life of History graduates, are still an advantage that not all majors have.".

History students are taught a broad background of history - culture and social sciences and humanities, combined with a solid historical mindset and dynamism - it is not difficult to enter the labor market in many different job positions. The employment rate of graduates is quite high, many of whom are successful in management, science, teaching... History students with a foundation of traditional Vietnamese cultural knowledge and regional and world cultural knowledge are also successful in the fields of journalism, communications, tourism, culture, business, finance, administration...

Studying at the Faculty of History, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, you will always be encouraged and given the opportunity to pursue your passion for researching the vast historical knowledge of mankind, with opportunities to study and exchange domestically and internationally, participate in national and international forums, seminars, and scientific discussions on historical issues, and participate in very useful field trips, internships, and practical experiences. As long as you have a passion and love for History, you will certainly have many opportunities to succeed with your choice!