Graduates with this degree are employed in a range of jobs 鈥 see some examples below.
Note: Some of the jobs listed may require postgraduate study. See the 鈥楩urther study鈥 section.
Social researcher
- Designs and develops research projects
- Uses a range of quantitative and qualitative methods to gain insight
- Analyses and interprets data and findings
- Writes reports and briefings
Policy analyst / advisor
- Identifies and investigates issues and opportunities eg, in society, law or governance
- Interprets and consults on existing policies
- Prepares reports and recommends changes
Corporate anthropologist, ethnographic researcher, digital anthropologist
- Tailors products/services to people鈥檚 real needs
- Looks at the human side of search or selection
- Analyses human differences, appetite forchange and interaction on behalf of a business
- Assesses how culture can impact data and digital technologies (and vice versa)
Archaeologist
- Preserves archaeological sites
- Carries out excavations
- Helps restore monuments and sites
Librarian
- Categorises and catalogues library materials
- Selects materials for library use
- Helps customers find and use materials
Marketing officer / manager
- Collects and analyses market insight
- Prepares and implements marketing plans
- Works with others to promote goods or services
Museum officer
- Plans museum programmes
- Ensures security of items and arranges logistics
- Informs museum visitors
Digital content analyst / advisor
- Develops a brand strategy and online presence
- Increases web traffic and digital engagement
- Oversees digital marketing and online search
International aid worker
- Manages and assesses projects
- Supports long-term development
- Evaluates responses to emergency situations
Data analyst
- Collects, analyses and interprets data
- Identifies and forecasts trends and needs
- Presents information to assist decision-making
Business development manager, sales specialist
- Identifies and develops new markets or business
- Manages client relationships and presentations
- Implements sales and marketing strategies
Curator
- Chooses display items at museums or galleries
- Manages collections and exhibitions
- Conducts research and communicates details
Entrepreneur and CEO
- Develops an idea to form their own business
- Gets involved in a start-up
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