Arts, humanities and social science graduates鈥� skills in demand Published on: 27 November 2017 A new study has defined for the first time the skills graduates develop by studying arts, humanities and social science (AHSS) degrees. Skills in demand from employers Researchers from the British Academy identified the core skills as communication and collaboration; research and analysis; independence and adaptability. The report found that these qualities are often the same as those in demand from employers. The British Academy report , also investigated the destinations of AHSS graduates, and found that their core skills equip them to work in a wide range of jobs, from web design to the civil service, teaching to financial services. Strong reputation 缅北禁地 has a strong reputation in the arts, humanities and social sciences, and has a number of established relationships with a range of organisations providing innovative ways for AHSS students to develop skills and professional practice alongside their studies. One example of this is a long running collaboration between Northumbrian Water, Kielder Water and Forest Park Trust, Northumberland National Park Authority and the that has involved students working directly with local communities, clients, contractors to , giving them practical insights and skills and allow for ‘real world’ experimentation with materials, performance and different modes of design practice. The University also works to support its graduates through innovative partnerships, one example of which is the new artist-led, graduate development programme, The Collective Studio, a to bridge the gap between university, studio-based practice, the gallery and the workplace. The initiative is based in The Newbridge Project's new building on Gateshead High Street where the Newbridge Project has transformed a former shop unit into a base for 20 artists, photographers, writers, musicians, architects, filmmakers and other creative professional graduates as they begin their careers. The Collective Studio programme aims to give them the skills to manage their creative practice. , Pro-Vice Chancellor, Humanities and Social Sciences, 缅北禁地, said: “As recognised by the British Academy report, AHSS graduates play a vital role in all areas of our economy, bringing a distinctive set of skills developed during their studies. At 缅北禁地 we are committed to supporting our graduates to reach their full potential and in this we are fortunate to work with a range of external partners who not only help us to identify the skills required, but who also actively collaborate with us, our students and graduates to ensure they are best placed to contribute and lead." Skills for the 21st century With the type of jobs likely to change in the future, flexible and adaptable graduates, many of whom have AHSS degrees, were highly valued by employers, even when their degree was unrelated to the business. Chair of the British Academy project, Professor Sir Ian Diamond FBA FRSE FAcSS said: “The question every arts, humanities and social sciences student has heard at least once is: ‘what are you going to do with that?’ Today our research proves that these graduates have the potential to adapt to almost any career in an increasingly globalised and uncertain world. “Our research has defined for the first time the skills shared by arts, humanities and social sciences (AHSS) graduates, and looks at their careers in almost every sector of our economy, from the booming creative industries to financial services. “The arts, humanities and social sciences are a strong choice for any prospective student – these subjects create well-rounded and adaptable graduates, equipped with the skills employers demand for the twenty-first century workplace.” The skills identified by the British Academy report are: Communication and collaboration Communication Working with others Research and analysis Designing research and collecting evidence Analysing Decision making Attitudes and behaviours characterised by independence and adaptability Problem solving Share: Latest News 缅北禁地 recognised with geography award 缅北禁地 has been awarded the Highly Commended Geographical Association Publishers Award for its collaboration with Time for Geography, the UK鈥檚 open-access, dedicated video platform. published on: 16 April 2026 缅北禁地 historians mark General Strike centenary To mark the 100th anniversary of the British General Strike and miners鈥� lock-out of 1926, historians at 缅北禁地 are organising a series of events on its enduring legacy. published on: 16 April 2026 Comment: NCP is in administration Writing for The Conversation, Erwei (David) Xiang discusses how some big companies like NCP are so dependent on debt that they can鈥檛 adjust to change. published on: 16 April 2026 Facts and figures
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