Student Community
GOOD NEWS!
The official Sheffield Hallam History Society has been ratified.
Tune in here soon for updates on who our committee is for 2021/22, and what events and activities they have planned for the coming academic year.
In the meantime, why not explore your Students’ Union…
Reflections from our graduate community
Libby Harding
Libby Harding, originally from Barnard Castle, is now living in Durham after graduating from Sheffield Hallam with a first class degree in 2015. Following a stint working in retail, freelancing in the theatre and film industry, and dipping her toe in teaching, Libby has spent the last 3 years working for the Civil Service; HM Land Registry.
How Libby came to study BA History (hons) with us at SHU
Libby’s reflections on her employment opportunities after graduating with a First Class (hons) History degree from SHU
Helena Pearson
“My history degree enabled me to move on to a master’s degree in Human Resource Management at Sheffield Hallam without having to do an undergraduate degree in HR. I am now a HR Manager. A lot of the skills gained whilst completing my history degree were transferable and helped me greatly when studying and progressing into the HR career field, in particular the analytical, research and writing skills.”
"A lot of employers value the history degree and the skills gained from it. From teamwork, organisation and the timekeeping skills gained from completing a degree, to putting forward an argument backed up with evidence, attention to detail and analytical skills gained from a history degree. These skills have helped me greatly when dealing with a variety of HR issues in the workplace."
"I also made good friends and met my husband!"
Sean Barlow
Sean Barlow did a BA degree at Sheffield Hallam and then went on to work for a law firm for a year after he graduated. In 2016, Sean joined Northumbria Police Force as a Police Constable. He has worked in 24/7 response for the past four years.
