Archaeology is very professional, and the career choice is really narrow. Mainly to museums, archaeological research institutes, universities or scientific research units to engage in teaching or scientific research, or to work in exhibition companies, auction houses, cultural relics shops or customs, engaged in exhibition design, cultural relics protection, antique appraisal and auction. Of course, most undergraduates majoring in archaeology will take the postgraduate entrance examination or go abroad for further study. Through further study, students will choose a certain field of archaeology as their lifelong struggle direction.
According to the data collected by friends, the monthly salary of archaeological employment in China is 4500-5999 yuan, accounting for 36%, with an average monthly salary of 6800 yuan. In addition, in 20 19, the demand for archaeological graduates in the talent recruitment market also increased by 5 percentage points compared with 20 18. Among the recruitment information, 1-3 years' work experience accounts for the most, reaching 7 1%, and undergraduate education accounts for the most, reaching 54%.
Archaeology has never become a so-called hot major after the resumption of the college entrance examination. But from the perspective of social and archaeological development, its status is increasing day by day. Its value lies in making the past serve the present and making the past serve the present. China's traditional culture has a long history and is profound, and archaeology is the key to it. The development of archaeology in China, from supplementing history with classics to writing history, to establishing an archaeological system with China characteristics, has enabled China to make a voice in the world archaeological field, from studying epitaphs to integrating into society, and is playing an increasingly important role in discovering, protecting and making good use of cultural heritage.
Employment direction
1, college teachers
For most unpopular majors, staying in school as a teacher is a good choice. And for those students who have a strong interest in archaeology, staying in colleges and universities is not only stable, but also can continue to engage in professional research.
However, with the rise of academic qualifications, it is usually necessary to have a doctoral degree or above to stay in school and teach. The road is long and the task is arduous.
2, research institute, cultural protection personnel
After graduation, I will enter archaeological research institutes, cultural relics protection centers and museums to engage in archaeological research, cultural relics protection and other related work, which is also the main market demand of this major.
This kind of occupation often gives people the impression that people often sweep the soil with small brushes on TV. In fact, behind the glamorous cultural relics displayed in the museum is their little sweat and hard work.
3. Professional journalists, producers, editors, etc.
He has solid professional knowledge and has been involved in archaeological and historical related professional fields, such as journalists who report new archaeological discoveries and the protection of cultural relics and sites, or producers of such columns as Exploration and Discovery.
4. Identification of cultural relics
General master's degree will have this direction, which needs to be combined with practice. If you are experienced, you can easily enter a professional institution or do private appraisal.
5. Cultural relics restoration
As shown in "I am repairing cultural relics in the Forbidden City", this is a job that requires perseverance, patience and care. It is far away from the hustle and bustle of the world, pursues the realm of the unity of things and me, and tries its best to restore the vitality of cultural relics with its own "hand of mending the sky".
Cultural relics are the best testimony of a nation's history. If you are passionate about history and have the spirit of protecting national culture, this job will satisfy your inner feelings.
Archaeology is a very professional field. If you want to go to a higher academic field, you can also apply for graduate students or go abroad for further study. This major is suitable for civil servants and postgraduate entrance examination.