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paleography

ESCO reuse: sector-specific

The study of handwriting and its processes and forms to decipher, interpret and transcribe ancient manuscripts and handwriting styles from different historical periods.

paleography — the study of handwriting and its processes and forms to decipher, interpret and transcribe ancient manuscripts and handwriting styles from different historical periods. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge.

Category: knowledge › history and archaeology Also known as: palaeography, ancient text interpretation

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Frequently asked questions

What is paleography?

The study of handwriting and its processes and forms to decipher, interpret and transcribe ancient manuscripts and handwriting styles from different historical periods.

What category of skill is paleography?

ESCO classifies paleography under the knowledge category, specifically in the history and archaeology subcategory.

How transferable is paleography between industries?

ESCO tags paleography as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.

Is paleography the same as palaeography?

Yes — paleography is also known as palaeography, or ancient text interpretation. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.

How can I learn paleography?

The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands paleography and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.

Data: ESCO v1.2.1 (CC-BY-4.0). Durability framework informed by McKinsey Global Institute (Nov 2025). See our methodology.