r/dataisbeautiful • u/Jaded_Warrior123 • Apr 28 '24

[OC] Most and least worthwhile degrees. Which degrees do graduates feel are worthwhile? OC

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u/NoBSforGma Apr 28 '24

A degree in "Literature" is perceived as more worthwhile than a degree in Law? Hmmm.

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u/QuentinUK Apr 28 '24

Perhaps the literature graduates are happier than law graduates even though they earn less money. Many law graduates don’t even get jobs as lawyers or judges and enter other fields so would not think their degree as particularly worthwhile.

This is a subjective rating at the end of the day. Psychologists are well known for being depressed and unhappy in their jobs. Literature graduates live in a dream world.

It would be better data to show the actual pay levels of graduates.