What degree do you have or are pursuing in College?

[Abstract Art]

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econ/finance

[DotKritic]

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Started off Computer Science and switched to Psychology (with a focus on cognitive psych). Have been doing that for the past year and a half, but Accounting has been looking more attractive as the days go by. Dunno if I want to switch though, because that would be two and a half years that I've wasted.

I've wasted six.

Marine Biology
Culinary Arts
Business
Criminal Justice
Education
Engineering
Computer Science
Graphic Design
Game Design
Geography
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[TheThong]

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I've wasted six.

Marine Biology
Culinary Arts
Business
Criminal Justice
Education
Engineering
Computer Science
Graphic Design
Game Design
Geography
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Holy crap.

I'm doing a Bachelor of Registered Nursing at the moment. Graduate next year, woohoo! Thinking of taking a music course (or something else) in between since I've only got 3 topics for the rest of next year.

[bob bob]

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BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production (Film and TV)

Basically I get to make short films for 2 years before going to Uni

[darkshark]

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It's nice to see so many people on here who are pursuing higher education. While it's not for me, I applaud you all. Unless you went for graphic design.

[leonid]

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Computer Science because I can't do anything else

[kommisar]

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I have a culinary arts degree






big surprise

[ilikexd]

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pursuing a BA in Spanish

[EzExZeRo7497]

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Probably going to go for a degree in psychology 2 years later. If not probably creative writing.

[Emanresu13]

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i finally get this show on the road in january, it's long overdue. going for a b.s. in mathematics, because it's as close as i can get to philosophy, while still having practical value.

[Kinx]

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associate of science in physical therapist assistant B) it's fun.

[Zekramcross]

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Getting an Associate's in Computer Neworking and Cyber Security.

[Reincarnate]

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Maybe it's just me, but honestly, even at the Ivy League level, I felt like higher education is such an overpriced scam (that is perhaps too strong a word, but I do think in many ways it can be defended).

If it's knowledge you want, the internet is wide open. Private tutors are cheaper, too.

Ultimately, though, we want to learn from those who can teach good material effectively and help us learn. Sadly, even at expensive schools, the price tag does not ensure this. If it's problemsolving ability you want, you don't need a huge education to get it. Simply going through all the problems on Project Euler taught me a shitload about programming/mathematical insights (obviously this is just one example but my point is that sometimes higher education institutions are simply not necessary in various contexts).

Almost everything I learned at school could have been learned online, and I think this also applies for many other subjects, too. No doubt in my mind that the current education system will eventually become outmoded.

[Coolboyrulez0]

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From my experience I would argue that:
Schools aren't there to encourage creative problem solving but rather a set, tried-and-true approach which is quite a shame, in my opinion.
Additionally, I think it fails to adequately prepare you for the workforce. (unless, of course, you perform one function for hours at a time (flipping burgers, some factory jobs etc.), where creative input is not wanted or tolerated)

[cool110]

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Maybe it's just me, but honestly, even at the Ivy League level, I felt like higher education is such an overpriced scam (that is perhaps too strong a word, but I do think in many ways it can be defended).

If it's knowledge you want, the internet is wide open. Private tutors are cheaper, too.
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Well over here it's the best choice from a financial view. Tuition fees for home students are capped at £9,000 a year and a maintenance loan of up to £5,500 a year (£4,375 at home, £7,675 in London). In addition there is a non-repayable grant for low income families (£3,250 a year for less than £25,000).

Under the current student loan/tax system it's unlikely to be fully paid before the government writes it off after 30 years. Repayments are 9% of of pre-tax income above £21,000 with interest at the RPI plus 3% during study or with income above £41,000 down to just RPI with income below £21,000.