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Cripes..son wants to study Philosophy !

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Boringoldmum · 14/10/2017 22:30

Apologies in advance to any philosophers out there but ds17 has Aspergers and is in final year at school so applying to Uni's etc. Wants to do an Arts degree and is looking at a joint honours degree in Philosophy and either History or German. he really struggles with friends/peers etc but relates well to adults..the thing is he is really going to struggle finding a job I think afterwards as he will find it difficult to do a successful interview given his difficulties. But with something like Philosophy what on earth will he be able to apply for? Torn between encouraging him to change to more standard straightforward subjects or letting him follow his hearts desire and study Philosophy. What would people advise ....study what you love or maximise job prospects by choosing different subjects?

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OllyBJolly · 16/10/2017 14:04

My first degree is Philosophy. It was great for assimilating information, self discipline, structured thinking and problem-solving.

I've had a varied career which has included sales & marketing, IT and board positions. I now run my own business. No regrets. I know lots of lawyers/accountants/medics who regret their vocational degrees that channelled them into careers.

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