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Does anyone know the earning potential of a Philosophy graduate?
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With respect, I doubt that is true.
I know 3 philosophy graduates all of whom are doing rather well.
One in the NHS (non-medical). Little opportunity to progress, been stuck at £26k for 4 years (aged 31).
One works for a charity. Does great things but they can't afford to pay more than £23k per year (aged 33).
The other is currently a SAHM, but was an admin assistant for a building company earning £17k per year (aged 30).
Why ask if you're not prepared to believe the responses?Trying to be a man is a waste of a woman0 -
I suspect a Maths degree may be of use in that field.
Analytical ability- not maths degree.
Thanks for the implied condensation.“Washing one's hands of the conflict between the powerful and the powerless means to side with the powerful, not to be neutral. ”
― Paulo Freire, Pedagogy of the Oppressed0 -
notanewuser wrote: »One in the NHS (non-medical). Little opportunity to progress, been stuck at £26k for 4 years (aged 31).
One works for a charity. Does great things but they can't afford to pay more than £23k per year (aged 33).
The other is currently a SAHM, but was an admin assistant for a building company earning £17k per year (aged 30).
Why ask if you're not prepared to believe the responses?
Its not that I don't believe it-
26k is a decent salary at 31.
23k has chosen to work in a charitable sector.
and the last one well that happens
“Washing one's hands of the conflict between the powerful and the powerless means to side with the powerful, not to be neutral. ”
― Paulo Freire, Pedagogy of the Oppressed0 -
Its not that I don't believe it-
26k is a decent salary at 31.
23k has chosen to work in a charitable sector.
and the last one well that happens
DH, computer science graduate, 37, £100k+ per year.
Me, late graduate in HR, business and finance, 35, potential earnings £60k+ (part time)
Friend 1, optician, 34, earnings around £75k per annum
Friend 2, partner at law firm (law degree), 35, £80k+ per annum
Friend 3, marketing manager for a uni (English degree), 35, £40k per annum
Do I need to go on.....?Trying to be a man is a waste of a woman0 -
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No, not really.notanewuser wrote: »DH, computer science graduate, 37, £100k+ per year.
Me, late graduate in HR, business and finance, 35, potential earnings £60k+ (part time)
Friend 1, optician, 34, earnings around £75k per annum
Friend 2, partner at law firm (law degree), 35, £80k+ per annum
Friend 3, marketing manager for a uni (English degree), 35, £40k per annum
Do I need to go on.....?“Washing one's hands of the conflict between the powerful and the powerless means to side with the powerful, not to be neutral. ”
― Paulo Freire, Pedagogy of the Oppressed0 -
I would encourage you to do a non law degree if you want to study law. Law degrees teach you about the law and that's all. Lawyers are involved in complex cases that do not just require an interpretation of the law. That is actually quite straightforward. A good lawyer will understand the context in which litigation or criminal defence sits. That you will NOT get from a law degree.
Philosophy is a good grounding. Classics maybe even better as you get an appreciation of civilisation, philosophy, law, history, literature etc. Probably one of the best placed degrees for a career in law.Eat vegetables and fear no creditors, rather than eat duck and hide.0 -
With all these people citing their friends who did philosophy and now earn X i'm glad no one is suggesting they know anything about statistics.
Anyhoo.. no one can tell you your earning potential. We don't know if you'll finish your degree, or get a 1st/2.1/2.2... whether you'll decide to do a masters, if you've got any work experience or connections that might help you get into law. We don't know if you're prepared to travel or sacrifice 'life' for work, or where you want to live.
I know a law graduate from Cambridge earning !!!!!! all, living with their parents at 33. I know 'American history' graduates earning > £130k. Personally I've turned down 'risky' 6 figure jobs (I didn't fancy contracting) for a more secure family life.. so I know my current earning potential is about £55k to £120k. You'll find your earning potential changes quite a bit, and isn't always 'up'. Oh, and that earning potential is only there when a job is on offer.
All I can tell you is that your path in life will have waves and crests. You'll find that the more you learn, the less you realise you know (hence you think you know everything when you're a teenager). Your earning potential is not a barometer for your self worth, but merely a figure that shows how 'unique' your skills and experience are. Make sure to enjoy your 20s before you settle down. A degree won't instantly bump that up since there are loads of graduates out there. You'll need to find a way to give yourself a 'USP' (Unique selling point) at some point. Most people find that's qualifications + experience. Get that 'work' experience in early, and make it relevant.
Here endeth the lesson to my 18 year old self (but you can listen too if you like)
BTW - i once also thought that £26k was a good salary. Get onto a good career path and you'll quickly change your mind.0 -
ringo_24601 wrote: »With all these people citing their friends who did philosophy and now earn X i'm glad no one is suggesting they know anything about statistics.
Anyhoo.. no one can tell you your earning potential. We don't know if you'll finish your degree, or get a 1st/2.1/2.2... whether you'll decide to do a masters, if you've got any work experience or connections that might help you get into law. We don't know if you're prepared to travel or sacrifice 'life' for work, or where you want to live.
I know a law graduate from Cambridge earning !!!!!! all, living with their parents at 33. I know 'American history' graduates earning > £130k. Personally I've turned down 'risky' 6 figure jobs (I didn't fancy contracting) for a more secure family life.. so I know my current earning potential is about £55k to £120k. You'll find your earning potential changes quite a bit, and isn't always 'up'. Oh, and that earning potential is only there when a job is on offer.
All I can tell you is that your path in life will have waves and crests. You'll find that the more you learn, the less you realise you know (hence you think you know everything when you're a teenager). Your earning potential is not a barometer for your self worth, but merely a figure that shows how 'unique' your skills and experience are. Make sure to enjoy your 20s before you settle down. A degree won't instantly bump that up since there are loads of graduates out there. You'll need to find a way to give yourself a 'USP' (Unique selling point) at some point. Most people find that's qualifications + experience. Get that 'work' experience in early, and make it relevant.
Here endeth the lesson to my 18 year old self (but you can listen too if you like)
BTW - i once also thought that £26k was a good salary. Get onto a good career path and you'll quickly change your mind.
I know that, Shakespeare told me.
"The fool thinks himself to be wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool".
and thanks for the useful advice and lack of condescension. “Washing one's hands of the conflict between the powerful and the powerless means to side with the powerful, not to be neutral. ”
― Paulo Freire, Pedagogy of the Oppressed0
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