as well as philosophy even though i would have to go to college for an extra year..
2007-07-23 11:33:44 · 12 answers · asked by kevinhoegle 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
The two employed philosophy majors I know also majored in business. Although the philosophy degree did not help either to obtain his current position, it seems to have given both an edge in doing their jobs. In particular, they are less confused and communicate more clearly than their peers. Double majoring in business would probably add more than one year, but I suggest considering it.
Definitely, though, double major in SOMETHING now and take the extra year or years at the undergraduate tuition rate.
2007-07-23 13:55:19 · answer #1 · answered by Beth H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't waste your time in the social sciences, no matter how interested you are in the topic. The jobs you get in these types of fields (BA in philosophy, psychology, sociology, women's studies, etc...) will land you a low paying career in a high stress field like a social worker. The only way to ever make money as a philosophy major is to get a PhD in philosophy and become a professor... that could take years. If you want to study philosophy, do it on your own, but don't do it through college... it's highly interesting, but a waste of time degree that you paid for. If you do double major, the second major should be something practical, like business or nursing. Political Science is okay if you are sure you want to get into politics or law, which means a continuation in your education with a Master's degree or law school, but it has no other practical application. I was almost a philosophy major, and if I took that road, I'd be pan handling at this point... the knowledge is irreplaceable, but the degree is useless. Decide what you want to "be when you grow up." Ask yourself what type of life style you want to live, which includes pay and work hours. Do research about that chosen field to see if it's right for you and if it's something you can achieve. The "wrong"degree that you worked so hard for can destroy you life.
2007-07-23 11:48:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋
A philosophy major isn't good for much, but then again is good for everything, just not itself.
You either need to teach, which will be hard because if you try to TEACH people anything you will be fired, just would have to keep repeating people who said stuff 2000 years ago, and who are no longer relevent to anything.
Or you could get another major, any other major really, and apply philosophy.
Philosophy is the backbone to Academia, it's just not used correctly. Do me a favor and never stop seeking answers instead of constantly seeking to make the questions immortal.
2007-07-23 11:40:33 · answer #3 · answered by bsumser 2 · 1⤊ 6⤋
Jobs To Do With Philosophy
2016-12-18 04:57:06 · answer #4 · answered by sawvell 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
gotta say i did a major in philosophy with a minor in politics, and now im a barman.
dont get me wrong, im sure there are jobs you can get with it, but i wasnt up for looking for them, and what i did find wasnt what i wanted.
i think another poster has put it best "learn something not just debating" i think that the people i spoke to about jobs thought that this was all i learned on my course, and i guess i didnt do enough to disuade them, and to focus on the core skills that all graduates learn, reserch, clarity of thought, sustaining a point of view etc... i think philosophy probably teaches you these as well as it is possible, simply because it is a very abstract subject.
essentialy if you think you can sell those skills to an employer then i would do just the philosophy if i was you. basicaly tho i think the options are waited in favour of
a)academia
b)teaching
c)a 'graduate' job that could be got with a diffrent degree.
if you do philosophy.
2007-07-23 11:51:35 · answer #5 · answered by richard 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I did a philosophy major and finance post grad. I had kick *** analytical skills that I used as a Business Analyst and could run rings round most graduates or managers, but nowadays I wonder if I have burnt out a bit. So be careful what you wish for as philosophy can take you far. Never underestimate logic in a fad driven world, and screw the politics compromise.
2013-11-16 01:32:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only really good job for a philosophy major is to be a philosophy teacher. That's about it. Really I think you should only minor in Philosophy and Major in something else, maybe Political Science like you said.
2007-07-23 11:39:00 · answer #7 · answered by cuteness 4 · 0⤊ 5⤋
Philosophy is not a practical degree. The classifieds have never advertised "philosopher wanted". A philosophy major can definitely be utilized in a number of fields, however, unless you plan to teach, the job market is rather scant.
PoliSci opens up more opportunities.
While many professions will request "a degree in X or a similar field" it is very difficult to tie in a philosophy major.
2007-07-23 13:26:20 · answer #8 · answered by guru 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Double majoring in Philosophy, and Poli Sci is a great idea!!!
that way you can really sit and think about why you can't get a job!
super!
2007-07-23 11:51:43 · answer #9 · answered by sunflowerpinwheel 4 · 1⤊ 7⤋
If you do a double major, make it philosophy and business. Philosophy is excellent for business because it teaches you to analyze problems in an objective point of view, and to also consider all of your options, both of which are extremely important in the business world.
2007-07-23 14:50:24 · answer #10 · answered by sophia100 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋