Psychology Degree: Realist Perception in 2020

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the perception of psychology degrees, particularly whether they are viewed as legitimate or as "joke degrees." Participants explore the implications of pursuing a psychology degree versus other fields, such as engineering or law, and the potential career paths available to graduates.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants question whether psychology is considered a "joke degree," suggesting that many people successfully build careers with this degree.
  • Others argue that pursuing a career as a research or clinical psychologist requires significant time and effort.
  • It is noted that individuals are not necessarily confined to careers directly related to their degrees, as many graduates from various fields may not work in their specific area of study.
  • One participant expresses a bias towards technical degrees but acknowledges that useful skills can be learned from any degree, emphasizing the importance of applying knowledge productively.
  • Another participant reflects on the uncertainty of career outcomes, suggesting that success may depend on individual choices and circumstances rather than the degree itself.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the legitimacy of psychology degrees, with some defending their value while others remain skeptical. The discussion does not reach a consensus on whether psychology is a "joke degree."

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal experiences and perceptions, which may not be universally applicable. The discussion includes varied opinions on the relationship between degree choice and career success.

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is that psychology consider as an "funny joke degree"?? in overwhelmingly majority of the realist on now instant of decade.
 
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Try that again with a complete thought
 
Woopydalan said:
Try that again with a complete thought

but that was true! i was nearly being dissuaded last time what was an college consultant told me.I was confounded totally
 
doey said:
is that psychology consider as an "funny joke degree"??

Many people do make a living with a psychology degree.

in overwhelmingly majority of the realist on now instant of decade.

I have no idea what you are trying to say here. :confused:
 
doey said:
is that psychology consider as an "funny joke degree"?? in overwhelmingly majority of the realist on now instant of decade.

If you want to become a research or clinical psychologist it will take a lot of time and effort.

Also remember people aren't tied down to their degree choice: maybe some degrees like medicine but even people that take (and complete) engineering, and law degrees won't necessarily become engineers or lawyers.

Also in terms of 'joke' degrees, while I am biased towards technical degrees, it doesn't mean you won't learn anything useful. The most important thing you will do is to actually use what you learn in a productive way and this is by no means restricted to your choice of degree.

If you make use of what you have learned in a productive way, then in my mind you're already 3/4's there. Also this doesn't just mean in a job or career, this is for anything that comes up in your life.
 
jtbell said:
Many people do make a living with a psychology degree.
I have no idea what you are trying to say here. :confused:

beg pardon for my broken English,that means now decade of generation are trying to appointed and agree that what I stated above.
 
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chiro said:
If you want to become a research or clinical psychologist it will take a lot of time and effort.

Also remember people aren't tied down to their degree choice: maybe some degrees like medicine but even people that take (and complete) engineering, and law degrees won't necessarily become engineers or lawyers.

Also in terms of 'joke' degrees, while I am biased towards technical degrees, it doesn't mean you won't learn anything useful. The most important thing you will do is to actually use what you learn in a productive way and this is by no means restricted to your choice of degree.

If you make use of what you have learned in a productive way, then in my mind you're already 3/4's there. Also this doesn't just mean in a job or career, this is for anything that comes up in your life.
get that,that mean I must have self-preparation on this, I may be a fisher man ,even come out with a law's degree holder.Seem it quite consider as playing on fate then I am wondering how they can so assure that they might live more cushy in choosing an engineering compare to pure physics :confused:
 

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