Does any one have a degree in 'Liberal Studies'? what jobs are available to you?

Question

I'm thinking about it but i also want a good job with good income.

Answer 1

I have a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts.  This degree IS NOT intended as specific career preparation unless you're planning to teach.  It is the "jack of all trades" degree of undergraduate study and serves a very good purpose for those that don't need or want a specific vocational education but would rather learn "lots of cool stuff".

It is excellent preparation for graduate school as long as you plan your coursework to meet the admission requirements of the program you want to enter for the master's degree.

It's also good preparation for those that want to write for a living.  The breadth of knowledge is needed in that career field these days.

You can usually plan the exact coursework of a major in liberal arts.  In this way, you can create all manner of interesting specializations that have value in the world.  The problem is that when you go to apply for jobs and put "liberal arts" as the major, HR will often say "we don't need a liberal artist this week".

The bottom line (just my opinion) is that the bachelor's in liberal arts serves those that do not need a degree in a specific discipline.  When asked "what do you do with a degree in that?" I generally respond "I think, very well."

"Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies" and "good job with good income" don't traditionally go together.  You'll need some quality work experience and personal achievements to accomplish that goal with that degree.

If you want to know "lots of cool stuff" just "because", then the Liberal Studies major is perfect.

It's also ideally suited for people that have a lot of college credit from many sources in a variety of fields who want to wrap a degree in anything.