The workplace looks and feels a lot different than 20 years ago, or even five years ago in many industries changed forever by the pandemic. Different jobs. Different approaches to those jobs.
So, does that mean students are studying different subjects in college or pursuing different ‘majors’?
Surprisingly, not so much, according to a study this year by an online tutoring marketplace called ‘Wiingy.’ The firm conducted a study to determine the most popular college majors in each state according to their Google search popularity.
The average number of monthly Google searches over the past 12 months for terms relating to different college majors, such as ‘communications degree,’ ‘biology major,’ or ‘study nursing,’ (examples) were analyzed and adjusted to each state’s population to calculate the rankings.
In Michigan, Psychology was identified as the most popular major, with an average of 9.53 Google searches per month per 100,000 people. While not the most traditional science, the subject is overwhelmingly popular among young people, with millions flocking to study the mind and deconstruct human behavior.
Following in second was Computer Science, generating an average of 7.56 monthly searches per 100,000 people. Computer science has surged in popularity in recent years; the subject is one of the most relevant and employable for students in the digital age, and many workplaces prioritize candidates with computer skills.
Third was Music, which produced 7.11 searches per 100,000 people on average per month. Music is a popular choice at traditional universities, liberal arts colleges, and specialist performing arts institutions. The major is beloved among students with a creative flair but can also combine technical and historical elements.
Ranking fourth was Social Work, with an average monthly Google search volume of 6.63 per 100,000 people. A social work degree is great for people wanting to help others and the wider community. People who become social workers can often specialise in a single field, such as mental health, disability and domestic abuse.
Rounding out the top five was Communications, which generated an average of 6.52 monthly searches per 100,000 people. Majoring in communications will allow students to explore many of society’s most important means of public information and communication, such as social media, publicity, journalism, and more.
Data courtesy of https://wiingy.com/
