Alright, so I guess this one's a bit out there. I've always had eccentric interests and I imagine that extending to my college major. So, hit me - what are some of the most unconventional, bizarre, or downright strange college degrees you've come across?
Sure, I can definitely throw out a few unique college degrees that I've come across!
1. Bowling Industry Management and Technology: Vincennes University in Indiana offers a program dedicated to all things bowling. Students learn everything from pinsetter mechanics and lane care to pro shop operations and snack bar management.
2. Theme Park Engineering: Offered by the University of Central Florida, this degree merges civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering with an understanding of art and business management, all aimed towards creating a magical theme park experience.
3. Puppetry: The University of Connecticut is home to the Puppet Arts Program. It offers BFA, MA, and MFA degrees in Puppetry. Isn’t that something?
4. Fermentation Sciences: Appalachian State University in North Carolina offers this course which is a detailed study of brewing, distillation and fermentation.
5. Bagpiping: If Scottish music has always been the sound of your soul, Carnegie Mellon University offers a degree with specialization in bagpiping.
6. Astrobiology: If you're interested in life on other planets, the University of Washington offers a dual-title Ph.D. program in Astrobiology, examining the potential for life beyond Earth.
Remember that while these degrees sound novel, they each suit students with very particular career goals and are not necessarily for everyone. It's important to explore all facets of a program before deciding to pursue it!
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