As the job landscape changes, more universities are offering niche courses allowing students to learn specialised skills and earn future-proof job qualifications. Others are offering pop culture-focused courses, where students can have fun learning about their interests at a university level – from analysing Taylor Swift lyrics to deep-diving into the literary themes of Harry Potter.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Which of these exciting study options is attracting the most interest? We looked at some of the most unusual uni courses out there, and analysed the online search volume and Instagram hashtags relating to these courses to determine their popularity. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Here are the top 10 unusual courses being offered at <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>UK universities<\/a><\/a> right now:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Offered by:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> University of Chester<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n About the course:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> This degree looks at the science behind the behaviour of animals, from mammals to amphibians and even invertebrates. Combined with Biology or Psychology, this course gives you the chance to become a fully-fledged “animal whisperer” – understanding the behaviour of wild animals in the contexts of ecology, conservation and welfare.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Check it out<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fresh student accommodation in Chester<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Offered by:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> The University of Edinburgh<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n About the course:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> The University of Edinburgh’s Koestler Parapsychology Unit gives students the chance to study the fascinating topics of extrasensory perception (ESP) and psychokinesis (PK). The course looks at the history and implications of parapsychology, beliefs around the paranormal, critical thinking about parapsychology, and how psychic claims may be tested. Perfect for those with an interest in the weirder side of life.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Check it out<\/a> (Note: This course is temporarily paused as of July 2023)<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fresh student accommodation in Edinburgh<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Offered by:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> Durham University<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n About the course:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> Get a taste of Hogwarts life by delving into the world of Harry Potter in this uni course. Students will examine the wildly popular Harry Potter phenomenon and learn about placing it in a social, cultural and educational context. Topics include “Gryffindor and Slytherin: prejudice and intolerance in the classroom”, “Myths and models: the power of educational examples”, and “Ideals of manhood: courage, ingenuity and integrity”. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Check it out<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fresh student accommodation in Durham<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Offered by: <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>Cornwall College<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n About the course:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> This is for golfers who are ready to take their game to the next level, learning to compete at a tournament level. The three-year course focuses on preparing golf-loving students physically, mentally, technically and tactically for a career in the golfing world. Some students go on to compete in tournaments, while others secure job placements at golfing resorts.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Check it out<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Offered by:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> University of Kent<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\nWeird and Wild University Courses Ranked by Popularity <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
1. BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Psychology <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
2. Parapsychology <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
3. Harry Potter and the Age of Illusion <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
4. BSc (Hons) Tournament Golf <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
5. Stand-Up Comedy<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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