New research has revealed the most and least valuable university degrees, analysing the average salaries graduates will receive after their studies, reports The Manc.
The data from job search engine Adzuna found that those who study degrees such as business and economics will be facing the highest salaries once they graduate.
Careers in STEM - including physics, engineering, geography, marine biology and pharmaceutical sciences - are also included in the list of the top 10 most valuable degrees.
Medical degrees, unsurprisingly, also rank highly, with Adzuna saying: "Graduates with medicine degrees tend to become junior doctors, research associates, or scientists.
Marine Biology graduates have an average salary of £31,329. Credit: Unsplash
"Pay rates for junior doctors start at £29,384, but those who go onto further training and qualify as general practitioners (GPs) can expect to earn much more down the line.
"There are many other pathways available for medicine graduates too, including surgeons, paediatricians, and oncology specialists, although all require additional qualifications and training."
On to the degrees with less earning power then, and it's bad news for the arts.
Those who graduate in fields including English language or literature, fashion, film and media studies are all at the bottom of the pile in terms of average salaries after university.
Also in the lower end of the data are philosophy, criminology, politics, and hospitality and tourism.
The least valuable degree subject has been found to be fashion, with an average graduate salary of £23,832.
The 10 most valuable university degree subjects
Economics £36,178
Business £33,407
Medicine £33,023
Physics £32,335
Engineering £32,322
Geography £32,162
Mechanical Engineering £32,148
Marine Biology £31,329
French £31,311
Pharmaceutical Sciences £31,109
The 10 least valuable university degree subjects
Fashion £23,832
Film £24,878
Philosophy £25,428
English Language £26,143
Criminology £26,311
Media Studies £26,422
English Literature £26,461
Politics £26,746
Religious Studies £26,840
Hospitality & Tourism £26,850
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Two Leeds motorways named in the UK’s top 10 ‘most challenging’
Two motorways in and around Leeds have been named the ‘most challenging’ in the UK.
As part of MoneySuperMarket’s new Great British Motorway Report, new research has found that one in three UK motorists find motorway driving ‘stressful’ – despite more than 70 billion miles being travelled on Britain’s motorways each year.
From delays and congestion to high traffic levels, there are a number of factors that can contribute to driver stress levels.
But are some motorways more challenging for drivers than others? According to the data, yes. And two of the top 10 worst motorways in the UK are in and around Leeds.
Three Manchester motorways have been named in the UK’s top 10 ‘most challenging’ / Credit: pxfuel
To find out which are the most challenging, MoneySuperMarket analysed everything from collision rates and roadworks, to lane closures and driver feedback in order to reveal the top 10.
Leeds is home to three of the UK’s top 10 most challenging motorways – the M62, and the M621.
The M60, M25, and the M11 ranked as the UK’s most challenging motorways, with lengthy delays and a high number of incidents affecting their scores.
“If you’re feeling anxious, allow extra time for your journey so you don’t feel pressured to rush or make last-minute decisions,” commented Alicia Hempsted at MoneySuperMarket.
“Plan your route in advance, including where you’ll stop for breaks, as regular rest stops can help you stay alert and reduce stress on longer trips, and if you’re travelling alone, consider sharing your route with someone you trust if it helps you feel more comfortable.”
Deliveroo to bring robot food deliveries to Leeds in major UK rollout
Clementine Hall
Deliveroo and Coco Robotics are set to bring robot deliveries to Leeds through a new strategic partnership.
Next time you order a takeaway...let's just say, it could look a little different.
In the new exclusive partnership, Deliveroo and Coco Robotics are launching in multiple locations, beginning with Canary Wharf in London this October, before launching here in Leeds as well as Milton Keynes, Stockton on Tees and Nottingham in the coming weeks and months.
The rollout marks Coco Robotic's entry into the UK, extending the company’s broader expansion across Europe.
While the majority of orders will continue to be fulfilled by Deliveroo’s rider network, Coco’s fully electric robots are suited to short-distances and navigating urban environments, offering additional flexibility to local businesses on Deliveroo’s platform.
The robots operate at walking place, meaning they're able to move safely through busy streets whilst carrying orders directly to customers.
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Miki Kuusi, CEO at Deliveroo and Head of DoorDash International: “London is where Deliveroo was born, so it feels fitting that we’re launching our first UK autonomous delivery service with Coco Robotics here before expanding our exclusive partnership to more towns and cities nationwide, building on our partnership in other geographies.
“We see huge potential in autonomous delivery and we are looking forward to working with Coco to bring more flexibility to our delivery network, helping local restaurants and shops meet increasing consumer demand. We firmly believe that robot and drone technology should benefit High Street businesses of all sizes, helping them remain competitive and meet consumers in new ways.”
Councillor Tom Hinchcliffe, Leeds City Council’s executive member for transport and planning, said: "Our council is determined to embrace the opportunities offered by emerging technology. This approach has already helped establish Leeds as a location for hosting and advising on robot delivery trials.
“Supporting innovation means attracting investment. That's why we are now pleased to be working with Coco Robotics regarding the city’s future involvement in the UK rollout of their partnership with Deliveroo.
“We look forward to exploring the benefits that the rollout can bring to Leeds and its residents.”
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24th June 2022 
