For me, deciding what to study was a difficult decision because I was constantly worrying about what sort of job I would be able to secure with my degree. Being an English Literature graduate, it turned out my options were actually far more limited than I originally thought. For some though, university courses are an excuse to study some pretty diverse and ‘interesting’ subjects.

From Harry Potter to David Beckham, all the way to underwater basket weaving, some universities are clearly intent on handing out some suspicious looking degrees to people.

You might struggle to believe it at first, but here are 18 unusual university degrees that you can actually study.

1. Brewing and Distilling

Beer is an important part of the life of most men, so why not get a degree in the amber nectar? The perfect excuse to start drinking at 8am, this course is guaranteed to get you smashed a decent grade.

2.Puppetry, Design and Performance

Who hasn’t wanted to be a full-time puppeteer? I know I have. At least after this odd course you’ll be adept with your hands and have a great talent for voiceover work.

3. Digital and Social Media

Only a few years ago social media was this fad that would never catch on, and now our youth are studying it at degree level. Not the most obvious career path, but one that is now very real thanks to courses like this.

4. Arguing with Judge Judy

Believe it or not, Arguing With Judge Judy: Popular ‘Logic’ On TV Shows is actually a recognised course at the University of California. The course picks apart popular logical fallacies on reality TV shows – sounds a bit high brow for me…

5. Surf Science and Technology

Unsurprisingly taught at Cornwall College, this course is actually not a surfer bum’s dream education. Course organisers specifically state that students will not be taught how to surf. Bummer man.

6. Fire Engineering

Arsonists need not apply…

7. Education Studies

This course has attracted much critical reception as the first course in the UK to offer a full-time Harry Potter module. Now I know what you’re thinking… why the fuck do we need kids studying Harry Potter, but hold on a second. One of the lectures is titled ‘Hermione Granger: Feminist Icon?’ – surely that’s enough to get the elitists on side?

8. Underwater Basket Weaving

Contrary to what the name suggests, you don’t need a diver’s license to enrol on this module. Recently, the term ‘underwater basket weaving’ has come into usage to refer to a course that’s deemed to be worthless. Bit harsh on the poor kids who did three years of this shit.

9. The Beatles, Popular Music and Society

Don’t get it twisted, this course is not simply a chance for you to sing along to your favourite songs by John, Paul, George and Ringo. The course includes a module on ‘the roles of locality, economics, space and place, and other issues relating to Merseyside.’ Now that sounds more than a little tricky to me.

10. Viticulture and Oenology

Plumpton College’s Viticulture and Oenology degree is the best thing ever to happen to fancy wine connoisseurs. Apart from getting a free bottle of Malbec of course…

11. Sexual Health

We all know university is a breeding ground for students experiencing a ‘sexual awakening’ – so why not make a bloody course about it! What student can resist learning about labias and stuff?

12. Viking Studies

This course does what is says on the tin really. The best part? Third year students get to spend their term in Denmark, Iceland, Norway or Sweden, but lets hope there’s no pillaging and wenches involved.

13. David Beckham

This 12-week module at Staffordshire University was offered as part of the BA in Sports, Media and Culture, and included such amazing topics as Beck’s ever-evolving hairstyles, his marriage to Posh Spice, and Beckham as a fantasy. Where do I sign up?

14. Yacht Operations

Surely this course is all downing champagne and learning how to wee standing up on a boat? It’s also worth thinking about all the sick field trips you’re going to have.

15. Ethical Hacking

Have you ever heard the saying, “spooning leads to forking”? I don’t know about you, but surely ‘ethical’ hacking is only going to lead to more underhand hacking? I guess it makes a great talent pool for Anonymous…

16. Politicising Beyonce

Watching Beyonce’s sultry videos and lyrics now carry the potential of academic prowess thanks to New Jersey’s Rutgers University and its “Politicizing Beyonce” course. I’d love to try and defend this one, but it’s just cray cray.

17. Baking Technology Management

Nobody wants a soggy bottom, so why not hone the art of baking at university? In a wonderful homage to the Queen of Baking herself, students can now take a degree in smashing the perfect cake. All rise for our new generation of graduates.

18. Contemporary Circus and Physical Peformance

A great course for those of you who strive to avoid books and essays, this high-wire degree will definitely get you out of your comfort zone. You might not be able to give a decent powerpoint presentation at the end, but at least you’ll be able to breathe fire…

Is there any hope for the human race with an education like this? Sure we’ll have a load of Harry Potter literate circus performers, but what happens when we need doctors, nurses and scholars to help us out? I weep for humanity.