There is a difference between an academic career in a field which has some real life applications, like CS, chemistry, economy, etc. and an academic career in a

There is a difference between an academic career in a field which has some real life applications, like CS, chemistry, economy, etc. and an academic career in a field which doesn't. The second group is basically nothing else than a "hobby for rich kids", where someone else has to pay your bills while you study, and high probably afterwards too. If you aren't a rich kid, go for the first option.