* 83% of people who cheat have a degree
* Computer science graduates top the list of people most likely to have an affair
* Study conducted by IllicitEncounters.com, the UK’s largest extramarital dating site
In a world where higher education is hailed as the secret recipe for personal and professional triumph, an unexpected guest appears to have crashed the party: a connection between graduates and infidelity.
According to new research released by IllicitEncounters, the UK’s leading married dating site, there could be a link between being university educated and cheating.
Back in January, new census data showed that 1 in 3 people now have a degree or similar in the UK*, making the number of potential cheaters alarmingly high, and with summer graduation ceremonies in full force, that figure continues to grow.
When it polled 2000 of its members, IllicitEncounters found that 83% are graduates, seemingly making it the ultimate magnet for the brainy and bright.
Delving deeper, the website found that Computer Science was the degree that the majority of cheaters have, with 1 in 5 tech-savvy people clearly knowing how to hack into complex algorithms and secret affairs.
Business graduates followed, with 18% of unfaithful people knowing how to mix profit with pleasure.
14% of cheaters have a degree in Management studies, managing to master the art of an extramarital love life and spreadsheets, whilst keeping a few secrets tucked away in their briefcases.
History and graphic design graduates, on the other hand, were declared the least likely to cheat, with just 2% of unfaithful people having studied these at university.
Andy, who is a member of the extramarital dating site, commented, “I currently work for a big multinational as a data analyst, having studied computer science at university. Even the most logical minds can’t resist a bit of playful rebellion. Plus, since I’m good with computers, I know how to hide my digital tracks making it practically impossible for my wife to find out.”
Another user of IllicitEncounters.com, Emma, said, “When I went to university, it was the first time I lived away from home and that’s when I really felt a sense of independence. It definitely helped in terms of personal growth and I started exploring my desires and boundaries, so I suppose you could say that’s what sparked my open-mindedness when it comes to having a relationship outside of my marriage.”
Addressing the study, Jessica Leoni, sex and relationships expert at IllicitEncounters.com noted, “It certainly appears that there’s a direct link between a person’s education and their approach to infidelity.”
When asked what could be fuelling graduates to cheat, Leoni stated, “Graduates often dive headfirst into ambitious careers which demand their time and energy: deadlines, workaholic tendencies and high-stress roles can definitely take a toll on relationships at home.
In addition to that, people often gravitate towards intelligence and the charm that can come from those more stimulating conversations, which in turn can create opportunities for connections that might test the boundaries of commitment.”
Results
Do you have a degree?
Yes 83%
No 17%
What did you study at university?
Computer science 20%
Business 18%
Management studies 14%
Law 13%
Dentistry 10%
Psychology 8%
English Literature 5%
Languages 4%
History 2%
Graphic design 2%
Other 4%
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