“They’re stupid” – Malaysian Influencer Claims Literature Students Choose the Easy Path Just to Get a Degree

In a recent statement, the controversial influencer, DMA Islam, claimed that “most students who study literature are unintelligent” and described arts degrees as a “fallback option.” He further alleged that those who pursue such fields do so to avoid more challenging disciplines like STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).

According to DMA, many arts students simply want to obtain a degree like others but choose what he called an easy path, or “the path of least resistance,” suggesting that literature and related courses are easier and less demanding.

“Students who pursue literature are stupid,” DMA remarked in a viral Threads post.

DMA has previously faced online criticism after claiming that students who studied Mass Communication have “nothing much to do or learn,” alleging that they spend most of their time “dancing.”

Others pointed out that individuals have different strengths and interests, and that academic paths should not be ranked in such a dismissive manner. Many also came forward to defend the value of literature and the arts.

“If literature didn’t exist, perhaps you couldn’t even express your opinions,” the netizen commented.