More than a fifth of the 100 wealthiest people studied the subject, which accounts for twice as many billionaires' university courses as the next most popular choice - business.

 

Engineering graduates are also the richest among their prosperous peers.

 

They have an average wealth of £17.3 billion, compared with a net worth of £16.1 billion for those without a degree and £15.1 billion for those who studied finance.

 

The findings will add weight to calls for more youngsters to consider studying engineering, which has traditionally been seen as less popular than arts subjects.

 

Last year, education charity Sutton Trust found those taking engineering can earn 55 per cent - or £8,000 - more than design and creative arts graduates six months after leaving university.

 

Yesterday's results will also bolster¹ calls for more children to study science and maths A-levels - which are typically needed to take an engineering degree.

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