zerology
The state of having Nothing - Can be used in reference to not getting a degree at university (professing in 'nothing'). Subsequently this word can also be used to describe lack of emotion or lack of material posessions.
Man - 'What did you study at university Jacob?'
Jacob - 'Zerology im afraid. I didnt graduate.'
or
Jeff - 'This year i got absolutely nothing for Christmas... Zerology'
Jacob - 'Zerology im afraid. I didnt graduate.'
or
Jeff - 'This year i got absolutely nothing for Christmas... Zerology'