BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Keele University

Tackle societal challenges, solve complex problems and offer new perspectives upon the most important issues of today. Philosophy, Politics and Economics BA at Keele aims to develop your skills and knowledge of governance, ethical issues and business. Build a global perspective on contemporary challenges such as the threat of climate change, democracy, new technologies such as AI and the future of work.

Faculty: Faculty of Business, Law, Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international, placement or entrepreneurship year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory modules: Philosophy as Reason and Wonder, Making Sense of Politics, Sustainability and the Global Economy, Becoming a Social Scientist. Year 2 compulsory modules: Environmental Philosophy and Technology, Global Democracy under Threat: Resilience or Retreat?, Labour Economics and the Future of Work, Social Sciences at Work. Year 3 compulsory modules: Engaged Social Science.

Career pathways

With a Philosophy, Politics and Economics degree from Keele, you will be equipped to embark on an advanced career across various sectors and industries. Whether you wish to work in local government, civil service or financial organisations, you will be prepared with a range of skills and expertise that can be applied in business, education, law, technology, the charity sector, and more.

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