BA (Hons) Politics, Philosophy and Economics (full-time) at Liverpool John Moores University

Programme overview

The BA (Hons) Politics, Philosophy and Economics degree at Liverpool John Moores University will provide you with comprehensive knowledge of each discipline and how they affect our day-to-day lives If you have a curious mind about the world in which we live in, how politics affects your life and how society works, then this degree is for you. A degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics (better known as PPE) will give you a comprehensive understanding of the three disciplines. This degree will encourage you to unpick the world we live in by grounding you in the theories, concepts and methods while using real-world case studies.

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Economics, Introduction to Philosophy, Introduction to Political Philosophy, Issues in Politics, Philosophy and Economics, Comparative Politics, Being Politically Engaged. Year 2 core modules: Managing Data & Information, Politics, the Economy and the Good Life, PPE in Practice, International Trade, International Crises, Study Semester Abroad, Ethics, International Politics at the Regional Level. Year 3 core modules: Research Project in PPE Route 1, Research Project in PPE Route 2, Sustainable Futures, Contemporary Economic Policy, Challenging Western-centrism in International Relations, Global Justice, Philosophy and Public Policy, The Politics of War and Organised Violence.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: 112 UCAS points. GCSEs and equivalents: Prior to starting the programme, applicants must have obtained Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alterative qualification below:; - Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths; - NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading; - Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English; - Higher Diploma in Maths/English; -. A levels: BBC; Minimum number of A Levels: 2; Maximum AS UCAS points: 20. BTECs: Extended Diploma: DMM. Access awards: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.; Pass overall with a minimum of 112 points. International Baccalaureate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical: Extended Diploma: DMM. T levels: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.; You need to obtain the required UCAS points from a related subject area. Alternative qualifications considered: Mature applicants will be considered on an individual basis. These applicants may be required to submit an essay and/or attend an interview and should demonstrate potential and motivation and/or have relevant experience. IELTS: 6.0 (minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English language proficiency test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

International applicants: GBP 18,230 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 3 years

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