BA Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at Mount Allison University

Programme overview

PPE brings together three disciplines, giving students insight into the meaning of citizenship, how government works, the nature of justice, and the outcomes of economic systems and policies. Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at Mount Allison is the only PPE program in Canada east of Ontario, and one of only five in the country. The Philosophy, Politics, and Economics program brings together three fundamental disciplines that use different tools and methodologies to study the human experience, but are all concerned with the many, often conflicting, ideas of what is good for people and the challenges that arise when these varied approaches are put into practice.

Department: Philosophy, Politics, and Economics | Study mode: full-time | Location: Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada

What you will study

Courses in the multidisciplinary PPE program are drawn from established courses in all three disciplines, with special topics courses offered in upper years. In Philosophy, you'll cultivate a broad view of human experience and values by examining concepts like: how we can know the world the nature of justice our responsibility to others In Politics, you'll gain insight into: the workings of government the meaning of citizenship how society, economy, and culture shape the political community In Economics, you will look at: the development of modern economies the evolution of economic systems the outcomes of economic policies the economic consequences of participation in trade, exchange, or employment Most of the required courses for the program are at the first and second-year level, giving you greater flexibility in your upper years to tailor your courses to your interests.

Career pathways

Popular career paths include public policy/business analyst, lawyer, teacher/professor, economist for government, business, non-profit, or NGO, cultural affairs/foreign service officer, municipal administrator, community/business/economic development officer, human rights officer.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: CAD 11,350 a year (2026). 2026-27 full-time undergraduate yearly flat tuition (9 or more credits in fall or winter terms), the rate stated for all undergraduate students. New Brunswick residents pay $11,180. Excludes mandatory student fees, international medical coverage, residenc Source

International applicants: CAD 22,890 a year (2026). 2026-27 full-time undergraduate yearly flat tuition (9 or more credits in fall or winter terms), the rate stated for all undergraduate students. Excludes mandatory student fees, international medical coverage, residence and meal plan. Source

Main intake: Fall term (September). Admission is also open for a January 2027 start for Canadian and international students (2027-28 academic year application).

Admission is offered on a rolling basis, with applications accepted starting in October. Early admission for September opens Oct. 1 using final Grade 11 marks; general admissions opens in February with mid-year Grade 12 transcripts. To be considered for scholarships and bursaries, the application and all supporting documents must be received by March 1. Applications are submitted online through a Mount Allison (MtA) application account.

Bachelor of Music (BMus) application package deadline: Feb. 1. Fine Arts (BFA and BA Fine Arts) application and portfolio deadline: Feb. 15. Registration deposit to accept an offer is due May 1 ($100 for Canadian citizens and permanent residents).

Apply through the official page: https://mta.ca/admissions/how-apply/undergraduate-admissions

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