BA in Political, Philosophical and Economic Studies (PPE) at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Brings together political science, philosophy and economics to analyse complex social, political and economic questions. Students develop analytical, argumentative and research skills while engaging with policy debates and ethical frameworks.

Faculty: Arts and Social Sciences | Duration: Three years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Manager, journalist, business or investment analyst, entrepreneur, diplomat, civil servant, researcher, consultant or academic.

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Application information

Entry requirements

NSC/IEB aggregate of at least 63% (excluding Life Orientation); Home Language 50%; First Additional Language 40%; Mathematics 60%.

Undergraduate applications and residence applications close on 31 July. Applications for the 2027 intake open on 1 April. The Diploma in Public Accountability closes on 15 December. Applications for financial assistance at SU close on 30 September.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

Apply through the official page: https://www.su.ac.za/en/apply/undergrad

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