BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics at University of East Anglia

Programme overview

Philosophy, politics, and economics explore how power, markets, and ideas shape the world we live in. This degree develops analytical, numerical, and communication skills for careers that make a real impact. Confront today's most pressing challenges, from inequality and climate change to democratic reform.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities | Department: School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; 4 years full-time with year abroad | Study mode: full-time (placement year available) (year abroad available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This three-year degree is designed to provide you with a comprehensive combination of literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills that open up a wide range of career opportunities. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Understanding Politics Today: Approaches, Issues and Case Studies, Philosophy of Social Transformation, Introduction to Political Communication, Introductory Macroeconomics, Introductory Microeconomics, The Meaning of Life. Year 2: Intermediate Microeconomics, Philosophy of History and Politics for Second Years, Intermediate Macroeconomics, States, Institutions and Citizens. Year 3: Ethics for Third Years.

Career pathways

With a BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics degree, you could develop a career as a: Management Consultant: Advise organisations on strategy, operations, and complex business decisions Policy Advisor: Develop and evaluate public policies for government departments or public institutions Financial Analyst: Analyse markets and financial data to guide investment and business decisions Solicitor: Provide legal advice and represent clients using strong analytical and reasoning skills Civil Servant: Support government decision-making and help deliver public policies and services

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Entry requirements

A levels ABB Contextual offer: BBC BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM Contextual offer: DMM BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers. Combinations of BTEC and A levels Extended Diploma: DDM Contextual: DMM Diploma: DD plus A at A level. Contextual: DD plus B at A level. Extended Certificate: D plus BB at A level. Contextual: D plus BC at A level. Access to HE Diploma Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3. T levels Obtain an overall Merit. Foundation Year options: If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of... All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language at minimum grade C or grade 4 and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4. English language: IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components).

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

International applicants: GBP 24,250 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; 4 years full-time with year abroad

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