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

Philosophy, Politics and Economics unites three disciplines that are foundational to public life and policy. Nowadays, anyone hoping to understand or advance in politics has to be proficient in economics, and an understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of the various political views that jostle on the public stage has long been recognised as hugely important. Explore the connections between Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) and develop the skills to understand and respond to some of the most important challenges facing society.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students take 3 year-long 30 credit modules. These are: ECON104 Mathematics, Statistics and Data Analysis for Business and Economics; ECON105 Introduction to Economics; PHIL128 Ethics and Political Philosophy. Compulsory modules in year one include Philosophy, Politics and Economics Skills, Public Policy and Ethics, Maths, Statistics and Data Analysis for Business and Economics, Introduction to Economics, Ethics and Political Philosophy.

Career pathways

The School has its own placements and employability officer, and you will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement or a year in industry as part of your programme.

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