BA Politics, Philosophy and Economics at University of Manchester

Examine the relationship between political and economic debates in modern society. Study politics, philosophy and economics at a university ranked Top 10 in the UK and in the Top 50 globally for Business and Economics, and in the top 40 worldwide for Social Sciences (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026). Explore the connections between political debates, philosophical arguments, and economic contexts. This unique blend equips you with a comprehensive global perspective, setting you apart in the job market.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 or 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In Year 1 you will gain a solid foundation in each of the three disciplines of politics, philosophy and economics. In addition to 40 credits from the following Economics units in Year 1, you will be able to take other units as listed below: Year 1 compulsory units include Macroeconomics 1, Microeconomics 1, Introduction to Political Theory, Issues in PPE.

Career pathways

The University is recognised for its employability and employers take notice of the well-rounded, intelligent people leaving its ranks - all helpful in an ever-competitive job market. We are currently the UK's most targeted university by the top 100 employers in the UK and have ranked in the top two for over 10 years (High Fliers Graduate Market Report, 2015- 2026).

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