BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics

The BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics course at the University of Essex equips students with the essential skills in these three disciplinary areas. The program exposes students to the critical understanding of the world, the economy, and the state, as well as the philosophical considerations that underpin these areas.Course Content: The course offers core modules in philosophy, politics, and economics alongside optional modules catering to distinct interests. The first year provides a foundation in all three disciplines, with opportunities to specialize later in the course. Students undertake independent research in their final year.Key Modules: Key modules of this course include Introduction to Philosophy, Introduction to Political Theory, and Foundations of Economics. In later years, students can choose among modules like Political Philosophy, Contemporary Political Theory, Applied Ethics, Social and Global Justice, Economic Crisis and Recovery, International and Comparative Political Economy, Global Political Economy, and Monetary Economics.Accreditations: N/AFuture Careers: Graduates of this course can build careers in diverse fields such as finance, policy development, public administration, consultancy, as well as specialist roles in charities, NGOs, and international organizations. It also prepares graduates for further study in philosophy, politics, and economics.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.