BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics

The BA in Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE) at the University of York is a challenging but rewarding undergraduate programme offering students a broad understanding of the principles and theories of Philosophy, Politics and Economics. This interdisciplinary course provides students with robust analytical skills, the ability to critically assess arguments from multiple perspectives and a profound understanding of how politics, economics, and philosophy shape our world. Course Content: The programme is structured over three years. In the first year, students explore the foundations of Philosophy, Politics and Economics. Moving forward in the 2nd year, they will have the opportunity to specialise and select modules according to their interests while still combining the three subject areas. In the third and final year of the programme, the dissertation year, students will be able to conduct independent research on a topic of their selection, guided by a supervisor.Key Modules: Some key modules provided in this programme are; Philosophy: Reason and Argument, Moral and Political Philosophy, Epistemology and Metaphysics; Politics: Introduction to Democratic Politics, Introduction to Political Theory; Economics: Introduction to Economics, Macroeconomics I and II.Future Careers: This course prepares students for a diverse range of careers that demand critical thinking and analytical skills. These include careers in civil service, law, banking, journalism, consulting, policy analysis and even politics. It also provides a solid foundation for further academic study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.