BA Politics & Philosophy

The Politics, Philosophy, and Economics course at the University of Birmingham is designed to give students a comprehensive understanding of the wider political, social, and economic world. This course combines the study of the three subjects, each bringing a unique aspect to your understanding of the world. Course Content: The course teaches students to apply philosophical reasoning to politics and economics, to evaluate political and economic theories and concepts critically. It further explores questions regarding justice, welfare, freedom and democracy, and wealth creation, distribution and sustainability in society.Key Modules: The key modules in this course include Introduction to Politics, Logic and Philosophy, Introduction to International Relations, Moral Philosophy, Theories of International Relations, History of Philosophy, Critical Theory, Introduction to Ethics, and Continental Philosophy.Accreditations: The university itself is a Russell Group member and is recognized worldwide for its commitment to high-quality teaching and research.Future Careers: This course is designed to develop students' analytical and critical skills, communication, and understanding of complex political and economic systems. These transferable skills make them attractive to a wide range of employers. Graduates often pursue careers in areas such as politics, diplomacy, the civil service, journalism, finance, law, and teaching to name a few.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.