BA (Hons) Politics, Philosophy and Economics

... United Kingdom
... York St John University

Course Overview

On this course we keep your learning relevant by focusing on issues we face today, from democracy to environmental impact, and on potential solutions to these problems. While investigating complex philosophical questions you will also gain practical, employable skills which can be applied to a wide range of careers. In your Economics modules you will investigate:

  • Economic policy

  • Factors affecting income, wealth and wellbeing in an economy

  • Environmental economics

  • How economic metrics can be used to measure and enhance happiness in society

While in Politics and Philosophy you will explore wide ranging topics such as:

  • Social justice and inequality

  • Globalisation and the changing role of the state

  • Morality, evil and suffering

  • Genetic engineering

  • State security

  • Responses to climate change

We make sure your learning is always practical and relevant by embedding field trips, live projects and experiments at every level of study. We have close links with businesses across the region, and you will regularly hear from high profile guest speakers. These connections also provide opportunities for networking, internships and work experience placements.

As with all of our Business courses, you have the option to go on a placement year between years 2 and 3 of your degree. You can also choose to study abroad for a semester at one of our partner universities.

As a Business School we are passionate about social responsibility and sustainability. These values and this commitment will be embedded throughout this course. We are a Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) signatory for the United Nations. Our mission is to develop your potential so that you can make a difference in society.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS Tariff points 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including the English Language.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • If English is not your first language you will need to show that you have English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Economics and Politics


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Campus Name

York campus


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 3/4 years(inc. placement year)


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

UK: £9,250, International/EU: £13,000,


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