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Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Placement Year) - BA (Hons)

Lancaster University

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Lancaster University

Course options

3 options available

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-OCT-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

People, ideas and finances shape our lives and societies. We’ll help you understand how that happens, unpicking the complexities and multiple perspectives behind today’s political and policy challenges. Whether you are passionate about a public-facing political career, or making your mark in professional civil service, international or charity roles, you’ll graduate as a versatile thinker and effective communicator ready to launch your career.


Why Lancaster?

- Study a prestigious degree that combines expertise in Politics and Philosophy, as well as the Department of Economics in our quadruple accredited Management School- Gain a nuanced political understanding, engaging with economic models and debating key philosophical questions from around the world- Learn from expert advisers who consult with local, national and international governments and parliament- Develop the multidisciplinary mindset that is necessary to find solutions to pressing real-world problems and exert leadership in the twenty-first century- Tailor your degree according to your interests and ambitions- Take part in assessed simulations such as mock select committees, mock citizens assemblies and mock Prime Minister's Questions, to gain valuable real-world experience- Stand out when you graduate via an internship with the Richardson Institute for Peace Studies in an NGO, think tank or charity.


Multiple perspectives. multiple solutions.

Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Lancaster provides an in-depth, intensive grounding in each of its three disciplines for ambitious students. From day one, you will be trained to look at problems from multiple angles, to develop solutions, and to draw on insights and methods from all three fields.


Inspired by experts

You will be taught by academics who are experts in their field. In Politics our staff regularly collaborate with government bodies such as UK parliament on important issues such as racial injustice, voter rights, and migration.Our Economics team have expertise in Environmental Economics, Behavioural Economics, Macroeconomics, Public Policy and Game Theory and our Philosophy academics specialise in Media ethics and regulation, educational policy, and reproductive rights and policy. You can be sure that this degree is informed by our subject expertise.By studying PPE at Lancaster, you’ll learn how to interpret data, evaluate evidence, and understand and influence the decisions individuals make. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of how governing institutions and markets work, and how to confront the pressing global challenges of the twenty-first century.Putting this knowledge and skillset into practice, you will be supported in presenting your work across a range of mediums. You will learn through interactive and collaborative sessions such as policy labs, and simulations including mock select committees, mock citizens assembly and mock Prime Minister's Questions.


Building connections

We recognise how important connections are for your future career. Recent interactions include sessions directly taught by the Institute for Government (a think tank based in Westminster), a visit from the Speaker of the House of Commons and Several MPs, a visit to the Parliamentary estate and the chance to interact to with clerks of the House of Commons. Through our Ethics Values and Policy Initiative students have also had recent opportunities with the Spanish Ambassador to the UK, Ministers in both the Welsh and Scottish governments, climate change think tanks and Bank of England policy advisors.


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Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,747per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Lancaster, Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, United Kingdom

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Lancaster's community has staff and students from over 120 countries, giving students the chance to make lifelong connections that cross borders and cultures.
Lancaster’s exceptional reputation for teaching and research is recognised by employers around the world.
Lancaster’s diverse population is split into nine college communities, giving every student support and a sense of belonging.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

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    21st out of 45 1

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  • Entry standards

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    131 59%

    32nd

  • Graduate prospects

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    88.0 88%

    10th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

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    3.17 79%

    28th

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  • Entry standards

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    130 65%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

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    66.0 66%

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  • Student satisfaction

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    3.19 80%

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  • Entry standards

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    133 68%

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  • Graduate prospects

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  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    57th

    19

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