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Politics, Philosophy and Economics BA (Hons)

Queen's University Belfast

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Queen's University Belfast

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) degree was launched in September 2009. It takes its title from the prestigious Oxford programme of the same name that was established in 1920, initially as the basis for a career in the senior ranks of the Civil Service. This degree takes a more integrated approach to the study of PPE than many comparable programmes. It is based on the view that, to understand social phenomena, one must approach them from several disciplinary directions. Politics acquaints students with the institutions and processes that produce decisions governing our lives. Philosophy develops analytical rigour, the ability to reason logically, critically and ethically. Economics helps in understanding government policy and the choices facing businesses, governments and society. This degree illuminates how these three areas complement one another.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 20,800per year

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : AAA

A-level General Studies and Critical Thinking are normally excluded from offers. However, the grade achieved may be taken into account when results are published in August and may be used in a tie-break situation. GCSE Maths grade B is required.

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University information

Queen's University Belfast

Queen's University Belfast

Queen's University Belfast

  • University League Table

    25th

  • Campus address

    Queen's University Belfast, University Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT7 1NN, Northern Ireland

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Queen's is one of the UK's Russell Group of research-intensive institutions.
Its historic campus with cutting edge facilities is set in the heart of the affordable city of Belfast.
Queen's is committed to preparing students for the future, providing international students with dedicated careers support to help them fulfil their potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    27th out of 79 3

    36th out of 47 2

    40th out of 79 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    149 66%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    92.0 92%

    8th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.90 73%

    62nd

    1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    162 77%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    32nd

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.92 73%

    44th

    3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 215
    149 69%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    30th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.84 71%

    75th

    3

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