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Politics, Philosophy and Economics (with Integrated Foundation Year) - BA (Hons)

Goldsmiths, University of London

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Goldsmiths, University of London
UCAS CODE: LLV2

Course options

  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


This challenging and ground-breaking degree introduces you to core ideas and issues in politics, philosophy and economics (PPE). It will help you understand how the economy is governed, how public policy gets made, and the ideas which shape our world.


Why study BA Politics, Philosophy and Economics (with Integrated Foundation Year) at Goldsmiths

- We offer a distinctive, fresh and critical take on the well-established combination of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE), drawing on our strengths in social science and theory. You'll gain an introduction in the ideas and concepts that have shaped the world you live in, and learn to challenge established political and economic policies, institutions and methods- This four year degree offers an alternative entry route for students without the qualifications required for degree-level study- Before progressing onto one of the Department of Politics and International Relations' undergraduate programmes, you will have the chance to develop your academic skills and knowledge of the subject. You’ll are able to select the undergraduate degree you wish to study at the point of application but be able to change as you progress through the foundation pathway if your interests change- You will receive an introduction to the study of politics and gain a better understanding of democracy, political parties, ideologies and movements- Develop an understanding of the political background of contemporary issues such as Brexit, global governance, everyday conflicts around identity and culture, climate change and more- View politics from a range of different perspectives, such as those of feminism, post-colonial thinking, or economics- Learn to write about politics in useful ways, such as essays, political speeches and manifestos- Develop your academic skills including how to present ideas effectively in writing read, analyse and critically respond to a range of texts participate effectively in academic discussion identify how research is conducted in higher education and compare different research methodologies- We offer a dynamic undergraduate culture, with active student media and politics groups. By the time you graduate, you will have gained a wealth of practical experience, and discovered what excites you for your career ahead- You’ll be taught by highly engaged lecturers working across politics, philosophy and economics, all of whom are active researchers and accomplished writers in their fields- The programme includes a basic introduction to economics, so you don’t need any prior experience of economics or an A-level in Mathematics before you start- Over the four years, you’ll be introduced to alternative approaches to the economy, drawn from anthropology and sociology. You will be encouraged to think more broadly and imaginatively about the way in which markets, states and public policies operate in the 21st century- You’ll focus on contemporary, real-world problems, such as financial and environmental regulation, which will prepare you for a career in public policy, NGOs, media, consulting or social innovation- In addition to the taught curriculum, you will have the opportunity to hear from experts and policy-makers at special guest lectures

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

Goldsmiths, University of London

Goldsmiths, University of London

  • University League Table

    71st

  • Campus address

    Goldsmiths Campus, New Cross, London, London, Greater London, SE14 6NW, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    76th out of 77 1

    64th out of 74 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    100 43%

    70th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    60th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    35th

    40

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    112 51%

    58th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    56th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.91 73%

    70th

    7

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