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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Full Time
Sep 2027
3 Year
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Why choose this course at Sussex?*
Build the research, communication and critical thinking skills for a career advising governments and managing organisations.*
Benefit from our innovative teaching approach, exploring the philosophies that shape our world, gaining political insight and understanding economic operations.*
Get involved in debates with our Philosophy and Politics Societies, alongside specialist economics career events, and learn from global researchers.The world around us is ever-changing. PPE offers approaches to understanding what surrounds us – and gives you the skills and insights to make a difference. At Sussex, you’ll learn from experts working on research in global politics, international trade and continental philosophy. For the first two years of your degree, you study all three subjects: * Philosophy develops your intellectual clarity and lets you explore the ideas shaping our world view * Politics gives you insights into government and institutions (nationally and internationally) * Economics helps you understand economic policy and the operation of markets. In Year 3, you specialise in the two of the three subjects that interest you the most. When you graduate, you’ll have research, communication and critical thinking skills. You’ll be ready for: * roles in multinational companies or non-governmental organisations * working as a government adviser * managing an organisation. #### Internship In your final year, you have the opportunity to apply for a competitive internship with a Westminster MP.
Location\ Nestled in the South Downs National Park, close to the sea and Brighton’s vibrant cultural scene, our campus offers a warm and welcoming home. Situated just an hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, Brighton offers the best of both worlds. Encouraging curiosity, creativity and connection, it combines the best of city life with easy access to the countryside, the capital and the wider world.
The University of Sussex is a world-leading research-intensive university (REF, 2021) located less than 10 minutes by tr...