Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Including Year Abroad) - BA (Hons)

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Qualification

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

Location

University of Essex

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

OCT-26

Duration

4 Years

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Course info

The Essex BA in PPE should interest you if you want to develop a critical and interdisciplinary perspective on what makes the world tick. It offers you a solid grounding in three foundational disciplines, and provides you with opportunities to explore topics including:Globalization and international relations, Philosophy and political theory, Democratic and comparative politics, Political economy

Key stats

DATA SOURCE: UCAS

WUSCA ranking:

WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.

73/279

CUG Subject Ranking

CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

30th

CUG Ranking

CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

29th

What students say

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Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

UCAS Tariff:

136 Grades / Points required

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Tuition fees

Students living in

£20,500 per year

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Students from International

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Full time annual fee would be 20500, Student would pay 3075 in their Year Abroad. Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 8,776 – 14,995

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