Politics, Philosophy and Economics BA (Hons)
Goldsmiths, University of London
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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

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**Why study BA Politics, Philosophy & Economics at Goldsmiths****This challenging and ground-breaking degree will help you understand how the economy is governed, how public policy gets made, and the ideas that shape our world.**- 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. Youll gain an introduction in the ideas and concepts that have shaped the world you ...Read more


Why study BA Politics, Philosophy & Economics at Goldsmiths


This challenging and ground-breaking degree will help you understand how the economy is governed, how public policy gets made, and the ideas that shape our world.

- 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.- 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 three 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.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 the world.

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Politics
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
67th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
60th
Economics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Economics graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Economics graduate salary
£25,000
Philosophy
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Philosophy graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Philosophy graduate salary
£22,000
Politics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
84%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Politics graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Politics graduate salary
£25,000
What students say
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Lauren
23 Feb 23

Goldsmiths is located in New Cross which is such a vibrant and interesting area: lots of culture and great cafes/pubs/takeaways/shops. Lecturers and seminar leaders are very..Read more

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Daniela
23 Feb 23

Im really happy about my uni experience, I am happy with my course I think we have really good lecturers who are passionate about what they teach and help us grow interest in our..Read more

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Popular A-level subjects

Economics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Economics
56%
Mathematics
23%
Government & Politics
21%
Religious Studies & Theology
20%
History
20%
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Politics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Government & Politics
42%
History
33%
English Literature
26%
Economics
25%
Sociology
24%
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Philosophy

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
63%
Sociology
25%
English Literature
24%
Biology
20%
Religious Studies & Theology
19%
HESA

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Lauren
23 Feb 23
Politics, Philosophy and Economics BA (Hons)
Goldsmiths is located in New Cross which is such a vibrant and interesting area: lots of culture and great cafes/pubs/takeaways/shops. Lecturers and seminar leaders are very...
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Daniela
23 Feb 23
Politics, Philosophy and Economics BA (Hons)
Im really happy about my uni experience, I am happy with my course I think we have really good lecturers who are passionate about what they teach and help us grow interest in our...
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Goldsmiths, University of London
Goldsmiths, University of London , Lewisham

Goldsmiths, University of London - a part of the esteemed University of London - is a pioneering institution in the UK’s capital....

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Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London Lewisham SE14 6NW United Kingdom
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