COURSE OVERVIEW
Learn about the complex interactions between philosophical, political and economic thought and how they influence our society on this wide-ranging BA degree programme.
You will study moral and political philosophy, ethics, justice and society, British politics and public policy, political economy, globalisation, micro- and macro-economics, econometrics, and environmental and resource economics.
Throughout your studies, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing.
WHY PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS AND ECONOMICS AT SWANSEA?
Based on Singleton Campus, you will benefit from being part of a lively and diverse teaching and research environment.
Politics at Swansea is ranked:
- Top 20 in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2023)
Economics at Swansea is ranked:
- Top 5 in the UK for Course Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2023)
- Top 15 in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2023)
- Top 20 in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2023)
- Top 25 in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2023)
Our unique internship scheme with the National Assembly for Wales gives you the valuable opportunity to spend a semester working one day a week for an Assembly Member.
We are one of just a handful of universities to offer modules in British Parliamentary Studies, taught by our specialist academic staff supported with sessions delivered by members of parliament and the House of Lords, and staff from the House of Commons.
PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS AND ECONOMICS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
A degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics opens the door to a wide range of exciting careers in sectors including:
- Government and politics
- Humanitarian organisations
- Business
- Media and public relations
- Law
- Public services
In your first year you will study compulsory modules covering the fundamental principles of philosophy, ethics, justice, politics, and economics. As you progress you will choose from a wide range of optional modules alongside core compulsory subjects.
BA 3 Year Full-time
Year 1 (Level 4)
FHEQ 4 Undergraduate / HECert
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
Compulsory Modules
- Living Well and Doing Good - An Introduction to Ethics
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Political Philosophy
- Principles of Macroeconomics
Year 2 (Level 5)
FHEQ 5 Undergraduate / HEDip
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
Compulsory Modules
- Globalisation
Year 3 (Level 6)
FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
Compulsory Modules
- Capitalism and Justice: inequality, power and prosperity in contemporary economies
* Scholarships available for international students.
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