Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics

If you have a strong intellectual curiosity, a concern for social wellbeing, and a desire to understand and change your world, then La Trobe's Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) is for you.

Develop your knowledge of political institutions and their history. Learn what it means to reason both rigorously and empathetically. Advance your understanding of how the economy works in a world of globalised and interdependent markets. And then combine these perspectives, so you can grasp the tight interconnections between the economy, political institutions, and big ideas about justice.

First established at Oxford University in the 1920s, PPE degrees have an impressive record in producing some of the world's leading decision-makers and critical thinkers. La Trobe's PPE degree is Australia's most established.

By the end of your degree, you'll be equipped to assume responsibilities for shaping progress in your society, and ready to tackle real-world challenges. You'll also have the flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests, as well as an opportunity to undertake an internship open to all Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics students.

You'll learn:

• Politics and the economy
  • Uncover the impact of power on politics and the economy.
• Inequality and its effects
  • Discover the nature of inequality and its real-world effects.
• Wealth and opportunity
  • Explore how wealth and opportunity are concentrated across the globe.
• Interconnected change
  • Discover the connections between economic growth, technological change and a sustainable environment.

CAREER OUTCOMES

You'll graduate with human-centred skills, critical-thinking abilities and a nuanced understanding of economies. Previous graduates now work in Australia and overseas, across the public, private and non-profit sectors. Possible roles include:

• Policy manager, analyst or adviser
  • Develop and promote policy for politicians, candidates or interest groups that aims to improve the economic and social wellbeing of communities.
• Journalist
  • Write and produce news stories that matter.
• Activist
  • Change your political or social world by contributing to public campaigns or by working for organisations that include NGOs.
• Writer
  • Craft compelling words to communicate ideas and persuade audiences.
• Economist or social scientist
  • Study economic trends and use empirical analysis and theory to inform decision-making