Politics Philosophy and Economics The University of Exeter

Overview

Within this Politics Philosophy and Economics programme from The University of Exeter you'll:

• Challenge yourself by exploring some of the major questions facing human society including war and peace, democracy, resource scarcity and distribution, the natural environment and faith and reason

• Our flexible programme, with a wide range of optional modules, means you can tailor your degree to your interests and career ambitions

• Get involved with the Politics, Philosophy and Economics student society, meet likeminded people, attend socials, go on trips and hear from guest speakers

• You’ll be well prepared for careers in business, finance, journalism and politics – many past PMs have been PPE graduates!

Career opportunities:

As a graduate of the Politics Philosophy and Economics programme at The University of Exeter you will have an understanding of the philosophical, political and economic foundations of order and justice as well as the ability to interrogate the meaning and practice of the market economy on a global scale. Throughout your studies you will develop a range of professional, academic and personal skills that are highly sought after by employers including:

• Analytical, critical and independent thinking

• Independent research

• Problem solving

• Discussion and collaborative working in diverse environments

• Collecting, assessing and presenting evidence

• Written and verbal communication

• Articulating ideas and constructing arguments

• Organising, planning and time management

• Understanding numerical and written information