Overview

The degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics with a Year in Industry (Hons) programme from University of Liverpool unites three disciplines that are foundational to public life and policy. Nowadays, anyone hoping to understand or advance in politics has to be proficient in economics, and an understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of the various political views that jostle on the public stage has long been recognised as hugely important.

Career opportunities:

Graduating with a degree in philosophy will empower you to delve into the profound questions that shape human existence but also position you as a valuable asset in today’s competitive job market.

The School has its own placements and employability officer, and you will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement or a year in industry as part of your programme.

Graduates in Philosophy obtain work in fields such as:

advertising and marketing;
the arts, broadcasting, and journalism;
commerce and management;
the civil service, law, and politics;
teaching.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business Ethics
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics

Professional And Career Development

Mathematical Economics
Philosophy Toolkit
Political Philosophy
Statistics & Data Analysis For Economics And Business

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-01-29 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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120

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics Philosophy Political Science View 671 other Bachelors in Political Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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88

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120

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels: AAB Including A in Mathematics. Only one of General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship will be accepted.
GCSE: GCSE Mathematics at grade 5/C and GCSE English at grade 4/C required.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: DDD plus A level Maths at A. BTEC qualifications must be in a Business related subject.
International Baccalaureate: 33 including 6 in Higher Level Mathematics, and no score less than 4
Irish Leaving Certificate: H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 including H2 in Mathematics

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

24100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24100 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

9535 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9535 GBP per year during 48 months.

Year in industry fee: £1,850
Year abroad fee for Nationals: £1,385
Year abroad fee for Internationals: £11,200

Living costs for Liverpool

556 - 1035 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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