Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, BA (Hons)

Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) has been a highly sought-after degree for ninety years, renowned as excellent preparation for public life and for comprehending politics, finance, and their philosophical foundations. This programme in Britain has graduated prominent leaders, including Prime Ministers of the UK and Australia, as well as US President Bill Clinton. It suits those with wide-ranging interests in government, society, markets, and the ethical implications of current events.The programme can include a Year in China or a Year Abroad. The Year in China allows undergraduates to spend one year at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) in Suzhou, an English-speaking institution, studying BA China Studies. The Year Abroad enables a full academic year at partner universities worldwide, engaging in culture and/or discipline-related modules. Applications for these options are available after arriving at Liverpool. Note that combining a Year in China or Abroad with another year option, such as Year in Industry, is not possible.