Program Overview

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Philosophy, Politics and Economics BSc

The Philosophy, Politics and Economics BSc (PPE) aims to provide breadth and depth in understanding social and political phenomena and the principles informing, and consequences following, policy choices. Teaching across UCL's highly regarded Departments of Philosophy, Political Science, and Economics combines an education in social sciences and philosophy with a comprehensive grounding in research methods.

Study Mode and Duration

• Study mode: Full-time
• Duration: 3 academic years

Tuition Fees

• UK tuition fees (2025/26): ｣9,535
• Overseas tuition fees (2025/26): ｣36,500

Programme Details

• Programme starts: September 2025
• Application deadline: 29 Jan 2025
• UCAS course code: 4V86

Entry Requirements

A Levels

• Grades: A*AA
• Subjects: A* in Mathematics
• GCSEs: English Language at grade B or 6 and Mathematics at grade C or 4

Contextual Offer Information

• Grades: A*BB
• Subjects: A* in Mathematics
• GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4

International Baccalaureate Diploma

• Points: 39
• Subjects: A total of 19 points in three higher level subjects including 7 in Mathematics, with no higher level score below 5
• The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level

Contextual Offer

• Points: 36
• Subjects: A total of 17 points in three higher level subjects including grade 7 in Mathematics, with no higher level score below 5
• The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level

UK Applicants Qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, the following are considered:

• Access to HE Diploma: Not acceptable for entrance to this programme
• BTEC National Diploma: Not acceptable for entrance to this programme
• Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects: D2, D3, D3 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects, with D2 in Mathematics
• Scottish Advanced Highers: A1, A, A at Advanced Highers (or A1, A at Advanced Higher and A, A, A at Higher), to include Mathematics at A1
• T Levels: Not acceptable for entrance to this programme
• UAL Extended Diploma: Not acceptable for entrance to this programme
• Welsh Baccalaureate: Successful completion of the WBQ Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate plus 2 GCE A levels at grades AAA, with A in Mathematics required

International Applications

Country-specific information can be obtained from the International Students website.

Course Overview

In year one, students take modules introducing the three disciplines and the principles of social and political analysis. In years two and three, students choose modules in two disciplines (politics and philosophy or politics and economics) and in research methods. A limited number of study abroad placements may be available for students who wish to study abroad in year three. The final year includes a dissertation in either political science, economics, or philosophy.

Teaching and Learning

Teaching is based on lectures and seminars across the three participating departments. Normally, lectures are accompanied by small-group seminars or tutorials that allow for an in-depth and participatory approach to the topic. Each 15-credit module is equivalent to 150 hours of study.

Assessment

Modules may be assessed by written coursework, by examination, presentations, or an independent research project or dissertation. Graded coursework and comments prepare students for the dissertation and independent research projects.

Employability

The degree combines an education in social sciences and philosophy with a sustained treatment of the methods of social and normative inquiry. Drawing on multiple lines of inquiry, the degree prepares students for the contemporary and increasing likelihood of a multi-career working life. Philosophy, Politics and Economics BSc is the gold standard of multidisciplinary degrees for those seeking careers in the public sector, the media, and the policy community.

Fees and Funding

Fees for this Course

• Tuition fees (2025/26):
  • UK students: ｣9,535
  • International students: ｣36,500

Additional Costs

There are no additional costs for this programme.

Funding Your Studies

Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships, and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships.

Next Steps

Your Application

Application for admission should be made through UCAS. Applicants should demonstrate critical engagement with contemporary political and economic challenges, and show evidence of quantitative aptitude, good communication skills, analytical ability, and self-motivation.

Selection

Selection is made on the basis of information contained in the UCAS application and the reference supplied.