Philosophy, Politics and Economics

About this course

Philosophy, politics, and economics, known widely as PPE, is one of the most intellectually demanding and professionally respected degree programmes available. Each discipline contributes something distinct. Philosophy develops rigorous logical thinking, the ability to construct and evaluate arguments, and engagement with fundamental questions about ethics, knowledge, and political legitimacy. Politics examines how power is organised, exercised, and contested, covering democratic theory, comparative government, international relations, and the making of public policy. Economics provides quantitative and analytical tools for understanding how markets, institutions, and incentives shape human behaviour and collective outcomes. At Essex, this three-year degree challenges you to tackle the big questions that shape contemporary societies, from the ethics of policy-making and the mechanics of

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 59% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 72 / 100Information Technology Professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 62 / 100Secretarial and related occupations · 10% of graduatescards →
• 60 / 100Business, Research and Administrative Professionals · 7% of graduatescards →
• 55 / 100Administrative occupations · 20% of graduatescards →
• 52 / 100Finance Professionals · 17% of graduatescards →

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