Politics, philosophy and economics degrees have produced political and community leaders who have shaped our world, including Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai, journalist and film activist Tariq Ali, and former Australian Prime Ministers Malcolm Fraser and Bob Hawke. The world needs creative leaders to respond to society’s greatest challenges, including the global effects of the climate crisis and the social impacts of inequalities in resources, opportunity and power. La Trobe's Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics gives you a multi-disciplinary perspective on the political and economic systems that shape the world. Develop the skills to respond to urgent problems and make a positive social impact
Improve your ability to reason, both critically and empathetically
Develop your knowledge of political institutions and their histories, so as to understand the opportunities and constraints that frame the formulation of policy.
Advance your understanding of how the economy works, in a world of interdependent and global markets.
Advance both your literacy and your numeracy, so that you can undertake nuanced analyses that require both qualitative and quantitative skills.
Grasp how the disciplines of politics, philosophy and economics each throw a different yet interconnected light on the many practical problems that we face in our societies and in our everyday lives.
Balance broad coverage of all three PPE disciplines with a specialisation in politics, philosophy, economics, political economy or political philosophy.
Understand the variety of approaches that comprise the history of economic thought, and consider the relevance of these competing approaches for understanding today's economies.
Engage professionally and communicate effectively with individuals, organisations, and communities in a manner that is respectful of their needs, values, and capabilities.
As a social science, economics is an exciting and challenging discipline that explores real-world issues and analyses ways to improve the well-being of people and the societies we live in. This major will give you valuable insights into the application of economic principles to develop government policy, business solutions and understand the choices people make. Analyse important issues such as poverty, inequality, inflation, unemployment, environmental issues, innovation, digital transformation, international competition, trade and economic development, many of which relate to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The key graduate attributes that a major in economics develop are critical thinking, problem solving, researching and evaluating information. Overall you gain the skills for careers in economic and social policy, business, banking, financial markets and consulting.
