Undergraduate

Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics

Australian National University, Canberra, ACT, Australia

About this program

The Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics is an undergraduate degree at the Australian National University in Canberra, run through the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences, taken over 3 years full-time (144 Units). Coursework includes 6 units from completion of one of the following courses. Graduates are expected to describe and critically evaluate the methods and theories of political analysis, and the assumptions, ‘tools’ and limitations of political economy. ANU is a research-intensive, Group of Eight university based in Australia's capital, and international students in this program study alongside a large Canberra-based policy, research and public-service community.

Cost & duration

Duration3 yr
Tuition (international)A$57,700
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (L6)
PTE58 overall

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Course structure

84 terms of coursework

  • The Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics requires the completion of 144 units, of which:
  • A maximum of 60 units may come from the completion of 1000 level courses
  • A minimum of 18 units must come from the completion of 3000 level courses
  • A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving
  • A minimum of 90 units must come from the following lists:
  • 54 units from the completion of the following compulsory courses:
  • ECON1101
  • Microeconomics 1
  • ECON2101
  • Microeconomics 2
  • PHIL1004
  • Fundamental Ideas in Philosophy: An Introduction
  • PHIL1005
  • Logic and Critical Thinking
  • POLS1002
  • Introduction to Politics
  • POLS1009
  • Introduction to Data and Methods for Political Science and International Relations
  • PPEI1001
  • PPE Integration 1
  • PPEI2001
  • PPE Integration 2
  • PPEI3001
  • PPE Integration 3: Classic Literature in Politics, Philosophy and Economics
  • 6 units from completion of one of the following courses:
  • ECON1100
  • Economics I (H)
  • ECON1102
  • Macroeconomics 1
  • 12 units from the completion of any 2000 or 3000 level POLS course of which at least 6 units must come from one of the courses on the following list:
  • POLS2044
  • Quantitative Methods in Political Science and International Relations
  • POLS2094
  • International Political Economy
  • POLS2114
  • Australian Politics
  • POLS2119
  • Ideas in Politics
  • POLS2130
  • Public Choice and Politics
  • POLS3029
  • Sharing Power: Federalism in Comparative Perspective
  • POLS3043
  • Pressure Groups and Political Lobbying
  • POLS3111
  • Elections, Political Behaviour and Public Opinion in Australia
  • POLS3125
  • Game Theory and Social Sciences
  • 12 units from the completion of any 2000 or 3000 level PHIL course of which at least 6 units must come from one of the courses on the following list:
  • PHIL2057
  • Philosophy of Science
  • PHIL2122
  • Philosophy and Public Policy
  • PHIL2125
  • Rationality and Social Cooperation
  • PHIL2126
  • Science in Society: Ethics, Public Policy and Scientific Practice
  • PHIL2129
  • Normative Ethical Theory
  • PHIL2290
  • Philosophy, AI and Society
  • PHIL3073
  • Advanced Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy
  • PHIL3075
  • The Philosophy of Gender: Knowledge, Power, Bodies
  • 6 units from the completion of any 2000 or 3000 level ECON, ECHI or EMET course, or
  • EMET1001
    • A maximum of 6 units of Experiential Courses from the following list:
    • ANIP3003
    • Australian National Internships Program A
    • ASIA3084
    • Study Tour: Modern Mongolia - Challenges to the Environment, Economy and Empire
    • CBEA3001
    • College of Business and Economics Special Industry Project
    • ENVS2005
    • Island Sustainable Development: Fiji Field School
    • MEAS2008
    • Middle East and Central Asia Study Tour
    • PASI2030
    • Study Tour: Regional Policymaking for Pacific Development
    • STST2020
    • Study Tour: Southeast Asia's Security Choices
    • A minimum of 48 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU

    Admissions

    At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not guarantee entry into the program. The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs and change admission requirements as needed. Domestic applicants Before applying for a program, you should review the general information about domestic undergraduate admission to ANU programs and how to apply, and the program-specific information below. Applicants with recent secondary education are assessed on: completion of the Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (AQF) or equivalent and the minimum Selection Rank (from their academic qualifications, plus any adjustment factors ) requirement for this program; and English language proficiency; and any program-specific requirements listed below. Applicants with higher education study are assessed on: previous higher education studies; or secondary education results if the applicant has completed less than one year full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) of higher education; or the results from a tertiary preparation program; and English language proficiency; and any program-specific requirements listed below. Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are assessed on: previously completed VET qualifications at AQF level 5 or higher (i.e. a Diploma or above); or secondary education results if the VET qualification is not completed; and English language proficiency; and any program-specific requirements listed below. Applicants with work and life experience are assessed on: secondary education if the Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (AQF) or equivalent was completed; or the Work and Life Experience Based entry scheme ; and English language proficiency; and any program-specific requirements listed below. International applicants Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements can be found . Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below. Diversity factors & English language proficiency As Australia's national university, ANU is a global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe. If required, competitive ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency. Further information is available for English Language Requirements for Admission ATAR: 94 International Baccalaureate: 38

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