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Overview

The Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (BPPE) is an innovative degree that equips you with the intellectual and practical skills necessary to comprehend and navigate the changing world in the 21st century. You will finish your BPPE having mastered the main ideas shaping an understanding of the social world. You will move beyond existing frameworks by studying at the creative intersections between politics, philosophy and economics. This interdisciplinary grounding will culminate in practical, skills-based applications of the conceptual tools provided by the BPPE to ensure you are ready for the challenges and possibilities of the century ahead.

You will also have the opportunity to enrich your degree by honing your academic and professional skills through a range of flagship rich educational experiences (FREE). For more information on eligibility please see FREE.

Course structure

Rules

Elective units may be at any level, however, no more than 60 credit points at Level 1 can be credited to the course and a minimum of 36 credit points must be completed at Level 3.

It is recommended that you complete Level 1 sequences first as these lay the foundation for further study.

Double degrees

If you are completing a double degree you must complete no more than six Level 1 Arts units (36 credit points) and at least 36 credit points at Level 3 of which at least 24 credit points must be Arts units.

Part A. Analysis, Strategy and Leadership24 credit points

You must complete the following units (18 credit points)

Additional core unit

6 credit points

You must complete one of the following units

Part B. Politics, philosophy and economics (PPE) specialist knowledge72 credit points

Gateway units

36 credit points

You must complete six gateway units (36 credit points) from all three specialisations in your first year of study. One specialisation must be nominated at the end of first year.

The gateway units from this section will be credited to the specialisation.

Economic analysis

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Philosophy

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Politics and governance

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Specialisations

36 credit points

You must complete the remaining core and elective units (36 credit points) in your nominated specialisation.

Part C. Free elective study48 credit points

You must complete 48 credit points of free elective study. Units from the elective lists for the specialisations in this course are recommended, as are any remaining cornerstone or capstone units from any of the specialisations.

You can enrich your degree by using some of your free electives to take a study tour, field trip or exchange opportunity. You can also use this space to hone your academic and professional skills with an internship or a range of practical units. See Arts enrichment and Monash Intercultural Lab list of units to discover the breadth of options available.

Elective units may be chosen from the faculty or across the University as long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on admission to the units. The units may be at any level, however, no more than 60 credit points at Level 1 can be credited to the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics. You may need permission from the owning faculty to enrol in some units taught by other faculties. The level of the unit is indicated by the first number in the unit code; undergraduate units are those that commence with the numbers 1-3.

If you are in a double degree course, some units required for the other degree are credited as electives towards the politics, philosophy and economics degree.

The handbook's description of this structure

The course develops through two themes, which will provide you with interdisciplinary approaches to addressing the key challenges facing the global community and in-depth expertise in your specialised area of study to enable you to effect change and develop the necessary knowledge and skills to be innovative leaders in responding to political, philosophical and economic challenges.

Part A. Analysis, strategy and leadership

You will develop a foundational understanding of politics, philosophy and economics as a complex phenomenon, its social, economic and political impact, and the advantages and limitations associated with different strategies to address it and the perspectives you need to make a real impact.

Part B. Politics, philosophy and economics (PPE) specialist knowledge

These units will provide in-depth knowledge of the specific facet of PPE that comprises your specialisation, providing you with the practical and theoretical skills and knowledge needed to critically analyse, communicate and apply your disciplinary knowledge.

Part C. Free elective study

Electives will enable you to further develop your knowledge in the area of politics, philosophy and economics, or arts more generally, or to select units from across the faculty or the University in which you are eligible to enrol.

Master's accelerated pathway

If you satisfy the below requirements, you may be invited to join the master's accelerated pathway program:

have achieved a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65%; and
have completed a minimum of 96 credit points in your bachelor degree, including 24 credit points towards your Arts specialisation.

Please note that you should also have a minimum of 24 credit points of free electives available.

On joining the accelerated pathway your 24 credit points of free elective units will be replaced with specified units from your destination master's degree. As long as you attain a minimum WAM of 60% at the end of your bachelor studies, you will be eligible to continue your chosen master's studies the following year.

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

The course comprises 144 points, of which 96 points are politics, philosophy and economics study and 48 points are free electives.

The course develops through theme studies: Part A. Analysis, strategy and leadership (24 points), Part B. Politics, philosophy and economics (PPE) specialist knowledge (72 points) and Part C. Free elective study (48 points).

Elective units may be at any level, however, no more than ten units (60 points) at level 1 can be credited to the course and a minimum of 36 points must be completed at level 3. It is recommended that you complete level 1 sequences first as these lay the foundation for further study.

If you are completing a double degree you must complete no more than six level 1 arts units (36 points) and at least 36 points at level 3 of which at least 24 points must be arts units.

Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Analysis, Strategy and Leadership (24 points)

You must complete:

ATS1050 Big ideas in politics, philosophy and economics
ATS1053 Strategic reasoning in politics, philosophy and economics
ATS2210 Policy analysis in politics, philosophy and economics
ATS3253 Leadership and change in politics, philosophy and economics or ATS3181 PPE global study abroad

Part B. Politics, philosophy and economics (PPE) specialist knowledge (72 points)

If you are wishing to undertake an honours year you must complete at least four level 3 units in your specialisation.

a.) Gateways (36 points)

You must complete six gateway units (36 points) from all three specialisations in your first year of study. One specialisation must be nominated at the end of first year.

Politics and Governance

ATS1071 Political theory in a changing world: Concepts, issues and debates
ATS1945 Issues in Australian politics and government

Philosophy

ATS1371 Life, death and morality (Introduction to philosophy A)
ATS1835 Time, self and mind (Introduction to philosophy B)

Economic analysis

ECC1000 Principles of microeconomics
ECC1100 Principles of macroeconomics

b.) Specialisations (36 points)

You must complete the remaining core and elective units (36 points) in the nominated specialisation:

Politics and governance
Philosophy
Economic analysis

Part C. Free elective study (48 points)

You must complete 48 credit points of free elective study. Units from the elective lists for the specialisations in this course are recommended, as are any remaining cornerstone or capstone units from any of the specialisations.

You can enrich your degree by using some of your free electives to take a study tour, field trip or exchange opportunity. You can also use this space to hone your academic and professional skills with an internship or a range of practical units. See Arts enrichment and Monash Intercultural Lab list of units to discover the breadth of options available.

Elective units may be chosen from the faculty or across the University as long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on admission to the units. The units may be at any level, however, no more than 60 credit points at level 1 can be credited to the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics. You may need permission from the owning faculty to enrol in some units taught by other faculties. The level of the unit is indicated by the first number in the unit code; undergraduate units are those that commence with the numbers 1-3.

If you are in a double degree course, some units required for the other degree are credited as electives towards the politics, philosophy and economics degree.

Areas of study

Specialisations (3)

Learning outcomes

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1
identify and critically discuss the key theoretical frameworks and methods of investigation in the academic disciplines of Politics, Philosophy and Economics;
2
recognise and analyse the interactions between the disciplines of Politics, Philosophy and Economics, and where their key theories and methods converge to affect policy and decision-making;
3
apply the theories of Politics, Philosophy and Economics to formulate and communicate creative and innovative solutions to practical questions and problems in a range of formats, and for various audiences and communities;
4
communicate arguments through the use of rigorous critical and analytical skills;
5
engage in scholarship or professional practice collaboratively and ethically;
6
demonstrate competencies required for responsible global citizenship.

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR and selection rank

80

Other applicants

All applicants must satisfy the equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites.

VET Diploma graduates: To be considered, applicants who have completed VCE or its equivalent and who are applying with a Humanities or Social Science based diploma will require an average result of at least 70%. Applicants who have not completed VCE but have completed a Humanities or Social Science based diploma will require an average result of at least 80%. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements.

University: To be considered on the basis of tertiary study alone, applicants who have completed VCE or equivalent will be required to complete the equivalent of one year (48 credit points) of a recognised university degree and will require an average result of at least 70% (including failed units). For applicants who have completed less than the equivalent of one year of study, both the senior secondary qualification results and the units completed will be considered.

For applicants who do not have any formal qualifications completion of two single units at an Australian higher education or equivalent overseas educational institution satisfy minimum entry requirements, but four units are recommended to be competitive for selection, especially in Humanities or Social Science areas. Applicants should have at least a 70% average in their studies (including failed units). Studies must have been completed within five years of intended commencement.

English language

Monash Level A, that is: IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 overall with no band lower than 50; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or Equivalent approved English test

Pathways

Monash Transition Program
Diploma of Business (Commerce stream)

More information

Progression to further studies

Honour's

Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (A3701). You must have:

completed 48 credit points of studies within your chosen Honours area of study;
obtained a distinction grade average (75%) or above in 24 credit points of studies in relevant discipline units at level three; and
an overall WAM of 75 in your completed undergraduate degree.

For some disciplines, completion of specific units or their equivalent are required for admission to honours. The details are provided with the requirements for each discipline to which this applies.

Master's

Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to a masters course. You must have completed all the requirements for your undergraduate degree with a 60% average

Notes for students

You can enrich your degree by honing your academic and professional skills through a range of flagship rich educational experiences (FREE), including the Monash Innovation Guarantee, Global Immersion Guarantee and/or Research, Experimentation and Discovery. These FREE units may be credited in place of your free electives if approved by the faculty. There are both 6 and 12 credit point unit options available.

For information on eligibility please see FREE.

If you are enrolled in a double degree it may be possible to utilise credit from one or both of your degrees to do a 6 and/or 12 credit point flagship rich educational experience. For information on eligible double degree combinations please see FREE.

Other information

The Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (BPPE) is an innovative degree that equips you with the intellectual and practical skills necessary to comprehend and navigate the changing world in the 21st century. You will finish your BPPE having mastered the main ideas shaping an understanding of the social world. You will move beyond existing frameworks by studying at the creative intersections between politics, philosophy and economics. This interdisciplinary grounding will culminate in practical, skills-based applications of the conceptual tools provided by the BPPE to ensure you are ready for the challenges and possibilities of the century ahead.

You will also have the opportunity to enrich your degree by honing your academic and professional skills through a range of flagship rich educational experiences (FREE). For more information on eligibility please see FREE.

Contacts

Academic Coordinator: Associate Professor Stephanie Collins

Common questions

How long is Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics?

3 years full time, 144 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 6 semesters of full-time study.

What specialisations can I take in Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics?

3 specialisations in 2024, including Economic analysis; Philosophy; and Politics and governance.

What ATAR do I need for Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics?

The guaranteed ATAR listed for 2024 entry is 80.

Where can I study Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics?

At Clayton.

How do I plan my Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics units?

Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.

Course details

Qualification: Bachelor Degree
AQF level: Level 7
Credit points: 144
Full time: 3 Years
Part time: 6 Years
Maximum time: 8 years

Faculty: Faculty of Arts
CRICOS code: 0100405
Abbreviation: BPPE
Award title: Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics
Handbook years: 2020 2021 2022 202320242025 2026 2027