University of Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The Policy, Politics and Economics (PPE) degree at Birmingham is an innovative, interdisciplinary programme. The combination of Social Policy, Politics and Economics is unique to Birmingham, allowing for a more applied, ‘real-world’ academic experience. The Policy, Politics and Economics (PPE) degree at Birmingham is an innovative, interdisciplinary programme. PPE at Birmingham brings together the study of Social Policy, Politics and Economics to examine and evaluate the arguments, ideas and evidence associated with some of the most pressing global issues. The programme will give equal weight to all three disciplines for the duration of the course, while at the same time allowing you to tailor your degree to your strengths and interests. It will enable you to develop the skills necessary for a wide range of careers across the private, public and third sectors.
- The combination of Social Policy, Politics and Economics is unique to Birmingham, allowing for a more applied, ‘real-world’ academic experience.
- We offer a specially designed, interdisciplinary module in the second year and the option to study abroad in the third year.
- There is an opportunity to undertake a work placement in the final year via the ‘Professional Development’ module.
Modules
Please visit the course page on our website for a full list of modules and descriptions.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L990
- Institution code:
- B32
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above.
If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter.
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT