Politics, Philosophy and Economics - A2010
Think strategically and make change with the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics. This elite program is designed for deep thinkers who want to have a real impact. By studying at the creative intersection between three disciplines, you’ll learn how to transform big ideas into tangible results.
Discover Your Path to Impact: Degrees in Global Relations, Politics & Economics.
Clayton: Thursday May 22, 2025.
Wondering which degree to choose: Global Studies; International Relations; or Philosophy, Politics + Economics? Discover how each program offers a unique global perspective. Hear from alumni, students, and scholars tackling today's and tomorrow's big issues and making a positive impact in the world.
What is a Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics?
The Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics is a specialist degree with a choice of three specialisations:
By learning how to apply abstract knowledge to pressing problems, you’ll graduate as an informed thinker with practical experience.
Jobs with a Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics?
After completing the course, you'll be well-prepared for a wide range of professions. Your sharpened analytical skills will give you a distinct advantage in sectors such as private enterprise and non-governmental organisations. Potential career paths include:
- Advocacy
- Banking and finance
- Business management
- Civil society leadership
- Consultancy
- Diplomacy
- Economics
- Government
- International relations
- Lobbying
- Policy analysis
- Politics
- Public affairs.
At a glance
Subject prerequisites
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Course Details
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Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
There are many ways to be considered for entry to a Monash University degree depending on your educational background and history. The below options reflect the academic requirements for the different applicant categories (or the highest level of education previously completed) to be considered for this Monash course. All applicants must satisfy equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites or equivalent tertiary units including the English language requirements.
Qualifications
Equivalent Australian Year 12
Completing Year 12 in the Current Year or within the Last 2 Years
Applicants with Recent Secondary Education
Started or Completed a TAFE Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma
Applicants with VET Study
Started or Completed a Bachelor Degree
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Finished Year 12 More than 3 Years Ago with No Further Study
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Alternative qualifications and prerequisites
For other domestic and international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course use the study credit and admissions eligibility search.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
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
Part B. Politics, philosophy and economics (PPE) specialist knowledge
Part C. Free elective study
Course maps
Partner with another course
Double degree courses allow you to study towards two different degrees at the same time, and graduate with two separate qualifications. And because a required subject in one course can count as an elective in the other, our double degrees take up to two years less than if you studied for the two degrees separately.
Making the application
Future students
Semester one (February)
Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
Semester two (July)
Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
Current Monash students
You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.
Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer...
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
The average annual student contribution amount for 2025 is:
A$16,992
Note: see information on how fees are calculated.
Fee assistance
As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:
- pay all of your student contribution upfront, or
- defer payment through the HECS HELP loan scheme.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2025 are:
A$37,200
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other fees
The Student Services and Amenities Fee applies to some students each calendar year.
