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About the Major
Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PP&E) offers an innovative curriculum for students drawn to interdisciplinary approaches and diverse frameworks for understanding social phenomenon.
PP&E majors take a shared set of introductory courses, then choose from three specializations: Politics and Philosophy, Economics, or International Studies.
Career Options
Students in this major are prepared for careers in:
- Government
- Law
- Public agencies
- Business
- Nonprofit management
- Diplomacy
- Community work
- Journalism
The PP&E major also prepares students for advanced studies in law, journalism, international relations, public policy, international development, and other social sciences.
Politics, Philosophy, and Economics Degree Requirements
Note: Students majoring in PP&E cannot minor in Politics, Economics, or Law and Policy.
All PP&E students take introductory classes in economics, politics and philosophy, after which they must specialize in either Politics and Philosophy, Economics, or International Studies. All majors are required to complete their degree by participating in a capstone class.
