Philosophy, Politics and Economics: Public Policy & Governance, BA
Philosophy, Politics, and Economics allows undergraduates to study a variety of comprehensive analytical frameworks that have been developed to understand and justify political and economic structures, particularly constitutional democracy and the market system. The program prepares its graduates for careers in public policy, public services, business, and law among others.
The minimum total course units for graduation in this major is 36. Double majors may entail more course units.
For more information: http://www.sas.upenn.edu/ppe/
For information about the General Education requirements, please visit the College of Arts & Sciences Curriculum page.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| College General Education Requirements and Free Electives | ||
| Foundational Approaches + Sectors1 + Free Electives | 20 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| Rigorous Reasoning (Pre Requirement) | ||
| Common Foundations | ||
| Philosophy Foundation: | ||
| PHIL 1433 | The Social Contract | 1 |
| Select 1 course unit in Philosophy Foundation | 1 | |
| Political Science Foundation: | ||
| Select 1 course unit in Political Theory | 1 | |
| Select 1 course unit in Political Science Foundation | 1 | |
| Economics Foundation: | ||
| ECON 0100 | Introduction to Micro Economics | 1 |
| ECON 0200 | Introductory Economics: Macro | 1 |
| Psychology Foundation: | ||
| PSYC 2737 | Judgment and Decisions | 1 |
| or PSYC 1440 | Social Psychology | |
| Common Core | ||
| PPE 3001 | Strategic Reasoning | 1 |
| PPE 3002 | Public Policy Process | 1 |
| PPE 3003 | Behavioral Economics and Psychology | 1 |
| Public Policy & Governance Theme | ||
| Select 5 course units in Public Policy & Governance Theme | 5 | |
| Capstone Seminar | ||
| Select one of the following: | 1 | |
| PPE Capstone: Social Policy | ||
| PPE Capstone: Political Economy | ||
| PPE Capstone: Networks | ||
| PPE Capstone: Modeling | ||
| PPE Capstone: Judgment and Decision Making | ||
| PPE Capstone: Obedience | ||
| PPE Capstone: Political Science | ||
| PPE Capstone: Psychology | ||
| PPE Capstone: Economics | ||
| PPE Capstone: Philosophy | ||
| Total Course Units | 36 | |
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You may count no more than one course toward both a Major and a Sector requirement. For Exceptions, check the Policy Statement.
Honors
Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.6 in the major.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| PPE 4998 | Directed Honors Research | 1 |
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2023 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.