Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours) (BPPE(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2020
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2020
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2412
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
How to applyDuration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2020
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2412
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B or C. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 092442A
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours)?
This 4 year program offers an integrated, cross-disciplinary perspective that combines broad and rigorous training in the foundations of politics, philosophy and economics. Students will study insights from all three disciplines and will explore current and future global challenges. This program will equip graduates with versatile skills to address complex and challenging issues drawing on an historical, social, political and economic knowledge base.
From year 2, students may choose to specialise in one discipline, earning a major in politics, philosophy or economics. Students who choose not to take a major will instead choose elective courses from all three disciplines.
All students must choose to take either the 6 unit thesis course (PPES4202) or the 2 unit team project course (PPES4201). Note - entry to PPES4202 is restricted to students who have a GPA of 6.25 over their first 24 units of study in the program. Further, students are responsible for finding their own thesis supervisor.
All students will graduate with Honours regardless of the pathway they choose to take.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours).
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours)
Honours
Honours will be awarded to all graduates of this program.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B or C.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 092442A
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours)
Careers
International consulting, consumer affairs, diplomatic and trade services, economic and social analyst, foreign affairs, international finance, investment and trade, broadcasting, policy-maker, political adviser in international affairs, public affairs, public relations, academia, government agencies and ministries.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Computer Society
- Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance
- Economic Society of Australia
Program rules for the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours)
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is req'd to obtain 64 units from the BPPE(Hons) course list comprising -
(a) Either 10 or 14 units from Part A; and
(b) 30 units from Part B; and
(c) Either -
- Students who wish to complete a major:
- 12 units from one major in Part C; and
- Either -
- If 10 units taken from Part A: 6 units from Part D, with at least 2 units at level 3; or
- If 14 units taken from Part A: 2 units from Part D.
- Students who do not wish to complete a major:
- Either -
- If 10 units taken from Part A: 18 units from Part D, with at least 6 units at level 3; or
- If 14 units taken from Part A: 14 units from Part D, with at least 2 units at level 3; and
- Either -
For Part D courses & general electives combined, a student must complete no more than 4 units at level 1.
Refer to BPPE(Hons) rules for further info.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
