Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics

About this programme

Gain a multi-disciplinary perspective on the political and economic systems that shape our world with La Trobe's Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics. Grasp the interconnections between three disciplines, equipping you with a distinctive and well-rounded combination of transferable skills that can be applied to a range of policy contexts, enhancing your employability in a range of sectors. By studying La Trobe's Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics, you will: expand your understanding of politics and the evolution of governmental structures, discovering how different groups are impacted by current systems and learning how to pinpoint opportunities for innovative policy-making engage with deep, foundational questions in philosophy, address challenging ethical puzzles and sharpen your critical thinking and reasoning, empowering you to reflect clearly on complex issues gain insights into the economic forces that shape markets and influence decision-making, build crucial quantitative skills, and learn how to evaluate economic models so you can apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios make a positive social impact in urgent issues such as inequality, climate change and human rights apply your knowledge with a range of placement and networking opportunities at organisations like the Victorian Parliament, Trades Hall, the Grattan Institute and more.