University of Pretoria - Faculty of Humanities
BSocSci (Philosophy, Politics and Economics)DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The BSocSci in Philosophy, Politics and Economics offers an integrated approach, emphasizing critical thinking and practical skills across these interconnected disciplines. The program equips students with analytical tools to understand and address societal issues, fostering an ability to evaluate complex arguments and policy implications.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various fields, including public policy, international relations, law, and academia. The program prepares students for roles in governmental organizations, non-profits, think tanks, and the private sector, making them valuable assets in diverse work environments.
Introduction
BSocSci (Philosophy, Politics and Economics)
The purpose of this program is to provide students with an in-depth knowledge and analytical understanding of contemporary political and economic issues. All three disciplines – political science, philosophy, and economics – focus on the social world and social phenomena, each from a different perspective.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please visit the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Curriculum: Year 1
Fundamental modules
- Academic information management 111
- Academic information management 121
- Academic orientation 101
Core modules
- Economics 110
- Economics 120
- Philosophy 110
- Philosophy 120
- Politics 101
- Statistics 122
- Statistics 110
- Statistics 121
Curriculum: Year 2
Core modules
- Economics 214
- Economics 224
- Economics 234
- Economics 244
- Contesting modernities 210
- Philosophy in context 220
- International relations 210
- International relations 220
- Statistics 210
- Statistics 220
- Political science 210
- Political science 220
Curriculum: Final year
Core modules
- Economics 310
- Economics 320
- Self and subjectivity 310
- Philosophy in context 320
- International relations 310
- International relations 320
- Political science 310
- Political science 320
Program Outcome
Total credits: 432