PPE (M. A.) – Philosophy, Politics and Economics
The Master’s Degree for Future Leaders and Executives
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Study PPE at Witten/Herdecke University
Where change starts
We at Witten/Herdecke University think that interdisciplinarity and interculturality are the keys to surmount current and future difficulties.
Therefore, we want to give you as an international student the opportunity to gain knowledge on a wide-spread level – by joining our PPE Master’s Degree Programme consisting of three crucial disciplines.
Join us now and let us combine our global knowledge of philosophy, politics and economics to tackle the real world’s problems – altogether.
PPE – Your Master’s Degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Our society is currently confronted with hardships that cannot be overcome by simply applying non-global old-fashioned strategies.
Intercontinental migration, climate change, economic inequality, ethnic wars and political radicalisation are challenges that need more than a retrospective glance at what has been done before.
That is why we have designed the
PPE Master Programme –
a combination of three disciplines merged into one ground-breaking study-course able to provide you with the solutions for our tomorrow.
- Focus on new ideas and interculturality
- Gain knowledge on a wide-spread level
- Explore interdisciplinary perspectives
- Become a future leading executive
- Create the world of tomorrow
Structure and Modules
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Compulsory Modules
15 ECTS
Advanced methods
- Philosophy of science
- Qualitative methods
- Quantitative methods (focus applied on econometrics)
Compulsory Modules
30 ECTS
Basics for PPE
- Basics in philosophy I and II: Ethics and political philosophy / philosophy of social sciences
- Basics in politics I and II: Introductory political economy / introductory international relations
- Basics in economics I and II: Basics in microeconomics and institutional economics / macroeconomics
Studium fundamentale
15 ECTS
Thursday is Stufu-day at Witten/Herdecke University. On this day, you will meet students of all faculties and enhance your skills in liberal arts and humanities including history, music, dancing, sculpting, theatre, and literature. You will also improve your abilities in several soft skills as well as in group dynamics and communication.
Having been the first of its kind in Germany, the Studium fundamentale at Witten/Herdecke University has been celebrated as ‘groundbreaking’ by the Mercator foundation.
Design your own study profile
Witten’s PPE students are as diverse as their interests and expectations regarding the programme. We are therefore committed to provide you with the opportunity to design your course contents in line with your interests. Hence, you will be able to set your own priorities while also having the chance of getting involved in further developing our curriculum.
Elective modules are an essential part of our PPE programme. They consist of majors from the disciplines of philosophy, politics and economics, as well as of free elective modules.
Many of our students are particularly interested in development and development policy. The PPE master degree programme thus includes a major in ‘Philosophy, Politics and Economics of Development’, approaching this topic from interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary perspectives.
As a student you may choose from the following majors:
INDIVIDUAL
Individual profile 40 ECTS
MAJOR
Topics at the interface of philosophy, politics and economics
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PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS AND ECONOMICS OF DEVELOPMENT
5 ECTS per module
The Major Philosophy, Politics and Economics of Development includes, but is not limited to, the following core subject areas:
- Development Economics and Politics
- Institutional Economics: Institutions, Growth and Development
- International Political Economy
- Democracy and Dictatorship
- Global Justice and the Global South
- Research Colloquium Development Studies, in cooperation with the German Development Institute (DIE)
- Current Issues and Further Questions
INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS
5 ECTS per module
The Major International Economics includes, but is not limited to, the following core subject areas:
- Behavioural Economics
- Institutional Economics
- Advanced Micro- and Macroeconomics
- The International Financial System
- Current Issues and Further Questions
INTERNATIONAL POLITICS
5 ECTS per module
The Major International Politics includes, but is not limited to, the following core subject areas:
- Foreign Policy
- Global Governance
- Security
- International Political Economy
- International Organizations
PHILOSOPHY AND SOCIETY
5 ECTS per module
The Major Philosophy and Society includes, but is not limited to, the following core subject areas:
- Game Theory and Social Structure
- Advanced Philosophy of Economics
- Ethics and Society
- History of Economic Ideas in the Context of Social Philosophy
- Current Issues and Further Questions
Master Module 20 ECTS(Topic according to chosen major)
Master thesis
Master thesis
Master thesis
Master thesis
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Full career support
throughout the semesters by our support.
Affordable international studies and living costs
compared to other countries
Learn in small groups
with no more than 25 students.
Second master degree for free
because you only have to pay for your first master degree
Frequent lecturer meetings and an international office
for boosting your learning progress
Study in the Centre of Europe
As the oldest private university in Germany we have a strong history of academic excellence.
This fits perfectly into the cultural landscape of Europe and the Ruhr Area of Germany.
Knowledge
Curriculum with a new democratic approach
that allows you to co-decide what to learn
One degree programme - 3 disciplines
to get knowledge in philosophy, politics and economics
Three courses with multitudes of subjects
to gain knowledge in a wide range of topics
Experience
Adventure in a foreign country
with a short distance to all metropols in Europe
Opportunity to discover European cultures
since Germany is surrounded by 8 different countries
Gather new perspectives
with students from other study programmes like management, ethics, medicine or psychology
Community
Global network of professionals
you can connect and work with
International team of professionals
enable you to join the international PPE network
Melting pot of students from various cultures
you will stay in contact with for the rest of your life
If you think this could suit you, then request further details about Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Witten/Herdecke University now!
Over 40 years of excellence!
Germany’s first private university.
Voted the most popular university on StudyCheck.
Which university is the best choice?
We belong to the TOP 5 in Germany.
