BA Programme in “Politics, Philosophy and Economics, Luiss University, Rome
The BA in “Politics, Philosophy and Economics” is a three-year interdisciplinary undergraduate program taught entirely in English (180 ECTS). It sets students on an international career path from day one, fostering knowledge of various disciplines – history, law, political science, sociology, economics, statistics, methodology of social research – and of how they impact on contemporary societies, with the possibility to specialize in the third year with three elective courses. Teaching is enhanced by data analysis and computer skills labs, soft-skills, the study of academic English, internships, and opportunities to study abroad. Students will also have to undertake the study of a mandatory second language between Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Spanish, German and Russian (and Italian for foreign students).
Master Programme University of Bari, Italy
Students benefit from an academic community that includes some of the most renowned academics in their fields. Lecturers bring a blend of in-depth expertise and practical experience that provides students with a comprehensive education. In the PPE Master’s program in particular, this experience is enhanced by guest lecturers from universities in Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Austria and Spain, who contribute their unique perspectives and expertise. This international expertise enriches the learning experience and provides students with a globally oriented education.
The Uniba PPE program combines practical philosophy, politics, and economics to tackle global challenges like migrations, inequalities, and political radicalization. It’s designed for those who understand that contemporary problems demand a multifaceted approach. The University of Bari, a major educational institution in Southern Italy, attracts students worldwide. Bari’s unique position in the Mediterranean, rich in history and culture, provides an exceptional backdrop for learning and exploration.
The program extends over two semesters. Small classes, led by dedicated lecturers, encourage close supervision and interaction in a multicultural environment. Courses combine theoretical foundations with practical applications, prepare students for real-world challenges and encourage critical thinking. The exchange of ideas between students from the Balkans, Mediterranean and Northern Europe creates a vibrant intellectual community. Students from other parts of the world enrich this dialog with their unique perspectives and contribute to a stimulating learning atmosphere. In designing this course, we have tried to combine the high degree of original interdisciplinarity – with many examples in Europe and the USA – with the particular geopolitical location of Bari in the Mediterranean region. Our aim is to prepare students for the diverse political and economic – but also social and legal – problems that arise from the meeting and sometimes the clash of cultures. Some of our courses deal with issues of political relations, religions, migrations and human rights in the Mediterranean region as far as they are related to the European Union. Particular attention is paid to the general framework of the ideas of our Mediterranean interlocutors in a philosophy course on the clash between Islam and liberal democracy and a politics course on the role of the Middle East in world politics. The Bari PPE is designed for students interested in combining a preparation in the fundamentals of economics with philosophically grounded studies involving important political issues such as globalization, climate change, social solidarity and migration flows. Those with an economics background in their undergraduate degree will broaden their range of interest and understanding by being exposed to political problems and philosophical methods of analysis and normative reflection.
The PPPA is a two-year Master’s degree jointly offered by the University of Milan and the Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, as an advanced interdisciplinary programme offering a complete training in both philosophy and political science. The training is designed to enable students to acquire analytical tools and skills for critically interpreting complex issues of public importance and assessing their normative implications. The programme provides both a solid theoretical background and a practical sense of the challenges associated with current political, economic and cultural phenomena and trends. The curriculum includes a common core of courses in moral, political and social philosophy, political science and other social sciences. In the second year, students are free to design their own curriculum, choosing from a wide range of courses. At the end of the programme, students can choose to obtain a Master’s degree in either Philosophy or Political Science.
Philosophy, International Studies and Economics (PISE) program at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice
The BA in Philosophy, International and Economic Studies (PISE) at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice is a three-year interdisciplinary program taught entirely in English, inspired by Oxford’s PPE model. Located in Venice, PISE combines rigorous philosophical training with economics, political science, history, and law to prepare students for careers in academia, business, public policy, diplomacy, and international organizations.
The curriculum balances theoretical depth with practical application, and the diverse international faculty and student body create a vibrant multicultural learning environment. The program builds critical thinking and analytical skills through foundational coursework in logic and philosophy of science, contemporary history, economics, and political science, before progressing to moral and political philosophy, international relations, international law, public economics, macroeconomics and institutions and international trade and development.
Beyond the core program, students can enrich their education through Ca’ Foscari’s innovative Minor pathways, interdisciplinary 18-credit sequences in areas like Computer and Data Science, Gender Studies, Management, and Economic Education, allowing them to customize their studies and develop complementary expertise.
Moreover, PISE students benefit from extensive international mobility through Ca’ Foscari’s 650+ partnership agreements in over 70 countries. Students can participate in Erasmus+ programs across Europe, Overseas exchanges with universities worldwide, or pursue a double degree with the University College Groningen. These experiences are complemented by language courses offered through Ca’ Foscari’s Language Center (CLA), supporting students in English, French, Spanish, German, and other languages to meet partner university requirements.
The program also features the PISE Network whose goal is to bridge the gap between alumni and current students by providing networking opportunities, professional growth, and activities that enrich the academic experience These include PISE Lens, a monthly editorial platform where students and alumni publish articles on selected themes, and PISE Days, an annual three- to four-day conference built around a unifying thread and hosting a diverse range of professional profiles. Also part of the program is the PISE Lectures series, where internationally renowned scholars address pressing global issues, from economic statecraft to social justice and climate ethics. Furthermore, starting from 2027, the course will offer students the opportunity to take part in a unique project-based internship, in collaboration with Future of Work S.r.l. entitled “AI Challenge Lab for International Development: Designing AI Tools in Partnership with Multilateral Organizations”.
Graduates go on to pursue diverse careers as economic analysts and consultants in private and public sectors, policy advisors in governmental and international organizations, cultural project managers, and researchers. The program’s philosophical foundation, combined with economic and political expertise, positions them uniquely for both traditional academic paths in philosophy and professional roles requiring economic and policy analysis.
Ultimately, PISE offers an intellectually rigorous, internationally oriented education that bridges the humanities and social sciences, preparing students to think critically about the world’s most pressing challenges while building practical skills for impactful careers.
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