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Discover three key disciplines that shape our comprehension of society, Canadian governance, and global affairs. You'll engage with diverse foundational and specialized courses designed to equip you for professional paths in business or government, or for further studies in law, commerce, journalism, social services, teaching, or public service.
A UBC Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) degree integrates three fundamental areas for analyzing society and global systems:
Philosophy, developing skills in logical reasoning, ethical analysis, and critical inquiry
Political Science, examining the forces and structures that shape policies and governance frameworks
Economics, exploring decision-making processes at individual and collective levels within our interconnected global economy
When combined, these disciplines provide a rigorous foundation for critically analyzing and interpreting complex world issues.
Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school: Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII. Certificates must be official. Photocopies are acceptable if certified by school principal, head, or counsellor. Notarized copies are not acceptable.
English Language Admission Standard: Canadian Academic English Language assessment - Overall 70; Cambridge English Qualifications – 180; UBC Certificate in English – 600; International English Language Testing System (Academic) - 6.5, with no part less than 6.0; Pearson Test of English (Academic) - Overall: 65, Reading: 60, Listening: 60, Writing: 60, Speaking: 60; Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test - Overall: 90, Reading: 22, Listening: 22, Writing: 21, Speaking: 21.