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Our personal lives, our societies and our political institutions are shaped by economic forces. Economic activity has a political dimension and both politics and economics raise a host of deeper philosophical questions including questions about what matters and what is fair.
Through our flexible, modular programme, you can shape your degree to fit your interests and spend time discovering what you enjoy, exploring the areas that interest you the most.
Your course is based in the Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion, with Economics modules taught by Lancaster University Management School.
Message Emma with any questions about student life and studying at Lancaster. No question is too basic! “I'm a third year undergraduate philosophy student at Lancaster. I love animals, volunteering, walks and especially true crime! I would love to help answer your questions about studying within the Politics, Philosophy and Religion (PPR) department at Lancaster, or about uni life in general. Say hi!”
Hi! I’m a second-year Philosophy, Politics and Economics student. My hometown is Hove, but Lancaster has really become my second home. I’m now living off-campus (near Williamson Park) with three friends after spending a year in a Townhouse in County College.
I’m really enjoying my course as lecturers and tutors make the course content really engaging and don’t hesitate to provide support when needed. There’s no doubt that the work can be challenging but I find my subject interesting. On top of this, there are opportunities to study abroad or to take a placement year working in industry.
When I’m not focusing on my academic study, I try and take full advantage of the social opportunities available at University. I am a keen member of the Lancaster Debating Society, play competitive football for my college and participate in the Lancaster Running and Athletics Club. There are loads of societies at Lancaster and opportunities to get more involved with your own interests.
In my spare time, I enjoy listening to music, going on runs and supporting Everton F.C. At University, I enjoy a good work-life balance, which is an important aspect of a healthy work environment at University.
If you have any questions about Lancaster University, feel free to message me on social media.
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Contact: Dr Garrath Williams, Admissions Tutor for Philosophy, Politics and Economics
We provide many opportunities to develop your skills and gain work experience during your degree. For example, the Richardson Institute provides specialist internships where you can gain valuable research experience with agencies such as NGOs, think tanks, charities and faith based organisations.
The Department has been a fascinating, welcoming and supportive environment from the beginning of first year to the end of final year.
It is staffed by a diverse and friendly team that are always on hand to assist in matters, academic or general, whenever you need help.
Lancaster offers a wide and varied range of modules throughout the degree which are taught with up-to-date research and essential critical insight. During my time at Lancaster, I have had the opportunity to travel to New York and Boston with the department where I was fortunate enough to visit the UN Headquarters along with many other brilliant points of interest.
I have also participated in numerous extra-curricular departmental activities such as research internships and conference assistance. Overall, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time studying in the department and I would recommend it to any prospective student wholeheartedly.
Ben CrumptonBA (Hons) Politics and Philosophy
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