PPE – Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Master of Arts)

Study the real world The English-language PPE Master's programme is ideal for you if you're seeking an international degree that tackles pressing global issues such as migration, climate change, economic inequality, political radicalisation, and ethnic conflicts. It fosters critical thinking and integrates multiple disciplines to approach these challenges. In this programme, you'll apply the knowledge you gain to real-world problems of the 21st century, working towards interdisciplinary solutions. A Master's degree in PPE opens up a variety of career paths in business, politics, and government. If you're interested in an academic career, you can focus on research and pursue a PhD after graduation. Tailor-made PPE programme for future leaders in politics and economics Today’s global challenges transcend traditional academic boundaries. Conventional approaches often fall short in fully understanding or solving them. Tackling these issues requires interdisciplinary thinkers with a broad, forward-looking perspective. Future leaders in politics and economics must be equipped to reflect on complex ethical and philosophical questions. The English-language PPE Master's programme at Witten/Herdecke University is designed for exactly these kinds of change-makers. This interdisciplinary programme prepares graduates for diverse leadership roles at the intersection of politics, economics, and civil society. It encourages critical thinking, combines multiple perspectives, and focuses on real-world applications. PPE at Witten/Herdecke University is different In contrast to other MA-PPE programmes, which tend to teach the three disciplines separately, the Witten/Herdecke University course of studies truly merges the fields by exploring their combined relevance in virtually every way. Join the Witten/Herdecke University PPE community! The educational approach of Witten/Herdecke University is unique. We have created an active community of students and professors around each of our degree programmes. Hence, as a student of PPE at Witten/Herdecke University, you will interact with exceptionally talented, involved, committed, and sociable people. Classes are kept small and teaching is interactive to the core, fostering discussion and avoiding what we pejoratively call "frontal teaching". In particular, each semester our students are involved in designing the curriculum of the upcoming semester. The "Studium fundamentale" allows you to integrate courses in music, literature, art, history, and archaeology into your degree. The possibility to choose between four majors and to conduct independent studies allows for a high degree of individual design of your course portfolio. The Witten Network – a stepping stone to your future career The excellent international reputation of our university helps us to attract internationally renowned scholars to give talks and teach seminars at Witten/Herdecke University. In fact, the university partners with students in selecting and inviting international lecturers. Our network of partner organisations helps PPE students pave their way to a successful career in Germany and abroad.