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Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics

Deakin University

  • Geelong, Australia
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

Four-year full-time Master of Arts (Honours) degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics taught by the School of Social and Political Science.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Demonstrate a structured understanding of core principles in Politics
  • Philosophy and Economics. Apply relevant analytical
  • Practical and research methods to subject-specific problems. Communicate findings clearly and evaluate evidence through academic work and projects.

Career outcomes

  • Government
  • Public policy
  • Banking and finance
  • The third sector
  • Government ministers
  • Members of Parliament
  • Policy analysts
  • Broadcasters
  • Business leaders
  • Teachers

Curriculum

  • Four-year full-time honours degree. Year 3 is the first year of honours
  • Where you will be able to specialise further in your studies. Students intending to write a Dissertation in Year 4 in Politics and International Relations must take Research Design in Politics and International Relations (PLIT10106) in Year 3 or 4. A study-abroad period is available.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Senior secondary certificate with an unadjusted ATAR of at least 50 or equivalent (course cut-offs and country scores vary)
  • AQF Certificate IV or higher
  • Or a Deakin College or recognised foundation pathway
  • Some courses add prerequisites
  • A portfolio or the Casper test (teaching).
  • Grade/academic selection criteria: Unadjusted ATAR 50 or equivalent (minimum)
  • Course cut-offs and country scores vary

Accepted academic background

Senior secondary certificate with an unadjusted ATAR of at least 50 or equivalent (Deakin admission policy effective 2026-10-06); course ATARs and country-specific Year 12 scores differ by course (2027 guide pp.21-26), AQF Certificate IV or higher, or Deakin College/recognised foundation pathway; some courses add prerequisites, portfolio or Casper (teaching)

Language tests

  • IELTS Academic IELTS 6.0 overall with minimum 6.0 each component
  • TOEFL iBT Not published
  • IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0)
  • PTE Academic Not published
  • Cambridge Not published
  • IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

  • Completed application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Secondary school completion certificate
  • English language proficiency evidence if required
  • Passport identification page

How to apply

  1. Review the Politics
  2. Philosophy and Economics admission requirements at Deakin University. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of the entry qualification. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.

Other costs

Tuition per year$38,200 AUD
Application fee$100 AUD
Deposit$9,600 AUD

Program details

CampusGeelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts and Education
DepartmentDepartment of Business and Management
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value24
Study paceFlexible,Fixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteDeakin University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    March 2027

    Apply by

    22 Jan 2027

    69 days left

  • Program starts

    July 2027

    Apply by

    15 May 2027

    182 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.