Master of Arts (Coursework) in Philosophy, Politics and Economics

at University of Otago

Modules
 

• Political Economy I: Method, Philosophy, Applications  
• Research Essay
• Principles of Macroeconomics  
• Microeconomics 
• Macroeconomics  
• The World Economy 
• Environmental Economics
• Introduction to Econometrics

• Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
• be a graduate, or
• have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
• In considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant's performance in the programme. Applicants must normally have achieved an average grade of at least B in the papers at the highest level in the programme.

The cost of studying at University of Otago varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. 

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay NZ$46,957 annually, to study in University of Otago.

Graduates with a PPE degree go on to apply their analytical skills in many different fields: recent graduates are working as diplomats, journalists, lawyers, project managers, academics, business executives, entrepreneurs, accountants, and policy analysts.

There are PPE graduates in entertainment, in tourism, and in information technology; those in government work at the Supreme Court and at the Ministries for the Environment, Treasury, Social Development, and Inland Revenue, among others.