DDM Political Philosophy and PPE

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Deze opleiding

Do you wish to gain an interdisciplinary perspective to better understand how to address major societal changes? Then combine this PPE perspective with research in political philosophy.

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locatieGroningen
diplomaMSc
typedouble degree, 60 EC
start1 september
taalvoornamelijk English
opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code69321
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee

Climate change, populism, or deepening inequality: our world today faces many complex challenges that cannot be tackled by one discipline alone. We need an approach that cuts across boundaries. At the University of Groningen (UG), the selective one-year Master’s in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) will equip you with the central theoretical and methodological tools from PPE to understand complex problems and assess proposals to address them. For example, you will delve into theories of democracy, rational choice, evidence-based policy, social justice, inequality and economic growth, and apply theoretical insights to concrete policy problems. Find more information in the PPE study guide 2023-2024.

At the Universitat Pompeu Fabra Barcelona (UPF), you will work with international experts in political philosophy and take courses that lay a solid foundation in political philosophy as well as courses to sharpen your own research specialization. At the end of the double-degree programme, you will write a thesis jointly supervised by researchers from both UPF and the UG. It is possible to have your first year in Groningen and your second year in Barcelona or the other way around.

Check out the Open Days at the University of Groningen.

Waarom aan de University of Groningen?

The PPE programme has been rated exceptionally high by our students in the national student satisfaction survey (NSE): in one year, it received the highest overall rating out of all Master programmes in the Netherlands.

Rather than studying the three disciplines separately, our programme is unique in teaching PPE as a genuinely integrated discipline and in applying theories and methods to policy issues. In both the University of Groningen (UG) and the Universitat Pompeu Fabra Barcelona (UPF), core courses lay a solid foundation in PPE and Political Philosophy while electives allow you to sharpen your own area of expertise.

The double-degree master programme is unique in providing students both with a solid education in PPE whilst also giving them the opportunity to specialize in Political Philosophy research.

The Faculty of Philosophy is among the strongest faculties for Philosophy research in Continental Europe and ranked as the best place to study philosophy in the Netherlands. UPF Barcelona boasts an outstanding cluster of internationally prominent researchers in Political Philosophy. Throughout, small class sizes and personal mentoring provide a personalised approach to help students flourish.

https://www.upf.edu/web/masters/ciencies-politiques-i-socials


Studieprogramma

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1e jaar The first year consists of nine modules of 5 ECTS each. Three of these nine modules constitute the academic core of the programme: Methods of PPE, Theories of PPE, and History of PPE. In two PPE seminars, knowledge from Methods and Theories is applied to policy issues. Four PPE electives complete the first year the UG.
periode
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Theories of PPE (5 EC)
5 EC
Elective 1 (5 EC)
5 EC
History of PPE (5 EC)
5 EC
Elective 2 (5 EC)
5 EC
PPE Seminar 1 (5 EC)
5 EC
Methods of PPE (5 EC)
5 EC
Elective 3 (5 EC)
5 EC
Elective 4 (5 EC)
5 EC
PPE Seminar (5 EC)
5 EC
Master Thesis PPE (15 EC)
15 EC
2e jaar The second year has three modules of courses. The first module Theory and Methodology lays a rigorous foundation in Political Philosophy. In the second module, students choose three optional courses in Political Theory and Philosophy. In the third module, they choose optional courses in Philosophy and the Social Sciences. In the fourth module, students write their Master's thesis in joint supervision between both University Pompeu Fabra (UPF) Barcelona and the University of Groningen.

specialisaties

specialisatie Focus Area Sustainable Society

The MSc in PPE offers students the possibility of specialization in the so-called “Focus Area Sustainable Society"..

PPE students receive an annotation “Focus Area Sustainable Society” on their diploma supplement, if they have met the following requirements:

  • Successful completion of at least two electives related to sustainable society;
  • Writing the Master's thesis on a topic related to this focus area.

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs99% en
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onderwijsvormen
case study, colloquium, group assignment, group discussion, home study, individual assignment, individual guidance, lecture, literature study, research, oral presentation, self study, seminar, thesis, tutorial
objectives
For a detailed description of the curriculum at the UG, please view the current MSc PPE programme:
www.rug.nl/masters/philosophy-politics-and-economics/#!programme

For a detailed description of the curriculum at UPF Barcelona, please see MA in Political Philosophy programme:
www.upf.edu/web/filosofiapolitica/presentacio-del-master

Find more information in the PPE study guide: www.rug.nl/filosofie/education/prospectus/prospectus-ppe-2023-2024.pdf
study guidance
The programme provides study support and the study advisor monitors your study progress. If you have any questions you can contact the study advisor Janine Weeting (fil-study-advisor@rug.nl). You can contact the study advisor in case of personal problems that affect your study performance.

Students can make an appointment via janineweeting.youcanbook.me



study abroad
Study abroad is mandatory for all students.

Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 september 2024

aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2024
wettelijk tarief : € 2530 (€1265 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 15900
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 18700

1 september 2025

aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2025
collegegeld nog niet bekend

Go to studielink.nl and apply for the Master Philosophy, Politics and Economy.

Students applying on the basis of a Dutch bachelor diploma, please submit your application (including all required documents) to: ppe@rug.nl

Please find the admissions procedure factsheet for PPE. After submitting your application, visit Aanmelding en inschrijving voor Nederlandse studenten and follow the application instructions.
toelatingseisen

vooropleiding
The applicant has a Bachelor's degree in (1) PPE, or (2) Philosophy or Philosophy of a Specific Discipline, or (3) Economics, or (4) Political Science, or (5) another relevant field. Admission is potentially possible with a bachelor in a different field, as long as pre-knowledge and motivation suffices.

cijfergemiddelde
Transcript of records (min. grade average 7.5)

resumee
Please mention your relevant education and work experience.

toelatingsgesprek
After reviewing all applications, the Board of Admissions will admit some students directly and reject some students directly. Other students will be invited for an interview. In an interview, the Board of Admissions will address issues such as motivation, ambition, skills and general fit with the DDM programme. Once admitted, students will be given, where necessary, a reading list on issues they have not encountered in their Bachelor's. They will then follow up with their mentor on these issues once the programme starts.

taaltoets
To confirm sufficient language proficiency, please submit your results on one of the following language tests:

IELTS: at least 7.0 overall score with no band less than 6.5
TOEFL: at least 100/120 overall score, with section scores being at least 22 for both reading and listening, 26 for speaking, and 24 for writing
This requirement does not apply if:

you are a native speaker and have completed your secondary education in any one of the following countries: Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia
you have completed your bachelor education in any one of the following countries: Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia
you may also be granted an exemption from the language test if a substantial part of your previous degree is in English
If the latter applies to you, please include a short motivated request for an exemption with your application.

motivatiebrief
If you want to apply for the DDM mention it in your motivation letter.

De stad

studievereniging

STUFF
STUFF is the social network of all philosophy students of the University of Groningen.
STUFF organizes philosophical activities, like lectures and debates and trips to foreign universities as well as many social happenings such as monthly meetings at a local café, (theme) parties, competitions etc.

Keuzehulp

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Studievergelijker

1/2 University of Groningen
DDM Political Philosophy and PPE
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
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2/2 University of Groningen
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
26 eerstejaars
34% vrouw
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disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.

Na de studie

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The programme prepares for careers in public policy, NGOs, political analysis, private business and more. With its unique combination of PPE and Political Philosophy research, the programme is especially suited for students who wish to conduct Political Philosophy research in the PPE tradition, including students who wish to apply for a PhD afterwards.

Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt

With its combination of a generalist PPE foundation, its opportunities for specialisation, and the deep knowledge in Political Philosophy, our Double Degree Master prepares you for a broad range of careers.

The programme provides you with the knowledge, insight, and skills to work in organizations as diverse as national or international public administrations, governmental and non‐governmental organizations, private businesses and banks, journalism, think tanks and research institutions. Moreover, with its unique combination of PPE teaching and Political Philosophy research, the programme is especially suited for students who wish to conduct Political Philosophy research in the PPE tradition, including students who wish to apply for a PhD afterwards.

Our alumni from the regular PPE Master find jobs in the following fields and for the following employers:

Fields: (Corporate Social Responsibility) consultancy; strategy consultancy, data science, funding, public affairs.

Employers: Government departments, NGOs, embassies, university networks, sustainable investment companies, intergovernmental organizations.



Potentiële beroepen

corporate social responsibility consultant (csr)
policy advisor at government level
policy advisor sustainability
research
strategy consultant
sustainability analyst
bron: StudieData

Contact

Onderwijsvoorlichting
E: studiekiezers@rug.nl
T: 050-3639011
Dr. Andreas Schmidt

PPE programme coordinator

Master Study Advisor
Meer informatie?
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