Degree type
Philosophy, Politics and Economics and Commerce
Pursue your passions and maximise your career options with our combined bachelor's degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics and Commerce. You'll graduate with two degrees in just four years, with a Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics and Economics where you will take the Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Extended Major), and a Bachelor of Commerce where you'll choose a major from a wide range of options.
Quick details
- Course code
- CB017
- TISC code
- UB017
- CRICOS code
- 108803A
- Intake
- February and July
- Duration
- 4 years full time or part-time equivalent
- Location
- Perth campus
- Minimum ATAR or equivalent
- 92
- Prerequisites
English Language Competence
Refer to relevant major/s
Related study areas
Why study this course?
In a competitive employment market, you will maximise your career options by developing a thorough grounding and interdisciplinary view of philosophy, politics and economics along with strong business and commercial skills. You'll graduate with two qualifications in four years. If you decide either degree isn't right for you, you can exit one and complete the other.
What will I learn?
UWA's Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics and Economics is a challenging and rigorous course of study which will equip you to engage with issues such as climate change, healthcare, political participation, taxation and more from an interdisciplinary perspective. You’ll approach these issues through a critical and analytical lens essential for success in the modern workplace.
Combine this with a Bachelor of Commerce where you will develop your analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, providing you with a global perspective on business and preparing you to pursue a career within the business, government or not-for-profit sectors.
Course structure
You will combine the following major from the Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics and Economics:
With one of the following Bachelor of Commerce majors:
You can also include minors and elective units in your degree. Learn more about what makes up your degree with Our Courses Explained.
Study plan example
Combined bachelors degree with foundational units
| 1ST YEAR | SEM 1 | Exd major | Exd major | Found. | Major 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEM 2 | Exd major | Exd major | Found. | Major 2 | |
| 2ND YEAR | SEM 1 | Exd major | Exd major | Found. | Major 2 |
| SEM 2 | Exd major | Exd major | Found. | Major 2 | |
| 3RD YEAR | SEM 1 | Exd major | Exd major | Elective | Major 2 |
| SEM 2 | Exd major | Exd major | Elective | Major 2 | |
| 4th YEAR | SEM 1 | Exd major | Exd major | Exd major | Major 2 |
| SEM 2 | Exd major | Exd major | Exd major | Major 2 |
Key
Extended major
Second major
Foundational
Elective
Career opportunities
Graduating with a Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics and Economics and Bachelor of Commerce positions you strongly in the job market. Your comprehensive critical analysis and interdisciplinary skills in philosophy, politics and economics, combined with the ability to apply these in a corporate environment, will open pathways to a large variety of carers in business, government and not-for-profit sectors.
Graduates may work as:
- Diplomat
- Economic/Political Journalist
- Management Consultants
- Managing Director
- Policy Adviser
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Students - Full Fee Paying (FFP) & Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)
The Annual Fee is an estimate only based on a standard annual study load of 48 points (courses may teach up to 72 points in a year).
FFP
For Full Fee Paying places, students are charged an annual course fee. Visit the Fee Calculator and select your course type to find out more.
CSP
Student contribution amounts are charged by unit. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Annual fees are subject to annual indexation.
- Course credit points
- 192
- Average annual fee - 2025
- $10,249
- Typical fee range - 2025
- $4,627 - $16,992
Domestic students who are eligible for a Commonwealth-supported place can use the HECS-HELP loan scheme to pay their tuition fees.
International Students - onshore
Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.
- Course credit points - 2025
- 192
- Total course fee - 2025
- $160,800
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Admission requirements
To be considered for this course you need to:
- achieve a minimum ATAR of 92 or equivalent
- demonstrate English language competence
- satisfying any prerequisites for your preferred majors (refer to individual major descriptions for prerequisite details)
We offer a number of other pathways for you to gain entry into our undergraduate degrees if you do not meet the standard admission requirements. Find out the admissions pathways for School Leavers and Non-School Leavers.