The Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) is a four-year interdisciplinary programme designed for young thinkers interested in having a rigourous understanding of all three disciplines.

It is aimed at understanding the big questions of what underpins the foundations of economics, politics and philosophy as independent disciplines and develop a comprehensive understanding of their inter-play to equip the student to make an impactful change in society.

The programme will develop the student’s capacity to identify and analyse increasingly complex real-world problems that disciplinary straight jackets cannot resolve. Based out of two schools at the O. P. Jindal Global University, the Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP) and the Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities (JSLH), the programme offers an opportunity to have the best of what both schools have to offer and develop a critical perspective on issues of the contemporary world from a Global South standpoint.

The programme capitalises on the multi-disciplinary expertise of both the Schools and is aimed at students interested in politics, law, academia, the development sector and non-governmental organisations, diplomacy, governance and social entrepreneurship.

Why Should You Consider a Philosophy, Politics, & Economics Degree (PPE)?

1. Today we live in a world where our future is going to be shaped by institutions– both economic and political. It is important that students are equipped, as they step into that future that they understand the underpinnings of how different institutions work. It is essential to understand the foundational roots of how society, in all its complexity works and how power, morality, ethics are all essential ingredients of this complexity which cannot be grasped through a singular lens.

2. At its core, the discipline of modern economics has its origins in moral philosophy and political theory. Similarly, the boundaries between politics and economics are fluid, and it is difficult to study politics without understanding economic structures or the philosophical intentions between different types of power structures at the helm of modern decision making.

3. If the students of today want to be meaningful contributors to shaping the world, they should know and appreciate how economic and political decisions are made as well as understand what underpins the ethical or normative debates behind these decisions that impact us in our lives.

4. As we move into an increasingly complex future, philosophy similarly enables us to be able to ask ethical questions which helps us direct the nature of our future institutions, inform our decision making and shape the future of our world as it ought to be. The PPE programme offers students a distinctive opportunity to gain a holistic understanding of all three disciplines, one that goes beyond the scope of a traditional undergraduate economics/politics or philosophy course.

5. This approach equips students to apply theoretical concepts more effectively in real-world situations as well as provides them with more transferable skills that can use to resolve real life problems.

    

Students will complete forty-six four-credit courses in four years of study, including core subjects, research methods and elective courses. In addition, students must take up four internships. Intersections of Philosophy, Politics and Economics, and Social Dynamics and Institutions provide an overview of the PPE programme. The programme develops the disciplinary capacities of students through seven core courses covering the three disciplines. They will be taught using an interdisciplinary lens so that students understand the interplay between the three disciplines.  
In addition to the core courses, students must study four research methods courses that develop essential transferable skills. These are Introduction to Statistics and Data Analysis, Econometrics꞉ Theory and Application, Qualitative Research and Survey Design, and Fieldwork and Research Design. These skill-focussed courses are complemented by a large election of disciplinary and cross-disciplinary electives, which students can opt for from the second year onwards. Students can also write a faculty-guided dissertation in their fourth year of study.
The PPE programme balances theory and practice to ensure that students can pursue higher studies if they want to, having also acquired essential skills to excel in careers outside academia. 

Duration- 4 Years

Minimum Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent (CBSE, ISC, state boards, IB, Cambridge, and other Govt. recognised boards). For IB, a student must secure a diploma; for Cambridge, a minimum of 24 credits is mandatory.

Admission Criteria: Applicants are selected through a holistic admission process conducted over three rounds based on a personal statement, supplemental application, X and XII grade marks, Personal Interview, and Jindal Scholastic Aptitude Test (JSAT) score or equivalent (SAT/ACT/CUET).

Tuition Fees*: 4,00,000 (INR per annum)

*The Tuition fee, accommodation charges and other allied service charges are subject to an annual increase of ten percent (10%).

**The security deposit will be fully refunded, subject to the completion of studies and/or receipt of a ‘No Dues Certificate’. The security deposit shall not carry any interest.

The interdisciplinary pedagogy adopted for the PPE programme helps students develop a better understanding of the world around them.The core courses and research methods courses provide students with the foundations of each discipline and build capacities to undertake independent research. Students also have the opportunity to select from an extensive list of electives, allowing them to develop a specialised understanding of the disciplines. This is complemented by rigourous training in research methods and advanced analytical tools that give students opportunities in a wide range of careers. Students who complete the 4-year degree with research will be able to transition directly into a PhD programme or enroll in a 1-year master's programme in philosophy, political science, economics and specialised programs drawing from these disciplines. The master's pathways with our partner universities provide additional opportunities for academic progression. Other potential career pathways include

1. Governance, Law & Academica

2. Banking & Fianance

3. Business Management

4. Civil Society & Non- Governmental Organisations

5. Consultancy

6. Data Analystics

7. Journalism

8. Thinktanks & Policy Management

O.P. Jindal Global University awards Merit cum Means Scholarships (MCM) every year. The MCM Scholarship entitles students to tuition fee waivers. The eligibility criteria includes annual family income, XII board score, JSAT or standardized examination results and faculty interview score. Weightage will also be given to curricular and extra- curricular achievements.

JGU has established tie-ups with AVANSE(ICICI), Dena Bank and Credila(HDFC) to facilitate educational loans for students who are admitted to the UG and PG Programme.

Short Term Study Abroad Programmes

The STSAPs are organized during the summer and winter breaks, and are coordinated by faculty members from JGU and partner universities. Two key examples are listed below:

1. JGU-University of Oxford Summer Programme

The programme is based on the renowned Politics, Philosophy & Economics(PPE) course at the University of Oxford and provides students with an excellent opportunity to reside and study at one of the most prestigious universities in the world-the University of Oxford. Over the course of their stay, students will be attending lectures delivered by some of the leading academics in the three disciplines and experience the unique tutorial system at Oxford. Alongside intensive studies, a number of social events and a daytrip to London will ensure that students enjoy their time and gain a holistic experience of living and studying in this historic university-town.

2. JGU-Sciences Po Summer Programme

This course introduces students to the European integration process and the European Union. The interdisciplinary approach that brings together experts in the fields of law, political science, sociology and economics. The course is structured around these themes covering the main aspects of the European integration process namely the history and institutions of the EU; the European Union and the World; and the major issues in contemporary Europe.

Semester Long Exchange Programmes

Students in the PPE programme will have access to JGU's 480+ partnership opportunities with top-ranked universities across the world. With 200+ study abroad opportunities, students have a wide range of programmes to chose from. Please see the map below for places you can go to when you opt for the PPE programme at JGU.

Students in the PPE programme will benefit from academic mentorship to help them navigate the connections between disciplines. Each student will be allocated to a faculty member from Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP) and Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities (JSLH) based on their preliminary interest. The bi-monthly mentoring sessions will help students develop their interest areas as well as synthesize their internship experience with academic learning

Students will also have the option of selecting from over 480 electives offered by the various schools at JGU.

A Minor Programme is a collection of 6 courses which are offered from the 3rd semester of the programme.