Combine philosophy, politics and economics in this unique Master's degree and prepare for a career making change in politics, government or related fields. In today's increasingly complex and unpredictable world we need more thinkers who can grasp the dynamics of politics and society people who can help create stronger and more effective government. The one-year 180-point Master of Philosophy, Politics and Economics (MPPE) combines three complementary disciplines to give you a broad understanding of the world and social decision-making. Study the only postgraduate programme of its kind in New Zealand, and get a head start in your career in politics, government or the public service. Learning across disciplines Studying philosophy will develop your skills in logical reasoning and knowledge of ethics. Economics will teach you what drives people and organisations to make the decisions they do and the effect those choices have. And politics will give you a knowledge of political institutions and processes, and the impact they have on society. Combining these disciplines will give you a well-rounded range of practical and theoretical skills relevant to government. Advance your expertise with PhD study Although the MPPE is a professionally focused Master's, if you have a strong research background you may be able to apply to do a PhD. You’ll carry out original and sustained research under supervision from highly regarded academics in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. How you’ll learn You'll study for your MPPE in two parts. In Part 1 you'll complete the 30-point core course Philosophy, Politics and Economics MPPE 401, and a further five courses from the individual disciplines. In Part 2 you'll do a 30-point research project that builds on what you've studied in Part 1. You'll also complete a 160-hour internship in a relevant workplace so you can begin to put your skills and knowledge into practice. Most of your courses will be taught through 12 two-hour seminars. For your research project you'll meet with your supervisor for one to two hours each week. If you only complete Part 1 of the programme, you may be able to graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Arts.