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Politics

Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours)
Overview Study details

Politics includes studies of political structures, processes and policies in Australia as well as other societies.

You'll learn about the ideas and ideologies that shape political decision-making, and the approaches to cooperation and conflict resolution in the international system.

You'll study the interactions of state and market through case studies, and at a more general level through studying theories of governance and politics.

When you graduate, you'll understand the institutions that govern society and solve collective action problems.

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Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Political adviser
  • Public commentator
  • Public policy adviser

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials

What you'll study

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