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Philosophy, Politics, & Economics, B.A.

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In today's world, the disciplines of philosophy, politics and economics increasingly overlap. With the philosophy, politics and economics program, you will learn how to critically analyze, strategically plan and implement while receiving a solid grounding in each discipline.

School of Liberal Arts & Sciences

West Palm Beach

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Why Earn a Degree in Philosophy, Politics, & Economics at PBA?

This degree is fitting for an undergraduate seeking positions in government, public life, institutional leadership, managerial or strategy or someone looking to travel and have an impact on communities around the world.
As PBA is a truly Christ-first institution, among the courses offered as part of this degree are: international relations, politics of developing nations, Western order: the Christian Contribution, Christian Political Thought, Political Ideologies and the Crisis of Modernity and Principles of Public Administration.

What Can I Do With This Degree?

  • Law
  • Government
  • Health professions

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Program Details

As a student in the School of Arts & Sciences, you’ll find a rich array of programs—from creative writing and philosophy to mathematics and the sciences—all of which are delivered with a Christian worldview. And you’ll discover opportunities that could include studying marine wildlife in the Galapagos, the Atlantic or the Everglades; interning at a Fortune 500 company; or exploring the ancient architecture of Rome. On any given day as a student in the School of Arts & Sciences you may find yourself:
  • Presenting research at a national psychology conference
  • Analyzing polling data as an intern for a candidate for Congress
  • Studying sea turtles in the Atlantic
  • Participating in exciting educational trips, including to the Galapagos or the Everglades.
  • Supporting the computer network for one of West Palm Beach’s Fortune 500 companies
  • Analyzing DNA
  • Publishing a story in PBA’s literary journal Living Waters Review
  • Walking the stages of London’s renowned theatres
  • Enhancing your knowledge and skills through clubs and organizations, like the Mathematics Club or the Marine Biology Club

At Palm Beach Atlantic University, you will have access to The LeMieux Center for Public Policy, an interdisciplinary center of excellence consistent with Palm Beach Atlantic University’s purpose and mission and supported by its location.

Learn more about your classes and requirements in the course catalog.

 

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