Academic Calendar 2023-2024

Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPEC)

PPEC 200  Introduction to the Study of Politics, Philosophy and Economics  Units: 3.00  

This course will emphasize the analysis of conceptual complementarities, the assessment of arguments, and the application of principles in factual contexts that are the focus of study within the disciplines of Politics, Philosophy and Economics.

Learning Hours: 120 (24 Lecture, 12 Group Learning, 84 Private Study)  
Requirements: Prerequisite 12.0 units from (ECON 110; [ECON 111 and ECON 112]; POLS 110; PHIL at the 100-level).  
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science  
PPEC 300  Topics in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics  Units: 3.00  

This course is devoted to the study of ethical and political aspects of economic institutions. It focuses on practical applications of ideas within the context of contemporary issues, and it will include a diversity of ideological views.
NOTE This course is the required third-year core course for the PPEC degree plan, but it is open to other students with the prerequisites.

Learning Hours: 120 (36 Lecture, 36 Online Activity, 48 Private Study)  
Requirements: Prerequisite PPEC 200/3.0.  
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science  
PPEC 400  Research Seminar in Politics, Philosophy and Economics  Units: 3.00  

Politics, Philosophy and Economics approach problems from discipline specific perspectives, but the questions asked have fundamental similarities. In this course students will be exposed to research methods from all three different disciplines, while completing a research intensive project. Peer review and presentation skills will be emphasized.

Learning Hours: 120 (12 Lecture, 12 Seminar, 12 Group Learning, 84 Private Study)  
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 4 or above and registration in the PPEC Specialization Plan and a minimum Plan GPA of 2.60 and permission of the Department.  
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science