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Politics: Philosophy and Economics
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ECTS
180
Years
3
Start Date
Place
Luiss Guido Carli
Academic Year
2025-2026
Course Language
English
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The Course at a Glance
The three-year Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Politics: Philosophy and Economics (PPE) is characterised by a strong interdisciplinary vocation, combining philosophy, political science, economics, sociology, history and law for the understanding of global dynamics. The Politics, Philosophy and Economics programme includes specialisations in Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability and the Protection of Fundamental Rights, which are essential for effectively analysing and responding to contemporary issues from multiple perspectives and methodological approaches. The PPE programme develops not only specific knowledge, but also critical skills such as analytical thinking, argumentation and ethical sensitivity, all essential qualities for leaders who wish to positively influence change in contemporary society.
Useful information:
- Programme Director: Prof. Cristina Fasone
- Degree Programme Class: L-36
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Course programme and Curriculum
The programme of the Bachelor’s Degree in Politics Philosophy and Economics provides an interdisciplinary curriculum. Students attend the same classes for the first two years, and then devote the third year to specific topics by choosing one of the three areas offered: Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability and Fundamental Rights Protection.
Accordion Group
Study Title
Major: Artificial Intelligence
Lingua
English
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Duration
1st Year 2025-2026
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Microeconomics
Description
The course provides the tools necessary to understand the economic behaviours of consumers, producers, and markets. Special emphasis is given to the functioning and malfunctioning of market mechanisms.
Credits
8
Title
Contemporary History
Description
The course equips students with an understanding of history from 1789 to 1989 and with the tools to conduct complex historical analyses of events and of their consequences.
Credits
8
Title
Sociology
Description
The course illustrates the sociological approach to understanding relevant fields of social life.
Credits
8
Title
Elements of Mathematical Analysis
Description
The course provides the basic elements of mathematics for the study of statistics, economics, and other disciplines that use mathematical models.
Credits
0
Title
Lab of Computer Skills
Description
The course examines the working principles of modern digital technologies and their implications on daily life. It also addresses the fundamentals of computer programming.
Credits
4
Title
Public Law
Description
The course provides a basic knowledge and understanding of public law and of its impact on political systems, also using a comparative approach.
Credits
8
Title
Political Philosophy
Description
This course introduces he main paradigms of contemporary political philosophy, fostering critical thinking and the ability to analyse political issues, both domestically and globally.
Credits
8
Title
Behavioural Economics and Psychology
Description
This course explores key concepts in behavioural economics and their practical applications. It also provides an overview of the utility theory, integrating psychological tools and theories to enhance its understanding.
Credits
8
Title
Statistics
Description
The course introduces the main concepts of probability and statistics, providing the methodological foundations for data collection and analysis and introducing statistical models.
Credits
8
Title
Grand Challenge (Module 1)
Description
Connected to the sociology course, this module combines sociological theory and methods with empirical research, guiding students to ethnographic fieldwork at various NGOs based in Rome and to the compilation of dossiers through group working.
Credits
2
Duration
2nd Year 2026-2027
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Lab of Data Analysis for Economics and Political Sciences
Description
This laboratory is aimed at enhancing skills in data collection and processing, interpreting results, and effectively communicating scientific findings to both specialized audiences and the general public.
Credits
2
Title
Macroeconomics
Description
The course provides a basic understanding of the economy as a system of companies, institutions, and consumers, with a focus on the key features of policymaking and the role of the States in the economy.
Credits
8
Title
International Relations
Description
The course provides the theoretical and methodological tools to analyse the international system, examining the key interpretative paradigms, the historical development of the discipline, the analytical approaches to international politics, and the key issues of current global politics.
Credits
8
Title
Methods of Social Research
Description
This course is an introduction to the logic and practice of scientific inquiry for social sciences, with a focus on the basic concepts and techniques used in academic and policy-oriented research.
Credits
8
Title
History of Political Thought
Description
This course provides an overview of the historical underpinnings and evolution of classical and modern political thought. It also promotes the development of methodological skills.
Credits
8
Title
International Law
Description
The course promotes the understanding and knowledge of international law.
Credits
8
Title
European Union Law
Description
The aim of the course is to provide general knowledge of the EU institutional architecture, legal order, and internal market.
Credits
8
Title
Political Science
Description
The course introduces the main concepts for the study of political systems in a comparative perspective, and analyses their basic components, including parties, party systems, and electoral systems.
Credits
8
Title
Academic Writing Skills
Description
The course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to write academic texts of various kinds in a clear, coherent, and accurate way, using the most suitable writing strategy depending on the discipline and context.
Credits
0
Title
Grand Challenge (Module 2)
Description
In this module, students tackle a societal challenge to foster their civic engagement. Guided by an academic mentor, they develop a project that can be research-oriented or policy-oriented, with the option to connect it to an internship experience.
Credits
2
Duration
3rd Year 2027-2028
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Economics of Digital Innovation
Description
The course provides knowledge of the legal and ethical implications of AI technologies in the national and international contexts.
Credits
6
Title
Artificial Intelligence for Social Impact
Description
This course focuses on demographic methods and substantive analyses. It traces population processes, to interpret trends in mortality, health, fertility, migration, and population age structures.
Credits
6
Title
Law and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
Description
The course provides knowledge of the legal and ethical implications of AI technologies in the national and international contexts.
Credits
6
Duration
Additional credits
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
3 elective courses
Credits
18
Title
Academic English
Credits
8
Title
Second Mandatory Language
Credits
6
Title
Other activities
Credits
4
Title
Final Test
Credits
4
Study Title
Major: Sustainability
Lingua
English
Tables
Duration
1st Year 2025-2026
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Microeconomics
Description
The course provides the tools necessary to understand the economic behaviours of consumers, producers, and markets. Special emphasis is given to the functioning and malfunctioning of market mechanisms.
Credits
8
Title
Contemporary History
Description
The course equips students with an understanding of history from 1789 to 1989 and with the tools to conduct complex historical analyses of events and of their consequences.
Credits
8
Title
Sociology
Description
The course illustrates the sociological approach to understanding relevant fields of social life.
Credits
8
Title
Elements of Mathematical Analysis
Description
The course provides the basic elements of mathematics for the study of statistics, economics, and other disciplines that use mathematical models.
Credits
0
Title
Lab of Computer Skills
Description
The course examines the working principles of modern digital technologies and their implications on daily life. It also addresses the fundamentals of computer programming.
Credits
4
Title
Public Law
Description
The course provides a basic knowledge and understanding of public law and of its impact on political systems, also using a comparative approach.
Credits
8
Title
Political Philosophy
Description
The course provides a basic knowledge and understanding of public law and of its impact on political systems, also using a comparative approach.
Credits
8
Title
Behavioural Economics and Psychology
Description
This course explores key concepts in behavioural economics and their practical applications. It also provides an overview of the utility theory, integrating psychological tools and theories to enhance its understanding.
Credits
8
Title
Statistics
Description
The course introduces the main concepts of probability and statistics, providing the methodological foundations for data collection and analysis and introducing statistical models.
Credits
8
Title
Grand Challenge (Module 1)
Description
Connected to the sociology course, this module combines sociological theory and methods with empirical research, guiding students to ethnographic fieldwork at various NGOs based in Rome and to the compilation of dossiers through group working.
Credits
2
Duration
2nd Year 2026-2027
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Lab of Data Analysis for Economics and Political Sciences
Description
This laboratory is aimed at enhancing skills in data collection and processing, interpreting results, and effectively communicating scientific findings to both specialized audiences and the general public.
Credits
2
Title
Macroeconomics
Description
The course provides a basic understanding of the economy as a system of companies, institutions, and consumers, with a focus on the key features of policymaking and the role of the States in the economy.
Credits
8
Title
International Relations
Description
The course provides the theoretical and methodological tools to analyse the international system, examining the key interpretative paradigms, the historical development of the discipline, the analytical approaches to international politics, and the key issues of current global politics.
Credits
8
Title
Methods of Social Research
Description
This course is an introduction to the logic and practice of scientific inquiry for social sciences, with a focus on the basic concepts and techniques used in academic and policy-oriented research.
Credits
8
Title
History of Political Thought
Description
This course provides an overview of the historical underpinnings and evolution of classical and modern political thought. It also promotes the development of methodological skills.
Credits
8
Title
International Law
Description
The course promotes the understanding and knowledge of international law.
Credits
8
Title
European Union Law
Description
The aim of the course is to provide general knowledge of the EU institutional architecture, legal order, and internal market.
Credits
8
Title
Political Science
Description
The course introduces the main concepts for the study of political systems in a comparative perspective, and analyses their basic components, including parties, party systems, and electoral systems.
Credits
8
Title
Academic Writing Skills
Description
The course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to write academic texts of various kinds in a clear, coherent, and accurate way, using the most suitable writing strategy depending on the discipline and context.
Credits
0
Title
Grand Challenge (Module 2)
Description
In this module, students tackle a societal challenge to foster their civic engagement. Guided by an academic mentor, they develop a project that can be research-oriented or policy-oriented, with the option to connect it to an internship experience.
Credits
2
Duration
3rd Year 2027-2028
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Development Economics
Description
This course presents contemporary research on the political economy of development, with a focus on the causes of growth and development and the interpretation of relevant theories through real-world examples.
Credits
6
Title
Global Demography
Description
This course focuses on demographic methods and substantive analyses. It traces population processes, to interpret trends in mortality, health, fertility, migration, and population age structures.
Credits
6
Title
Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability
Description
This course introduces concepts, data, philosophical principles, and dilemmas related to sustainability studies. It also presents issues of environmental ethics, economic, and political geography.
Credits
6
Duration
Additional credits
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
3 elective courses
Credits
18
Title
Academic English
Credits
8
Title
Seconda Mandatory Language
Credits
6
Title
Other Activities
Credits
4
Title
Final Test
Credits
4
Study Title
Major: Fundamental Rights' Protection
Lingua
English
Tables
Duration
1st Year 2025-2026
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Microeconomics
Description
The course provides the tools necessary to understand the economic behaviours of consumers, producers, and markets. Special emphasis is given to the functioning and malfunctioning of market mechanisms.
Credits
8
Title
Contemporary History
Description
The course equips students with an understanding of history from 1789 to 1989 and with the tools to conduct complex historical analyses of events and of their consequences.
Credits
8
Title
Sociology
Description
The course illustrates the sociological approach to understanding relevant fields of social life.
Credits
8
Title
Elements of Mathematical Analysis
Description
The course provides the basic elements of mathematics for the study of statistics, economics, and other disciplines that use mathematical models.
Credits
0
Title
Lab of Computer Skills
Description
The course examines the working principles of modern digital technologies and their implications on daily life. It also addresses the fundamentals of computer programming.
Credits
4
Title
Public Law
Description
The course provides a basic knowledge and understanding of public law and of its impact on political systems, also using a comparative approach.
Credits
8
Title
Political Philosophy
Description
This course introduces he main paradigms of contemporary political philosophy, fostering critical thinking and the ability to analyse political issues, both domestically and globally.
Credits
8
Title
Behavioural Economics and Psychology
Description
This course explores key concepts in behavioural economics and their practical applications. It also provides an overview of the utility theory, integrating psychological tools and theories to enhance its understanding.
Credits
8
Title
Statistics
Description
The course introduces the main concepts of probability and statistics, providing the methodological foundations for data collection and analysis and introducing statistical models.
Credits
8
Title
Grand Challenge (Module 1)
Description
Connected to the sociology course, this module combines sociological theory and methods with empirical research, guiding students to ethnographic fieldwork at various NGOs based in Rome and to the compilation of dossiers through group working.
Credits
2
Duration
2nd Year 2026-2027
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Lab of Data Analysis for Economics and Political Sciences
Description
This laboratory is aimed at enhancing skills in data collection and processing, interpreting results, and effectively communicating scientific findings to both specialized audiences and the general public.
Credits
2
Title
Macroeconomics
Description
The course provides a basic understanding of the economy as a system of companies, institutions, and consumers, with a focus on the key features of policymaking and the role of the States in the economy.
Credits
8
Title
International Relations
Description
The course provides the theoretical and methodological tools to analyse the international system, examining the key interpretative paradigms, the historical development of the discipline, the analytical approaches to international politics, and the key issues of current global politics.
Credits
8
Title
Methods of Social Research
Description
This course is an introduction to the logic and practice of scientific inquiry for social sciences, with a focus on the basic concepts and techniques used in academic and policy-oriented research.
Credits
8
Title
History of Political Thought
Description
This course provides an overview of the historical underpinnings and evolution of classical and modern political thought. It also promotes the development of methodological skills.
Credits
8
Title
International Law
Description
The course promotes the understanding and knowledge of international law.
Credits
8
Title
European Union Law
Description
The aim of the course is to provide general knowledge of the EU institutional architecture, legal order, and internal market.
Credits
8
Title
Political Science
Description
The course introduces the main concepts for the study of political systems in a comparative perspective, and analyses their basic components, including parties, party systems, and electoral systems.
Credits
8
Title
Academic Writing Skills
Description
The course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to write academic texts of various kinds in a clear, coherent, and accurate way, using the most suitable writing strategy depending on the discipline and context.
Credits
0
Title
Grand Challenge (Module 2)
Description
In this module, students tackle a societal challenge to foster their civic engagement. Guided by an academic mentor, they develop a project that can be research-oriented or policy-oriented, with the option to connect it to an internship experience.
Credits
8
Duration
3rd Year 2027-2028
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Economics of Inequality
Description
The course examines several models and practices of innovation, linked to the pervasive use of digital technologies and to the patterns of competition and collaboration that characterize contemporary economy.
Credits
6
Title
History of Political Institutions
Description
This course explores the nature and features of AI devices, providing theoretical and practical knowledge of their construction and functions, to evaluate their social impacts.
Credits
6
Title
Multilevel Protection of Fundmental Rights
Description
The course provides knowledge of the legal and ethical implications of AI technologies in the national and international contexts.
Credits
6
Duration
Additional Credits
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
3 elective courses
Credits
18
Title
Academic English
Credits
8
Title
Second Mandatory Language
Credits
6
Title
Other Activities
Credits
4
Title
Final Test
Credits
4
Accordion Group
Study Title
1st Year 2025-2026
Lingua
English
Tables
Duration
Course
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Microeconomics
Description
The course provides the tools necessary to understand the economic behaviours of consumers, producers, and markets. Special emphasis is given to the functioning and malfunctioning of market mechanisms.
Credits
8
Title
Contemporary History
Description
The course equips students with an understanding of history from 1789 to 1989 and with the tools to conduct complex historical analyses of events and of their consequences.
Credits
8
Title
Sociology
Description
The course illustrates the sociological approach to understanding relevant fields of social life.
Credits
8
Title
Elements of Mathematical Analysis
Description
The course provides the basic elements of mathematics for the study of statistics, economics, and other disciplines that use mathematical models.
Credits
0
Title
Lab of Computer Skills
Description
The course examines the working principles of modern digital technologies and their implications on daily life. It also addresses the fundamentals of computer programming.
Credits
4
Title
Public Law
Description
The course provides a basic knowledge and understanding of public law and of its impact on political systems, also using a comparative approach.
Credits
8
Title
Political Philosophy
Description
This course introduces he main paradigms of contemporary political philosophy, fostering critical thinking and the ability to analyse political issues, both domestically and globally.
Credits
8
Title
Behavioural Economics and Psychology
Description
This course explores key concepts in behavioural economics and their practical applications. It also provides an overview of the utility theory, integrating psychological tools and theories to enhance its understanding.
Credits
8
Title
Statistics
Description
The course introduces the main concepts of probability and statistics, providing the methodological foundations for data collection and analysis and introducing statistical models.
Credits
8
Title
Grand Challenge (Module 1)
Description
Connected to the sociology course, this module combines sociological theory and methods with empirical research, guiding students to ethnographic fieldwork at various NGOs based in Rome and to the compilation of dossiers through group working.
Credits
2
Study Title
2nd Year 2026-2027
Lingua
English
Tables
Duration
Course
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Lab of Data Analysis for Economics and Political Sciences
Description
This laboratory is aimed at enhancing skills in data collection and processing, interpreting results, and effectively communicating scientific findings to both specialized audiences and the general public.
Credits
2
Title
Macroeconomics
Description
The course provides a basic understanding of the economy as a system of companies, institutions, and consumers, with a focus on the key features of policymaking and the role of the States in the economy.
Credits
8
Title
International Relations
Description
The course provides the theoretical and methodological tools to analyse the international system, examining the key interpretative paradigms, the historical development of the discipline, the analytical approaches to international politics, and the key issues of current global politics.
Credits
8
Title
Methods of Social Research
Description
This course is an introduction to the logic and practice of scientific inquiry for social sciences, with a focus on the basic concepts and techniques used in academic and policy-oriented research.
Credits
8
Title
History of Political Thought
Description
This course provides an overview of the historical underpinnings and evolution of classical and modern political thought. It also promotes the development of methodological skills.
Credits
8
Title
International Law
Description
The course promotes the understanding and knowledge of international law.
Credits
8
Title
European Union Law
Description
The aim of the course is to provide general knowledge of the EU institutional architecture, legal order, and internal market.
Credits
8
Title
Political Science
Description
The course introduces the main concepts for the study of political systems in a comparative perspective, and analyses their basic components, including parties, party systems, and electoral systems.
Credits
8
Title
Academic Writing Skills
Description
The course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to write academic texts of various kinds in a clear, coherent, and accurate way, using the most suitable writing strategy depending on the discipline and context.
Credits
0
Title
Grand Challenge (Module 2)
Description
In this module, students tackle a societal challenge to foster their civic engagement. Guided by an academic mentor, they develop a project that can be research-oriented or policy-oriented, with the option to connect it to an internship experience.
Credits
2
Title
Study Plan 3rd year 2027-2028
Accordion Group
Study Title
Major: Artificial Intelligence
Lingua
English
Tables
Duration
Course
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Economics of Digital Innovation
Description
The course examines several models and practices of innovation, linked to the pervasive use of digital technologies and to the patterns of competition and collaboration that characterize contemporary economy.
Credits
6
Title
Artificial Intelligence for Social Impact
Description
This course explores the nature and features of AI devices, providing theoretical and practical knowledge of their construction and functions, to evaluate their social impacts.
Credits
6
Title
Law and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
Description
The course provides knowledge of the legal and ethical implications of AI technologies in the national and international contexts.
Credits
6
Title
3 elective courses
Credits
18
Study Title
Major: Sustainability
Lingua
English
Tables
Duration
Course
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Development Economics
Description
This course presents contemporary research on the political economy of development, with a focus on the causes of growth and development and the interpretation of relevant theories through real-world examples.
Credits
6
Title
Global Demography
Description
This course focuses on demographic methods and substantive analyses. It traces population processes, to interpret trends in mortality, health, fertility, migration, and population age structures.
Credits
6
Title
Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability
Description
This course introduces concepts, data, philosophical principles, and dilemmas related to sustainability studies. It also presents issues of environmental ethics, economic, and political geography.
Credits
6
Title
3 elective courses
Credits
18
Study Title
Major: Fundamental Rights Protection
Lingua
English
Tables
Duration
Course
Label Credits
CFU
Rows
Title
Economics of Inequality
Description
The course explores the linkages between economy and global inequalities. It provides students with analytic tools for understanding the main theoretical and empirical issues related to topics such as the redistribution of resources and the presence of poverty in modern day societies.
Credits
6
Title
History of Political Institutions
Description
The course is an introduction to Western political systems and to the key features of Western institutional settings and models, historical development, and theoretical premises.
Credits
6
Title
Multilevel Protection of Fundamental Rights
Description
This course offers a comparative analysis of fundamental rights systems at a domestic and supranational level. It provides a comprehensive understanding of legal and political guarantees in consolidated and fragile democracies.
Credits
6
Title
3 elective courses
Credits
18
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| Additional Credits | CFU |
|---|---|
| GAP 1 | 2 |
| GAP 2 | 2 |
| Academic English | 8 |
| Second mandatory language | 6 |
| Final Thesis | 4 |
| Total CFU | 180 |
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Admission procedures and requirements
Admission to the Bachelor’s Degree in Politics Philosophy and Economics is a unique opportunity to join an academic environment of excellence. The selection process is designed to identify the best profiles, assessing both academic potential and transversal skills, ensuring that students can get the most out of their education.
The call for applications for admission to the Undergraduate School for the academic year 2025-2026 has been published and provides all the necessary details: admission requirements, deadlines and how to apply. To find out more, you can consult the page dedicated to the admission procedures for the Luiss Undergraduate Courses.
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International experiences and opportunities
The International Development Office offers a number of programmes for students, accessible according to their current or future degree course.
- Luiss Bachelor students enrolled in the first or second year
- Bachelor students enrolled in their final year or recent graduates
- International Exchange Program (Erasmus)
- Free Mover Semester
- Summer Schools
Discover all the international programmes and opportunities for experience abroad offered by Luiss, to enrich your academic and professional career.
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After the Degree
The Bachelor's Degree in Politics Philosophy and Economics opens the door to many opportunities for further study. Students can access all the Master's degree courses offered by the University or choose to specialise through first-level Master's degrees to gain specific skills for the world of work. Career Services can help students navigate the different options available.
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Tuition fees, scholarships and benefits
The single annual fee for the academic year 2025-2026 envisaged for enrolment in the Three-year and Single-Cycle Degree Courses in Law is €12,600.00 (divided into 3 instalments*) and regional tax.
Luiss offers scholarships and partial or total exemptions from university fees, also thanks to the support of public and private partners. Both male and female students have access to concrete support during their academic career. In addition, the University has entered into agreements with Italian banking institutions to offer flexible financing without collateral.
Check out all the opportunities related to Scholarships and Financing.
*The amount of the regional fee will be decided by the Lazio Region in June/July 2025.
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