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BA in

Philosophy, Politics, Economics (PPE)

Philosophy, politics, economics all together, everything you need to understand the world around you! 1 course, 3 fields of knowledge, lots of opportunities

In Hungary, the PPE (Philosophy, Politics, Economics) Bachelor’s Program is the first to be launched at Corvinus. The Program is based on an approach following the British tradition which is being spread throughout Europe: it explores the interconnected issues of economics – society – politics with a philosophical foundation and value for the citizens of future generations. Our training provides a deep and solid foundation for all those who wish to move forward into politics, economics and science, as analysts and leaders.

What will you study?

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3 (BA/BSc only)

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3 (BA/BSc only)

* The above is not an exhaustive list. Corvinus University of Budapest reserves the right to change modules.

Programme name: Philosophy, Politics, Economics

Programme award: Bachelor, BA

ECTS: 180

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)
Teaching hours: approx. 12-18 hours/week
Start date: September 2025

Tuition fee (EEA):
800 000 HUF/semester
cca. 2 000 EUR/semester*
Tuition fee (Non-EEA):
2 800 EUR/semester

*The official price list can be found in the annex to the Regulation on Student Fees and Benefits.

Application Requirements

Completed high school/secondary education (or higher)
An oral interview about your personal motivations regarding your study and career
B2 level of English, proven by a certificate
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For Hungarian Citizens

You can ask the Student Services for further information via felvi.corvinus@uni-corvinus.hu email address.

Hungarian citizens with foreign high school diplomas can now apply to Corvinus through DreamApply.

Preparatory Programme

If you do not meet the requirements, you can apply for our preparatory programme.

Note: there are three ways to apply to Corvinus as an international student

Self-funded route (available for all applicants)
Stipendium Hungaricum route – non-EU applicants only, further restrictions apply
Diaspora scholarship route – non-EU nationals with Hungarian heritage only, further restrictions apply

There are three ways to apply to Corvinus as an international student

Self-funded route (available for all applicants)

Stipendium Hungaricum route (non-EU applicants only, further restrictions apply)

Diaspora scholarship route (non-EU nationals with Hungarian heritage only, further restrictions apply)

Self-funded route (available for all applicants)

Stipendium Hungaricum route (non-EU applicants only, further restrictions apply)

Diaspora scholarship route (non-EU nationals with Hungarian heritage only, further restrictions apply)

Réka Várnagy

Programme Director

Associate Professor

Dear Applicant,

At a university focusing on the humanities, economics and social sciences of the 21st century we do not prepare for professions but teach knowledge elements that future leaders can build on and expand as they like. Sensing a strong interest from high school students and knowing that similar majors at the world’s leading British universities combine classical education with the practical knowledge needed to fill political-economic leadership positions, Corvinus has formulated its own version of this core major and is the first to offer it. You do not have to decide at high school, on the basis of any random information, whether you need economic or political knowledge: you can make up your mind after having learned about both, with philosophy, especially ethics and philosophy of science, providing the necessary and broad human perspective. After three semesters, you are free to choose specialisation which connects to the fields of knowledge that you consider most important. Join the elite of the 21st century!