PPE the International Program

PPE refers to Bachelor Program in Philosophy Politics and Economics. PPE is an undergraduate program first offered at Oxford University, UK. Philosophy Politics and Economics are fundamental to the workings of our modern society. Therefore, studying the three sciences should be able to enable students to gain a better understanding of the modern world, which is changing so rapidly in many different and complex ways. Since then, many universities started to offer PPE courses with similar conviction. At Thammasat, PPE International Program hopes to train students not only to keep up with the world, but also to be able to utilize knowledge in an interdisciplinary way, to apply knowledge from different sciences masterfully, in order to provide the most effective solutions to issues at hand.

PPE program at Thammasat University is seen as a revival of Thammasat's Degree in Moral Science which was one of the two degree programs initially offered during the first two decades of Thammasat University’s history. Similar to Thammasat's Degree in Moral Science, PPE is unique in its interdisciplinary nature, career flexibility, and is able to provide a good foundation for those who which to pursue education in a higher level. More importantly, PPE’s interdisciplinary approach and its special attention to social issues can very well amplify Thammasat University’s determination throughout the the university’s history, i.e. to serve the people and the country.

The Bachelor Program in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE International Program) has been developed according to the Bachelor Program in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (2018 revision) which is being offered in Thai. The program is uniquely focused on the principles of philosophy, politics, and economics which are at play in Asian and ASEAN context. This is to correspond with the trend of 21th century which has been dubbed ‘the Asian Century’. It is also to provide a quality education for students from the Greater Mekong Sub region, ASEAN countries, as well as others, who are interested in an international bachelor program with a special focus on integrating social sciences in order to respond to societal demands.The College of Interdisciplinary Studies aims to create the PPE International Program as a unique educational program, for it to be able to achieve the perfect harmony of the spirit of Thammasat and to amplify the university’s policy towards an international future.

Remarks:

PPE International Program is fully taught in English.

Classes are held at Tha Phrachan Campus

How PPE Reflects Thammasat University’s Educational Philosophy

The PPE International Program at the College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Thammasat University, is aligned with Thammasat University’s educational philosophy of developing “liberal intellectuals and responsible innovators who become engaged global citizens committed to society and sustainability.

Our program reflects this philosophy through an interdisciplinary approach that brings together philosophy, politics and economics to help students understand complex social, political and economic issues from multiple perspectives

Teaching and learning in the PPE International Program emphasize:

Critical and independent thinking – students are encouraged to question assumptions, evaluate evidence and develop well-reasoned arguments.
Responsible innovation and problem-solving – students apply knowledge to real-world issues through projects, case studies, research, field-based learning and internships.
Active and student-centered learning – students participate through discussion, debate, group work, presentations, simulations, research and experiential activities.
Ethics and responsibility – students are expected to consider the ethical and social consequences of decisions and to use knowledge and technology, including AI, responsibly.
Global citizenship and respect for diversity – the program promotes engagement with different perspectives, cultures and global challenges.
Commitment to society and sustainability – students are encouraged to connect academic learning with questions of social justice, public policy, human rights, sustainable development and positive social change.
Lifelong learning – students develop the skills to continue learning independently through research, critical information evaluation, professional experience and external learning opportunities beyond the formal curriculum.

Through these approaches, the PPE International Program aims to prepare graduates who can think independently, work responsibly with others, respond to changing social and professional contexts, and contribute constructively to society at both national and global levels.