BA/Bsc Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (EPP)

The Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (EPP) program at the University of Warwick is an interdisciplinary undergraduate degree that integrates three interconnected disciplines: Economics, Psychology, and Philosophy. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human behavior, decision-making processes, and the philosophical underpinnings of these concepts. It leverages the strengths of the Departments of Economics, Psychology, Philosophy, and the Behavioural Science Group at Warwick Business School.

Key Focus Areas:

• Economic Theory and Analysis: Understanding micro and macroeconomic principles and their applications.

• Psychological Processes: Exploring cognitive functions, behavior, and mental processes.

• Philosophical Inquiry: Engaging with ethical, metaphysical, and epistemological questions.

• Quantitative Methods: Developing skills in mathematics and statistics for data analysis.

• Behavioral Science: Studying the intersection of psychology and economics to understand decision-making.

Students have the flexibility to tailor their degree through various pathways and can choose to graduate with either a BA or BSc, depending on their selected modules and focus areas.

Year-wise Breakdown of Core Modules

Year 1: Foundations

In the first year, students undertake core modules across all three disciplines to build a solid foundation.

• Economics 1: Introduction to micro and macroeconomic concepts.

• Introduction to Philosophy: Exploration of key philosophical ideas and thinkers.

• Quantitative Techniques: Mathematics and statistics tailored to students' prior knowledge.

• Psychology Modules: Covering topics such as perception, cognition, and behavior.

These modules provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to progress in their chosen pathways. 

Year 2: Intermediate

In the second year, students choose one of four pathways:

• Tripartite EPP: Continued study of all three disciplines.

• Philosophy and Psychology: Focus on philosophical and psychological aspects.

• Economics with Philosophy: Emphasis on economic theory and philosophical analysis.

• Behavioural Economics: Integration of economic models with psychological insights.

Core modules vary based on the chosen pathway and may include:

• Economics 2: Advanced micro and macroeconomic theories.

• Foundations of Human Sociality and Cooperation: Interdisciplinary look at social behaviors.

Students also select optional modules to complement their core studies.

Year 3: Advanced

In the final year, all students engage in an interdisciplinary module:

• Group Mindedness: Perspectives from Economics, Philosophy and Psychology: Explores group reasoning and decision-making.

Additional modules and a dissertation or research project can be undertaken, depending on the chosen pathway.

Learning and Assessment Methods

Teaching Methods:

• Lectures

• Seminars

• Workshops

• Independent study

Assessment Methods:

• Examinations

• Coursework assignments

• Presentations

• Group projects

• Dissertation or research project in the final year

The first-year assessments are qualifying, meaning students must pass to progress, but they do not count towards the final degree classification. The second and third years each contribute 50% to the final classification.

Rankings

The University of Warwick is consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK and globally. Its departments of Economics, Psychology, and Philosophy are renowned for their research and teaching excellence.