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Bachelor’s Degree

Degree type

4 years

Duration

On Campus Madrid

Teaching mode

Spanish

Language

September 2027

Start date

11.740€

First-year tuition

240 Credits

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Faculty of Law, Business, and Government

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Would you like to pursue a bachelor's degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics in Madrid? UFV is waiting for you.

Think big, decide wisely, transform reality

The UFV integrates Philosophy, Politics, and Economics with the innovative methodology of the UFV College: you will learn by solving real challenges, analyzing cases, and working in teams.

You will study the fundamentals of Law, Business, Government, and Economics alongside Humanities to understand a complex and global world.

You will develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and public communication skills, and you will do so in close proximity to the job market with internships at top-tier institutions and companies.

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Discover how your vocation is transformed into knowledge

Explore the courses in the curriculum and choose one of the following diplomas.

First Course

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
FUNDAMENTALS OF ECONOMICS	FB	1 SEM	6
BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS	FB	1 SEM	6
FUNDAMENTALS AND THEORY OF LAW	FB	1 SEM	6
FUNDAMENTALS OF GOVERNMENT	FB	1 SEM	6
INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE STUDIES	OB	1 SEM	6
PERSONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES	FB	Weeks 1 and 2	6
ANALYSIS, INFORMATION, AND RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND PROCEDURES	FB	2 SEM	6
ICT SKILLS FOR THE HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES	FB	2 SEM	6
HISTORY OF WESTERN THOUGHT	OB	2 SEM	6
THEORY OF CIVILIZATIONS *	FB	2 SEM	6
* Course taught in English

DIPLOMA IN LAW AND TECHNOLOGY

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC PRESENTATION	TP	2 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN INTELLIGENCE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC PRESENTATION	TP	2 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN LEADERSHIP, SOCIETY, AND CONTEMPORARY CULTURE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC PRESENTATION	TP	2 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC PRESENTATION	TP	2 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN DATA SCIENCE & GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC PRESENTATION	TP	2 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN DIPLOMACY AND FOREIGN POLICY IN SPAIN

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC PRESENTATION	TP	2 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN GLOBAL STUDIES

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC PRESENTATION	TP	2 SEM	6

Second Course

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
POLITICAL THEORY	OB	3 SEM	4,5
RESEARCH METHODS IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES	OB	3 SEM	3
MICROECONOMICS	FB	3 SEM	6
WORLD HISTORY I: THE BIRTH OF EUROPE	OB	3 SEM	6
HISTORY OF PHILOSOPHY I: GREEK AND MEDIEVAL THOUGHT	OB	3 SEM	6
FUNDAMENTAL ANTHROPOLOGY *	OB	Weeks 3 and 4	4,5
EDUCATION FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY	OB	Weeks 3 and 4	4,5
THEORY OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS *	OB	4 SEM	6
HISTORY OF ECONOMIC THEORY	OB	4 SEM	4,5
MACROECONOMICS	FB	4 SEM	6
POLITICAL SOCIOLOGY	OB	4 SEM	6
GREAT POLITICAL FIGURES I	OB	4 SEM	3
* Course taught in English

DIPLOMA IN LAW AND TECHNOLOGY

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
Introduction to Digital Law	TP	3 SEM	3
New Skills for the Digital Lawyer	TP	3 SEM	3
Data Protection in the Digital Environment I	TP	3 SEM	3
Data Protection in the Digital Environment II	TP	4 SEM	3
Design Thinking	TP	4 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN INTELLIGENCE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
Introduction to Intelligence in the 21st Century	TP	3 SEM	3
Intelligence as a Process: Management	TP	3 SEM	3
Intelligence as a Process: Acquisition and Analysis of Information	TP	3 SEM	3
Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)	TP	4 SEM	3
Intelligence Analysis Techniques	TP	4 SEM	3
Dissemination	TP	4 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN LEADERSHIP, SOCIETY, AND CONTEMPORARY CULTURE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
Leadership: Foundations of the Common Good	TP	3 SEM	3
Current Geopolitical Trends	TP	3 SEM	3
Current Philosophical Trends	TP	3 SEM	3
Leadership: Deliberation, Information, and Knowledge	TP	4 SEM	3
Contemporary Social Movements	TP	4 SEM	3
Current Scientific Advances	TP	4 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
FUNDAMENTALS OF HUMAN BEHAVIOR	TP	3 SEM	3
FUNDAMENTALS OF SOCIAL SCIENCES	TP	3 SEM	3
FUNDAMENTALS OF SOCIAL THEORY	TP	3 SEM	3
FUNDAMENTALS OF PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS	TP	4 SEM	3
ORGANIZATIONAL & EMPLOYEE BEHAVIOR	TP	4 SEM	3
PSYCHOLOGY OF COGNITION AND EMOTION	TP	4 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN DATA SCIENCE & GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
CLOUD DIGITAL LEADER – GOOGLE	TP	3 SEM	3
PYTHON: FROM ZERO TO HERO	TP	Weeks 3 and 4	9
BASIC PROGRAMMING USING SAS	TP	4 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN DIPLOMACY AND FOREIGN POLICY IN SPAIN

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
HISTORY OF SPAIN'S FOREIGN POLICY	TP	3 SEM	6
FOREIGN POLICY AT THE CENTRAL AND REGIONAL GOVERNMENT LEVELS	TP	3 SEM	3
CORE TOPICS IN FOREIGN POLICY I: CULTURAL DIPLOMACY	TP	4 SEM	3
KEY ISSUES IN FOREIGN POLICY II: INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION	TP	4 SEM	3
CORE ISSUES IN FOREIGN POLICY III: SECURITY AND DEFENSE	TP	4 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN GLOBAL STUDIES

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL SOCIETY	TP	3 SEM	3
MODERN INTERNATIONAL HISTORY I	TP	3 SEM	3
INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ECONOMY	TP	3 SEM	3
POLITICAL SCIENCE, DEMOCRACY, AND DEMOCRATIC THEORY	TP	4 SEM	3
CATHOLIC SOCIAL THOUGHT AND WORLD RELIGIONS	TP	4 SEM	3
POVERTY & INEQUALITY	TP	4 SEM	3

Third Year

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET: CASE STUDIES	OB	5 SEM	3
INTRODUCTION TO THEOLOGY	OB	5 SEM	4,5
INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ECONOMY *	OB	5 SEM	4,5
COMPARATIVE POLITICAL SYSTEMS *	OB	5 SEM	6
HISTORY OF PHILOSOPHY II: MODERNITY	OB	5 SEM	6
WORLD HISTORY II: THE MODERN WORLD	OB	5 SEM	6
GREAT POLITICAL FIGURES II	OB	6 SEM	3
POLITICAL ACTORS AND PROCESSES	OB	6 SEM	6
EUROPE AND THE EUROPEAN UNION *	OB	6 SEM	6
DIGITAL ECONOMY AND SOCIETY *	OB	6 SEM	3
PUBLIC POLICIES	OB	6 SEM	6
DIALECTICS, RHETORIC, AND PUBLIC DISCOURSE	OB	6 SEM	3
COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC OPINION	OB	6 SEM	3
* Course taught in English

DIPLOMA IN LAW AND TECHNOLOGY

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
BUSINESS AND DIGITAL SERVICES	TP	5 SEM	6
THE DIGITAL LAWYER: PRESENT AND FUTURE—DIGITAL PRESENCE	TP	5 SEM	3
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: BLOCKCHAIN, CRYPTO, METAVERSE	TP	6 SEM	3
LEGAL MARKETING	TP	6 SEM	3
EUROPEAN REGULATION OF THE DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT	TP	6 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN INTELLIGENCE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
GEOPOLITICS IN A DIGITAL WORLD	TP	5 SEM	3
NEW CHALLENGES AND THREATS IN THE LIQUID WORLD	TP	5 SEM	3
INTELLIGENCE AND ASYMMETRICAL WARFARE	TP	5 SEM	3
NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS	TP	6 SEM	3
THE INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY	TP	6 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN LEADERSHIP, SOCIETY, AND CONTEMPORARY CULTURE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS OF THE 21ST CENTURY	TP	5 SEM	3
CURRENT TRENDS IN LITERATURE	TP	5 SEM	3
POLITICAL CHANGE: REFORM AND REVOLUTION	TP	5 SEM	3
LEADERSHIP: DECISION-MAKING IN COMPLEX ENVIRONMENTS	TP	6 SEM	3
TRENDS IN CONTEMPORARY ART	TP	6 SEM	3
GLOBALIZATION: CULTURES AND CIVILIZATIONS	TP	6 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
RESPONSIBLE LEADERSHIP & INFLUENCE	TP	5 SEM	3
INDIVIDUAL AND CULTURAL DIFFERENCES	TP	5 SEM	3
BEHAVIOR AND THE BRAIN	TP	5 SEM	3
BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS AND DECISION MAKING	TP	6 SEM	3
MARKETING, ADVERTISING, AND CONSUMER BEHAVIOR	TP	6 SEM	3
DESIGN THINKING & BRAINSTORMING	TP	6 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN DATA SCIENCE & GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
REGRESSION AND MODELING WITH SAS	TP	5 SEM	3
DATA ANALYSIS WITH GOOGLE	TP	5 SEM	6
DATA VISUALIZATION WITH POWER BI	TP	6 SEM	6
MACHINE LEARNING WITH SAS	TP	6 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN DIPLOMACY AND FOREIGN POLICY IN SPAIN

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
CORE ISSUES IN FOREIGN POLICY IV: ECONOMY AND TRADE	TP	5 SEM	3
SPAIN, THE EU, AND INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS	TP	5 SEM	6
GLOBAL REGIONS AND FOREIGN POLICY	TP	6 SEM	6
FOREIGN POLICY CONFLICTS AND DISPUTES	TP	6 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN GLOBAL STUDIES

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
PUBLIC & GLOBAL LAW	TP	5 SEM	3
INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT POLICY	TP	5 SEM	3
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS	TP	5 SEM	3
GEOPOLITICS, CONFLICTS, AND RESOLUTION	TP	6 SEM	3
GLOBAL JUSTICE & HUMAN RIGHTS	TP	6 SEM	3
PEOPLE: MIGRATION, HUMAN TRAFFICKING, AND REFUGEES	TP	6 SEM	3

Fourth Course

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
ETHICS	OB	7 SEM	4,5
THEORY OF SPAIN	OB	7 SEM	6
WORLD HISTORY III: THE MODERN WORLD	OB	7 SEM	6
HISTORY OF PHILOSOPHY III: CONTEMPORARY AUTHORS	OB	7 SEM	6
POPULATION SOCIOLOGY AND DEMOGRAPHY	OB	7 SEM	4,5
GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY	OB	7 SEM	3
PHILOSOPHY AND THE MODERN WORLD: BIG QUESTIONS	OB	8 SEM	6
INTERNSHIPS	P. EXT	8 SEM	6
FINAL THESIS	TFG	8 SEM	6
ELECTIVES	OP	8 SEM	12

ELECTIVE COURSES (CHOOSE FOUR COURSES)

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMPLEMENTARY TRAINING ACTIVITIES I	OP	8 SEM	3
COMPLEMENTARY TRAINING ACTIVITIES II	OP	8 SEM	3
DEMOCRACY AND THE MODERN WORLD: MAJOR ISSUES	OP	8 SEM	3
CONTEMPORARY POLITICS AND CULTURE	OP	8 SEM	3
CONTEMPORARY POLITICAL IDEOLOGIES	OP	8 SEM	3
ECONOMICS AND THE MODERN WORLD: MAJOR ISSUES	OP	8 SEM	3
CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL MOVEMENTS	OP	8 SEM	3
LAW, STATE, AND RELIGION	OP	8 SEM	3
NEGOTIATION	OP	8 SEM	3
INTERNATIONAL TRADE *	OP	8 SEM	3
From the list of elective courses that make up the curriculum, students may choose from among the courses offered by the University each academic year, which will be published in the Curriculum Handbook for registration. Likewise, once the registration period has ended, the University reserves the right to offer these elective courses depending on the number of students enrolled.
* Course taught in English

DIPLOMA IN LAW AND TECHNOLOGY

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
CYBERSECURITY AND CYBERCRIME	TP	7 SEM	3
USE CASES FOR TECHNOLOGY IN THE SECTOR: LEGAL IMPLICATIONS AND DIGITAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT	TP	7 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN INTELLIGENCE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COUNTERINTELLIGENCE	TP	7 SEM	3
CORPORATE INTELLIGENCE	TP	7 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN LEADERSHIP, SOCIETY, AND CONTEMPORARY CULTURE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
CURRENT TRENDS: FILM AND AUDIOVISUAL CREATION	TP	7 SEM	3
LEADERSHIP: THE INDIVIDUAL, PURPOSE, AND HISTORICAL CHANGE	TP	7 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
DRIVING CHANGE	TP	7 SEM	3
THE SOCIAL SELF	TP	7 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN DATA SCIENCE & GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
ADVANCED MACHINE LEARNING & GENERATIVE AI	TP	7 SEM	6

DIPLOMA IN DIPLOMACY AND FOREIGN POLICY IN SPAIN

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
SPAIN AND THE SPANISH DIASPORA	TP	7 SEM	3
CASE STUDIES: SITUATIONS AND RESPONSES	TP	7 SEM	3

DIPLOMA IN GLOBAL STUDIES

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
DIPLOMACY & FOREIGN RELATIONS	TP	7 SEM	3
INTERNATIONAL SECURITY	TP	7 SEM	3

Why study at UFV?

Pioneers in Spain

One of the first Spanish universities to implement FPE, with a vocation to train leaders focused on the common good.

Leadership Hubs (IADG)

Priority access to meetings with prominent figures such as Isabel Díaz Ayuso, Nicolás Sarkozy, Alberto Núñez Feijoo, and Pablo Hernández de Cos.

3-in-1 training

Think like rigour (Philosophy), understand how ideas shape history (Politics), and how societies are organized (Economics).

UFV College Methodology

Challenge-based learning, cooperative work, and the integration of Law, Business, Government, and Economics.

Support and mentoring

We have a team of mentors who will help you discover your calling, develop your talents, and make the most of your college experience.

Internships with real impact

Agreements and experience at KREAB, EUCA, MAS Consulting Group, Xavier Zubiri Foundation, Political Watch–CIECODE, among others.

Lead projects that have a real impact on society

At UFV, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in leadership and social transformation initiatives, such as those promoted by Empieza Por Educar (ExE), where you’ll apply your knowledge in real-world contexts that make a positive impact. This experience will allow you to develop leadership skills, a sense of commitment, and social vision, preparing you to make a difference both professionally and personally.

UFV Entrepreneurship

If you want to start a business, get your project off the ground with the UFV Entrepreneurship Center and the support of the campus ecosystem.

Total practical experience

Simulations, seminars, lectures, visits to institutions, and academic trips* to areas of political, economic, and cultural interest. *These are not included in tuition and may be modified, canceled, or subject to changes in destination and duration depending on the policies of each college.

Communication and leadership

Hone your public speaking and influencing skills at Sociedad de Debates (national champion), Generación Empresarial, UFV MUN, and Be The Change.

Internships in national and international companies

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Admission and enrollment

Admission Requirements

You must pass the UFV admission exams, which consist of:

Personal interview
Competency test
Evaluation of academic record

(Testing fee: 80€)

Limited places

The number of places is limited due to the practical and personalized nature of the training. We recommend that you begin the admission process as soon as possible.

Apply for admission

Career opportunities

Training that enables you to analyze, interpret, and provide solutions in political, economic, and social spheres, in both public and private organizations.

Consulting, lobbying, and think tanks
Organizations and agencies: governmental, intergovernmental, NGOs, and foundations
Media consulting and analysis (politics, culture, history, economics)
Research centers and international organizations
Research at universities and research institutes
Human Resources and Corporate Training
Publishing and Publications
Teaching in Philosophy, History, and Economics

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International Agreements

We have more than 200 exchange agreements in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

On the UFV campus, you'll share the experience with students from all over the world.

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Campus life

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Student societies

We have more than 30 student societies that you can join.

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Sports

He represents UFV and competes in the University Championships. UFV is the only university with a sports talent incubator.

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Social Action

Be an agent of social change through our activities to transform society by creating experiences of encounter with others.

Pastoral

Boost your personal and spiritual development with activities, experiences, and training to learn more about who you are and how you are called to live in order to be happy.

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Cultural Activities

Workshops, art, and events to broaden your horizons and creativity.

“My bachelor's degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics has helped me enter the workforce by providing me with a global and strategic perspective, in addition to helping me develop key skills. The main skills I acquired with the support of UFV throughout my degree program—and which are essential in the corporate world—are communication, adaptability, and the ability to synthesize information.”

Covadonga Fernández

Talent Attraction & Mobility Expert at BNP Paribas

“The education I received at UFV has given me a comprehensive perspective that has helped me solve the problems I encounter in my work in the consulting field. This is because you can’t just stick to a technical approach; you also have to take into account political factors, as well as the economic landscape and social context, in order to provide a comprehensive and meaningful solution.”

Marcos Hidalgo Ayerra

Senior Consultant at Ernst & Young

“Studying at UFV gave me a deep understanding of the political and social context, along with practical tools for navigating institutional environments. That preparation has been key to working with sound judgment and responsibility in the parliamentary arena.”

José María Mateos

Parliamentary aide in the Congress of Deputies

“It is a degree program that gives students a comprehensive overview, both from a humanistic and economic perspective. Thanks to my experience, I see how professionals with this ability, this broad vision that allows them to make senior management decisions in both the private and public sectors, are increasingly in demand. ”

José María Rotellar García

UFV Professor

“The degree in FPE is a clear example of UFV's commitment to defending the importance of the humanities today. In addition, it is a degree that provides the opportunity to learn and enjoy university life through multidisciplinary training taught by the best teachers.”

Gema Garcia Martinez

UFV Student

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Recognition of excellence

Our awards reflect UFV's commitment to academic excellence, educational innovation, and comprehensive personal development.

Top 3 Spanish Universities in Teaching and Learning

Source: CYD Foundation, CYD 2026 Ranking

8.2/10 student recommendation rating

in Law, Business, and Government

8.3/10 average rating of teachers by their students

Source: UFV Quality Department. February 2025

95% employability rate

7.98/10 average rating for the training received

Source: Sondea, Employability Barometer

9.1/10 for the values promoted by UFV

Source: 2024 Report, undergraduate student experience

8.8/10 rating for the experience at our Campuses

Source: 2024 Report, undergraduate student experience

Price

Scholarships and Study Aid

At UFV, we believe in talent and in people. That’s why we’re one of the universities with the highest percentage of students receiving scholarships. Our Financial Aid Office offers you a wide programme range of scholarships and financial aid, taking into account your academic excellence, your talents, and your personal circumstances.

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Total Amount (26/27 Academic Year)

11.740€

Down payment: €1,500

Monthly payment: 1,024 €

The fees for the admissions process and the seat reservation are not included and must be paid separately.

We resolve any possible doubts

How much does the degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics cost?

Total tuition fee s for the first year of the bachelor’s degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at UFV is €11,740. This amount is broken down into an initial payment of €1,500 and ten monthly payments of €1,024.

What does the admission process for the degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics consist of?

To become a student at UFV, you must pass our admission tests. The fee is €80, and the tests can be taken either online or in person. For more information about our admission process, click here.

How many years does the degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics last?

The degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at UFV lasts four academic years.

What are the career opportunities for graduates with a degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics?

The degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics trains leaders in fields such as politics, business, and the intellectual, social, and cultural spheres. For this reason, the range of career opportunities is very broad, as this program will provide you with the ideal skills and abilities to work in:

Consulting firms, lobbying groups, and think tanks
Governmental and intergovernmental organizations and institutions, NGOs, foundations, and transnational corporations
Media: consulting on political, cultural, historical, or economic issues
Research centers or international organizations
Research at research institutes and universities
Human Resources and Training at National and International Companies
Companies in the publishing industry
Teaching in the fields of Philosophy, History, and Economics

What is the FPE degree?

The " Bachelor's Degree " in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (FPE) at the Universidad Francisco de Vitoria (UFV)— programme —offers an interdisciplinary education that integrates philosophical, political, and economic knowledge, preparing you to understand and analyze society from multiple perspectives.

Over four academic years, you will take subjects ranging from political and economic theory to ethics and contemporary philosophy. This approach will enable you to develop critical and analytical skills applicable in various professional fields, such as public administration, international organizations, consulting, and communication.

What courses are offered in the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics program?

You will study how societies are organized, how institutions function, and what ideas influence economic and political decisions. You will take courses such as History of Philosophy, Microeconomics, Political Systems, International Political Economy, and Public Policy.

What is the difference between Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, and Political Science?

The Political Science degree focuses on power, institutions, and political processes, while the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics degree combines that study with philosophical thought and economic analysis. This will allow you to examine public issues from different perspectives and better understand their causes and consequences.

What is the difference between FPE and PPLE?

FPE combines Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. PPLE also includes Law as a fourth discipline, and at UFV, the program is organized around the common good. In FPE, you will study ideas, institutions, and the economy to analyze how they relate to one another in public life.

What kind of economic education do students receive in the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics program?

You will study Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, History of Economic Theory, and International Political Economy. You will learn to relate the functioning of markets to institutions, ideas, and public policy decisions in order to analyze problems from an economic and social perspective.

Can you learn to analyze and evaluate public policies?

Yes. In the Public Policy program, you'll study how institutions address collective problems. You'll learn to examine their objectives and assess their potential effects on the economy, businesses, and citizens' lives.

Do you learn how to debate and communicate ideas at FPE?

Yes. In the courses *Dialectics, Rhetoric, and Public Discourse* and *Communication and Public Opinion*, you’ll work on argumentation and communication. You’ll learn to defend your ideas with reasons, listen to other points of view, and present proposals. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in the UFV Debate Society, a student organization with an outstanding track record in national and international competitions.

What is the point of studying history and philosophy along with politics and economics?

History and philosophy help us understand how ideas and institutions have evolved. In our degree program, you will study different historical periods and schools of thought to understand their influence on politics, the economy, and current social debates.

Are technological changes and current issues discussed at FPE?

Yes. In "Digital Economy and Society" and "Philosophy and the Contemporary World: Major Issues," you will explore contemporary debates and their implications. You will learn to connect technological and social changes with philosophical questions, political decisions, and economic activity.

Are research methods taught in philosophy, politics, and economics?

Yes. You'll take a course in Research Methods in the Social Sciences. You'll learn how to formulate questions, search for and analyze information, and support your conclusions. These tools will help you study political, economic, and social phenomena with rigour.

What hands-on activities take place during FPE?

You will participate in discussions, seminars, simulations, and visits to institutions. In addition, the degree program includes external internships to give you a firsthand look at the professional world and help you understand how people work in fields related to politics, economics, and public affairs.

General information about the degree program

Name: Bachelor's Degree Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

Schools where the course is offered: Faculty of Law, Business, and Government

Field of study: Social and Legal Sciences

Field of study: Social sciences, social work, labor relations and human resources, sociology, political science, and international relations

Format: In-person

Language: Spanish/English

Total number of credits: 240 ECTS credits

Acknowledgments: Not applicable

Verified seats: 60

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