BA in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

B.A. in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

The B.A. Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE) is an interdisciplinary degree designed for students who want to understand and shape the world.

This dynamic program brings together the critical thinking of philosophy, the strategic insight of political science, and the analytical tools of economics to help you tackle society’s most pressing challenges. Whether you’re interested in public policy, international development, law, business, or social impact, PPE equips you to lead with clarity, empathy, and intelligence. You’ll gain a deep understanding of how ideas shape institutions, how cooperation and peace are forged, and how communities can flourish. Graduates leave prepared to navigate complexity and transform society. If you’re looking for a degree that’s as intellectually rich as it is practical, PPE is your path.

PROGRAM COURSE INFORMATION

COM 101 Rhetoric and Writing I

COM 102 Rhetoric and Writing II

COM 201 Intercultural Communication

CRIS 100 The Roots of a Christian Scholar

CRIS 201 Global Learning and Service

CRIS 202 Global Learning and Service Practicum (non-credit)

CRIS 203 Local Learning and Service

POL 202 State and Local Government 

POL 203 Introduction to American Politics 

STA 201 Introduction to Statistics 

100-400 Humanities/Fine Arts*

100-400 Humanities/Fine Arts*

100-400 Natural Science or Mathematics*

100-400 Open Elective

100-400 Open Elective

 

*Courses offered at Criswell College that will satisfy these requirements will be marked in the Academic Catalog course descriptions.

BIB 105 Hermeneutics

CRIS 300 Baptist Faith and Witness

NTS 101 New Testament Survey I

NTS 102 New Testament Survey II

OTS 101 Old Testament Survey I

OTS 102 Old Testament Survey II

PPE 400 Christianity and the Social Order

THS 201 Church History

THS 203 Systematic Theology I

THS 204 Systematic Theology II

300 Bible/Theology Elective

ECN 202 Principles of Microeconomics

ECN 203 Principles of Macroeconomics

ECN 210/ Introduction to PPE 

POL 210 

ECN 392/ International Political Economy

POL 392 

PHI 301 Ethics

PHI 303 History of Philosophy: Ancient to Medieval

PHI 304 History of Philosophy: Modern to Contemporary

PHI 315 Logic

PHI 391/ Political Theory

POL 391 

POL 303 International Relations

POL 304 Public Policy

POL 310/ Political Economy of Development 

ECN 310 

POL 360 Social & Behavioral Research Design

300-400 PPE Elective

300-400 PPE Elective

“By allowing me to pursue multiple personal passions, the PPE program gave me a unique, holistic perspective on the challenges facing our society — and the skills to tackle them with humility and creativity.”

CAITLYN PARSONS / 2020 / PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS, AND ECONOMICS

CAREER

Students who graduate with a B.A. in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics will be ready to:

  • Study law
  • Public Policy Advocacy (think-tanks and lobbying organizations)
  • Business/industry/marketing
  • Social Services

From 2018—2021, 100% of those who graduated with a B.A. in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics are either employed or continuing their education.

Why attend Criswell College? Because of professors like Dr. Seitzler, who are invested in helping students envision their future.

Want to learn more?

We connect Christian believers with specific vocations, activities, and resources related to the fields of philosophy, politics, and economics

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Brandon Seitzler

Associate Professor of Politics and Economics; Program Director of BAPPE; Director of the Criswell Institute for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics


NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Criswell College admits students who are Christians of good character, without regard or reference to race, national or ethnic origin, color, age, disability, or sex (except where regard to sex is required by the College’s religious tenets regarding gender and sexuality) to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of these classifications in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.