Study Master of Philosophy, Politics and Economics - MPPE at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, Wellington Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
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Master of Philosophy, Politics and Economics - MPPE
Victoria University of Wellington

New Zealand

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About this course

What will I learn?

In today's increasingly complex and unpredictable world we need more thinkers who can grasp the dynamics of politics and society-people who can help create stronger and more effective government. The one-year 180-point Master of Philosophy, Politics and Economics (MPPE) combines three complementary disciplines to give you a broad understanding of the world and social decision-making. Study the only postgraduate programme of its kind in New Zealand, and get a head start in your career in politics, government, or the public service.

Which department am I in?

Wellington Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (3 Trimesters)

Tuition fees
NZ$60,900.00 (US$ 36,327) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/12/2026

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Kelburn Campus

Kelburn, Wellington,

Wellington,

6012, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

To be accepted into this programme you will need to meet:

Bachelors degree with at least a B average

Proof of English proficiency

To be accepted into this programme you will need to meet one of the following:

IELTS: minimum overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0

TOEFL: minimum score of 90 for the internet-based test with a minimum of 20 in writing

Pearson Test of English: minimum score of 58 (with a ‘Communicative score of not less than 50)

EPP: minimum final scores of 4,4,5,5

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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