What is PPE?
Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE)
PPE is an interdisciplinary program that combines the study of three critical fields - Politics, Philosophy and Economics. It equips students with a broad and deep understanding of the world, fostering their ability to think analytically, critically, and ethically.
The renowned PPE degree was established in 1920 at the University of Oxford and has since produced countless global leaders, statesmen, policymakers, and intellectuals, including UK Prime Ministers and Nobel laureates. It remains one of the university's most sought-after programs, consistently attracting top applicants and the world’s finest academics.
Now, for the first time, this prestigious Oxford program is open to high school students, offering a rare opportunity to engage in the same curriculum that has produced several prime ministers and Nobel Prize winners.
Why PPE?
What do prominent thought leaders around the world have to say regarding the future of education and learning?
“Everybody who sits on a stage like this would tell you, it is vital for your children to learn computer science. And in fact, its almost exactly the opposite.”
Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang challenges the conventional emphasis on computer science as the sole educational pursuit, arguing that interdisciplinary thinking and domain knowledge are more important than ever. PPE provides this breadth of perspective, combining diverse fields to help students understand and navigate complex global issues.
Why Oxford's PPE?
The birthplace of world leaders, the world's finest academics.
We have chosen to base our curriculum on the renowned PPE program from Oxford University because it offers foundational pathways for understanding the world. In today's ever-changing world, this interdisciplinary approach provides youths with the tools to critically analyze, comprehend, and engage with complex global issues, laying a solid foundation for their future academic and professional pursuits.
At the heart of PPE lies a robust understanding of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. These disciplines are not just academic subjects but are important tools to understand, analyse, and influence the world. Philosophy sharpens analytical and ethical reasoning, Politics provides insights into power and governance, and Economics offers an understanding of global market dynamics.
OSP provides an arena for the intellectually curious youths, fostering a global perspective and critical thinking skills essential for effective leadership in our dynamic, multifaceted global society.
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