The programme at a glance
this interdisciplinary course, taught in English, draws inspiration from the University of Oxford's PPE model (Philosophy, Politics, and Economics). It integrates core philosophical insights with disciplines such as economics, politics, history, and law, providing diverse academic and career opportunities
the course emphasizes international perspectives through its focus on current affairs and a multidisciplinary approach to key issues. It explores various themes, including political, economic, and anthropological aspects, while the diverse backgrounds of faculty and students enhance the overall learning experience
by fulfilling specific entry requirements throughout the three-year programme, graduates will gain access to a wide range of master's degrees and first-level professional master’s programmes in Italy and abroad, enabling a smooth continuation of their studies
After graduation
you can work as an analyst or consultant within the economic sector for various organisations, including private companies, public entities, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), voluntary organisations, social cooperatives, social promotion associations, non-profits, and charities, both nationally and internationally
you can build a career as a public relations representative in regulatory agencies, welfare organisations, or policy-making bodies at national, European, or international levels
you will have the opportunity to engage in cultural communication and promotion as a project manager, office assistant, or public affairs consultant, working within institutional politics and activism in governmental or para-governmental organisations at national, European, or international levels
Why choose this programme
An interdisciplinary, international and global-facing degree programme
This Bachelor's degree programme in Philosophy, International and Economic Studies entirely taught in English offers a flexible, international and multidisciplinary education enabling you to analyze and interpret social, political and economic phenomena:
- through logical-philosophical foundations, through familiarity with international reality and the cultures of various countries
- through the instruments of economic sciences for the analysis of a macroeconomic context, market behaviours and of economic factors.
You will be able to develop a critical understanding of philosophical, political and economic texts as well as skills to communicate information on globalization, ideas and answers to current issues. Thanks to the skills you will have gained you will be able to carry out a professional career in such diverse occupations as consultant in international economics, or working in international relations focusing in particular on economic and political phenomena in international organizations and private companies.
PISE was patterned after the Oxford Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) programme, which was first offered at the prestigious British University in the 1920s. PISE is an interdisciplinary programme that combines elements of three distinct subject areas providing a critical perspective while situating them in the broader social science context.
By choosing the appropriate courses, students can then continue on to the relevant Master degrees in
- Comparative International Relations
- Digital and Public Humanties
- Economics and Finance
- Environmental Humanties
- Global Development and Entrepreneurship
- Philosophical Sciences
- Trans-Mediterranean Studies: Migration, Cooperation and Development
offered by Ca’ Foscari since they will have accumulated enough credits to gain access to each one of them.
The course has received a record high number of applications in recent years so that an admission test is now necessary.
In conjunction with dynamic student-led societies such as the Venice Diplomatic Society PISE students compete successfully in Model United Nations and Model European Union events, workshops and symposia are actively organized.
A web of Erasmus and Overseas student exchanges ensures that a plurality of students spend at least a semester outside of Italy while a selected few can study for a double degree with the University of Gröningen.
PISE students face the job market on the same footing as PPE graduates from other universities around the world on the strength of a solid interdisciplinary curriculum. Study abroad programs and a number of high profile visiting professors from top universities are the hallmark of the this particular degree course.
In this context professors such as Fred Lawson, Gregory Gause, III, Joseph Grieco, John Ikenberry, Gilles Kepel, Eugene Rogan, Avi Shlaim, Roger Goodman, Rosemary Foot, Megumi Uesuki, Gary Sick, Michael Willis, Helene von Bismarck, Patrick Cohrs, Michele Nicoletti and many others came to Venice for lectures, seminars and held research fellowships at Ca’ Foscari creating a bridge between PISE students and the world of international research.
PISE lectures
The PISE Lectures offer students the opportunity to engage with internationally renowned scholars and experts in philosophy, economics, history, social sciences, law, and political science. Through interactive sessions, this lecture series celebrates the spirit of the program by addressing major global challenges from a multicultural and interdisciplinary perspective. Course instructors work alongside guest speakers, fostering debate and enhancing the learning experience.
Contacts
Humanistic Campus
ADiSS - Humanistic Campus
Malcanton Marcorà [ITA], Dorsoduro 3484/D, 30123 Venice (Italy)
Campus services: campus.umanistico@unive.it
Humanistic area internships: stage.areaumanistica@unive.it
Information tutors: tutor.campusumanistico@unive.it
Services for students and appointment reservation
Degree programme website (permalink): www.unive.it/degree/ltr6