In Trinity One’s Policy, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) stream, students will examine some of the most challenging issues that confront contemporary governments and citizens from diverse theoretical perspectives. The stream has two fundamental goals: first, to introduce students to the moral challenges of political decision-making and second, to introduce students to current governance practices in Canada and other democratic nations.
Students will discuss issues related to social inequality, educational policy, crime and punishment, health care, economic growth, tax policy, and the transfer of wealth. Students will have the opportunity to think creatively and from a number of theoretical perspectives about pragmatic policy solutions to such issues.
Students in the PPE stream must enrol in two Trinity One seminars in their first year: TRN160Y1: Public Policy and the Public Good and TRN172Y1: Political Economy and Social Inequality. Each of these courses amounts to 1.0 FCE and will continue throughout the fall and winter semesters. These credits will account for 2.0 credits of the typical 5.0 credit load in first year.
Students who complete the Policy, Philosophy and Economics stream are well-equipped to pursue further studies in related academic disciplines. Students may apply concepts and skills learned in the PPE stream to studies in the sciences, social sciences or humanities.
Students in the PPE stream may be especially interested in pursuing a major in at the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy. Alternatively, students may wish to build on the stream’s core themes by pursuing studies in economics or philosophy. Finally, PPE students commonly express interest in Political Science, History and Ethics, Society and Law or International Relations (both hosted by Trinity College).
Your stream mentors will support you throughout the academic year by hosting workshops and activities to assist you with course assessments and to facilitate community building. They will be your first point of contact should you have any academic concerns or questions about student life! Meet your stream mentors below!
Jessica Wang Program(s) of Study: Ethics, Society and Law (Major), Drama (Major), English (Minor) Hometown: Hong Kong; Markham, ON College: Trinity CollegeJessica is an alumna of the Trinity One Ethics, Society and Law stream and is delighted to return as the senior mentor for the Policy, Philosophy and Economics stream this year! She recalls her time in the program as a highlight of her university journey, where she witnessed significant improvement in various academic skill sets and made valuable connections with peers and faculty. |
Analí Galindo Program(s) of Study: International Relations (Major) and Political Science (Major) Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico College: University CollegeAs a PPE student, she enjoyed learning about the challenges of finding the public good in policy making and the inherent inequalities of our economic and political systems. She also liked the small-class setting since she got to meet incredibly smart people and amazing friends. Although challenging in the beginning, the course content was really interesting and class discussions were always engaging and a highlight of the seminars! |
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