warwick epp (economics, psychology and philosophy) 2021

From my understanding, there are two 'pathways' after first year. Which one did you take? If you took the economics route, how are you finding it, and how does it differ from the normal economics course (i.e. is it very focused on just behavioural economics?)

I believe there is one core behavioural economics module the rest is pretty optional and I plan on choosing all econ modules, if you want to make it very focused on behavioural economics you can. As I said you can choose around 80% of your modules from the subject of your choice.

How many students have taken the EPP course in your batch?

I can't completely remember but I think it's around 50 was what we were told

so like how do the classes happen? do all the eco course students have classes together or EPP students have it together?

They usually overlap in terms of philosophy and econ with the ppe students, going into the next years there will be some shared with econ students

It's difficult to judge it right now with the pandemic but it has an excellent reputation especially with employers, I'd say it is focused on careers more than social life. Campus is fun, there's lots to do and it has a student community feel to it since most people are students there. In 2nd year you could choose to live in Coventry which has more of a city feel with lots of takeaways and different activities. Leamington Spa is another place to move which I'd say is much more affluent overall with clubs and cafes etc. The course itself is very interesting and allows you to specialise in what you're interested in, you could potentially have 80% of your degree from one subject. If you're looking towards banking and finance jobs you can focus on economics, Warwick has especially strong links with the big finance firms. Any other questions don't hesitate to ask.

Considering it’s such a new course, would you say the teaching and career opportunities are just as good as the courses that have been around longer?
Also, what’s your opinion on the campus accommodation and also social life at warwick as I’ve heard sm mixed things?

They usually overlap in terms of philosophy and econ with the ppe students, going into the next years there will be some shared with econ students

Thanks for your help man, cheers 🤝

No problem, are you applying for this course?

I can't completely remember but I think it's around 50 was what we were told

The course itself is quite broad, you pick up many different skills. If I was to compare the prospects I would say they are similar to the PPE course. All 3 departments are well respected especially the economics department which is top 5 in the country. You can choose to do a year abroad in any of the departments. On top of this there are modules also taught at the business school as part of the course. Most jobs don't require a specific degree and I think studying these subjects together will look fantastic to employers. If you want to become an economist you could, there's also the option of an Msc in just econ. The teaching is to a pretty good standard as all 3 deparments are very well run. The first year is 50% econ, 25% philosophy and psychology. In terms of accommodation rootes is very sociable because of the way it's designed, you pretty much meet every student in the halls in a kitchen at some point. You can also opt for quiteter, nicer halls such as Sherbourne and Heron bank. The one thing my friends at city unis say is they don't get the feeling of a student community which you certainly do at Warwick.

That's not very many lol. Would you say this was a competitive course at all, as in were all of your grades pretty good in order to secure an offer? Also thank you so much for answering our questions, genuinely much appreciated!

Ah okay nice, thanks so much!

What if I meet all the requirements but I'm taking one B-Tech?

hey i completely forgot i made this thread and i got my offer for epp in late november !!

congratss

when did you apply?

first week of december