Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology, Economics, and Politics
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Economics, and Politics | PEP
Discover a unique perspective and combine psychology, economics, and politics! Photo: Ilja Mess | ZU
To understand how the world works, you need to understand politics and economics—and the psychological dynamics behind them.
Our Bachelor’s program in PEP uniquely combines psychology, economics, and politics. It’s interdisciplinary, research-intensive, and taught in small seminar groups. This program goes beyond a traditional business psychology degree and is currently only available at Zeppelin University.
No admission quota. Apply through our“Pioneers Wanted!” selection process.
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Facts & Figures About the Bachelor's Program in Psychology, Economics & Politics
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Standard duration of study: 8 semesters (4 years)
ECTS credits: 240
Language of instruction: German and English
Language Skills: Good command of German and English required
Start of program: Fall (September)
Tuition: €6 ,550
Accredited: Yes
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What can you expect from your degree program?
Areas of Focus & Teaching Portfolio
Three Specialization Tracks in the PEP Program
Structure of the Degree Program
Practical Focus, Study Abroad, and Career Opportunities
Tuition & Financial Aid
Application & Selection Process | Pioneers Wanted!
Here's what our alumna has to say
It was clear to me that a traditional degree in business administration or political science wasn’t the right path for me. I don’t want to choose between business and politics; rather, I want to understand how they interact. In the PEP program at ZU, I found exactly that. The interdisciplinary focus gives me the opportunity to gain new perspectives and, in doing so, develop a deeper understanding of complex topics and the interdependencies between politics, business, and psychology. Before starting my studies, I viewed the psychology component of the program more as an add-on—but today, it’s precisely the combination of these three core areas that excites me the most. It’s exactly this diversity and depth that make PEP unique to me—and a program that fits perfectly into our times.
Many of our TalentCenter members regularly offer internships, projects, and entry-level positions. Here is an overview of the organizations where PEP students have already gained hands-on experience: Practical Training Partners
Anyone who wants to understand and help shape the future needs more than just one perspective. The economy and politics are shaped by people; psychology helps us understand how people think, make decisions, and act. At the same time, economic and political structures shape our lives every day. The combination of psychology, economics, and politics provides exactly the knowledge needed to understand societal developments and make a difference in a complex world.
In an increasingly complex world, we need to integrate different scientific perspectives—and, in particular, insights from psychology, economics, and politics.
Our Professors' Main Areas of Research
Research on a wide variety of topics is conducted at the departments. Here is an overview of current research areas:
You can find detailed descriptions of the departments and their main areas of research on the professors' respective pages.
Department of Political Science
Prof. Dr. Joachim Behnke
Prof. Dr. Martin Elff
Chair of Public Management & Public Policy
Prof. Dr. Ulf Papenfuß
Detailed descriptions of the research focus areas can be found on the respective department pages of the Department of Political Science and Social Sciences.
Here you can learn more about our instructors
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Program Management | Academic Contacts
| Phone: | +49 7541 6009-1431 |
| Room: | Semi 0.02 |
Program Director I Psychology, Economics & Politics I PEP
Program Director I Psychology & Management I PSM MA
Program Director I Student Research
Equal Opportunity Officer
| Phone: | +497541 6009-2232 |
| Room: | FAB 3 | 0.73 |
