B.S. in PPE – Modern Political Systems

What Will You Study in a PPE – Modern Political Systems Program?

• Analyze domestic and global political systems through comparative and geographic perspectives.
• Evaluate ideological and ethical frameworks, including socialism and Marxism, and their real-world effects.
• Examine core political and economic ideas that shape authority, liberty, and institutions.
• Synthesize philosophy, politics, and economics through advanced study and a capstone course.

Together, these areas of study are designed to help you think critically across disciplines, connect ideas to real‑world governance challenges, and approach modern political systems with intellectual depth and ethical awareness. This integrated structure supports strong analytical writing, informed decision‑making, and the ability to evaluate complex political and economic issues from multiple perspectives. The capstone course further allows you to apply what you have learned in a cumulative, academically rigorous way.

Potential Careers for PPE – Modern Political Systems Graduates

• Cultural liaison
• Economic forecaster
• Nonprofit organization professional
• Project coordinator
• Public administration manager
• Public service professional

Benefits of Pursuing Your Undergraduate PPE – Modern Political Systems Degree with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online PPE degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
• Gain a unique perspective on the founding of the United States and its contrasting elements with other political systems around the world.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
• Potential college credit for military training