Overview

At European Studies (Research) master’s at Maastricht University research plays a primary role from the outset, with research projects integrated into each core module. You will gain in-depth training in methods such as quantitative and qualitative techniques, comparative methods and discourse analysis. You will also develop skills in designing research, writing research proposals and policy reports, publishing your work and applying for funding and research positions in think tanks, governmental institutions or academia.

Students at European Studies (Research) master’s at Maastricht University will:

Learn to critically analyse and discuss challenges facing the EU

Gain experience working in a multidisciplinary, international academic environment

Receive in-depth training in conducting high-quality research

Focus on designing, implementing and publishing your own research

This research-intensive master’s in European Studies will allow you to complete an optional double-degree in partnership with the Department of Political Science at Cologne University.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Historicising European Union: Historical/Qualitative Approach

Governance and Representation in Europe: Quanitative Approach

Europe and the World: Qualitative Approach

Europeanisation, including (comparative) case study analysis, process- tracing and statistical analysis

Democracy and International Regimes, including content analysis and conceptual history

Academic Publishing and Grant Acquisition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Maastricht, Netherlands

Disciplines

European Studies View 26 other Masters in European Studies in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission requirements:

Submit proof of a bachelor's or master's degree,

Submit your curriculum vitae,

Write a letter of motivation,

Submit two writing samples,

Demonstrate proficiency in English.

Besides the general requirements:

A recent passport picture

A copy of your valid passport or your EU/EEA identity card

A copy of your most recent certified grades transcript and a copy of your certified diploma

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

21500 EUR / year

≈ 21500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2694 EUR / year

≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Maastricht

Netherlands

700 - 1170 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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