Overview
The European Politics and Society MA programme offered by Leiden University gives you the possibility to acquire high-level pluri-disciplinary knowledge and skills, with a central focus on the societal, political, and economic processes that have formed contemporary Europe and determine its role in the international environment.
Through its student population the programme fosters exchange among diverse European and non-European cultures, and offers a unique learning experience to both EU and non-EU students. The EPS Programme thus contributes to building a real trans-European community of students, experts and academia that deal with current European challenges.
You will start this programme with a range of courses in Prague, the second semester focuses on EU related courses and language tuition, and will be taught in Krakow or Leiden. In the third and fourth semesters, you will be able to choice between four different study tracks reflecting the diverse expertise of the Consortium members (Prague, Krakow, Barcelona, and Leiden). Each track combines various elective courses, research methods training, and an internship with an advanced research dissertation supervised by key staff from each Partner University.
Career prospects
- Senior policy advisor at the European Union
- Senior policy advisor for national governments
- Senior policy advisor for multinationals or NGOs
- Embassy staff
- Consultant
- Development worker
- Academic researcher
- PhD candidate
- Policy advisor for central and local government
- Policy advisor for businesses
- Policy advisor for NGOs
- Journalist
Programme Structure
- The EPS Programme is a two-year Master Programme divided into four semesters. Like all students you will spend your first semester in Prague. Before the beginning of the first semester, you participate in the Prague a week, where you meet the academic coordinators and faculty staff.
- For the second semester, you will have two options: Leiden or Krakow. This semester is also contains a number of compulsory courses that cover different areas of EU studies. In addition, you can prepare for your own specialization by choosing from a range of facultative courses and language training.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Leiden, Netherlands
Disciplines
European Studies Political Science View 26 other Masters in European Studies in NetherlandsWhat students do after studying
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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Other requirements
General requirements
- In addition to the application, the following must be provided:
- Completed supplementary questionnaire indicating study track preferences
- Copies of all relevant diplomas and transcripts including two previous diplomas (two BAs or BA and High School diploma). If you have not yet finished your previous studies and thus do not have a diploma please submit a confirmation of studies including information on the expected date of graduation.
- Short academic curriculum vitae detailing all relevant qualifications and experience
- Letter of motivation
- 2 letters of recommendation
- All students who are non-native English speakers must provide evidence of the required level of English proficiency
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents21600 EUR / year≈ 21600 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals2601 EUR / year≈ 2601 EUR / year
Living costs
Leiden
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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