Overview

At European Studies (Research) - Democracy and Representation in Europe from Maastricht University you will examine tensions between democratic and administrative governance, and the influence of unelected officials, lobby groups and experts/expertise on EU politics.

Careers

Many of our graduates work in renowned organisations, such as:

European Parliament

European Commission

Foreign Office, Dutch Government

German Parliament

Permanent Mission of Italy to the United Nations

Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS)

Trans European Policy Studies Association (TEPSA)

Directorate for Civil Protection and Emergency Planning

European Journalism Centre

Programme Structure

Courses include:

European Integration: State of the Art

Research Methodology of European Studies

Social Science Statistics

Writing and Presenting a Research Paper

Democratic Governance and Representation in Europe

Linear and Generalised Linear Regression

Research Design

Survey Data Methodology

Information, Expertise and Politics in the EU

Multilevel and Longitudinal Modelling

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Educational Research European Studies View 8 other Masters in Educational Research 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

IELTS

7

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100

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Other requirements

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

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.

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Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

21400 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21400 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

2601 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2601 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Maastricht

700 - 1170 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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