Overview
At European Studies (Research) - Europe and the World from Maastricht University you will study how key EU policies have an impact on third countries and other global regions, and how the EU’s promotion of regional and global governance norms compares to that of other international actors, such as the US, Russia or China. Drawing on International Relations theories, you will also analyse distinctive features of the EU as an international actor and the role of the EU in the new world disorder.
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:
- Europe and the World: Qualitative Approach
- European Integration: State of the Art
- Research Methods of European Studies
- Research Methodology of European Studies
- Social Science Statistics
- Writing and Presenting a Research Paper
- Case Study Methods and Process-Tracing
- European Foreign Policy
- Qualitative Interviewing
- Research Design
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Educational Research European Studies View 113 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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.
Tuition Fee
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International
15800 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15800 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
2209 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2209 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Maastricht
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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