MA in European Studies
University of Groningen
Key Information
Campus location
Groningen, Netherlands
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
EUR 2,250 / per semester *
Application deadline
01 May 2024
Earliest start date
Sep 2024
* EU/EEA students: €2250/semester without waiver with insurance | non-EU/EEA students: €4500/semester
Introduction
Why is it hard for many people to identify as Europeans? How does Europe protect its minorities? and how should the European Union position itself in a rapidly changing global landscape?
Please note: All applications are processed and accepted only through our own website. Applications made through the official University of Groningen website will not be considered.
Euroculture offers great opportunities if you are interested in understanding—and shaping—today's Europe. Our two-year master's programme is ideal for students who understand that Europe's future will be shaped not only by economics and politics, but also by struggles over identities, values, and heritage.
With an interdisciplinary approach that combines courses from at least two leading European universities with an internship and hands-on skills training, Euroculture prepares you to make a difference in careers like diplomacy, international business, research, journalism, cultural management, and European administration. Euroculture has been recognized as a Master of Excellence by the European Commission.
Why study this programme in Groningen?
Euroculture in Groningen is proud of being a founding member of the programme (1999), and of its achievements as a Programme of Excellence. Since 2010 we have been selected as (one of the) best European Studies Programme(s) in the Netherlands (source: Master Keuzegids). Furthermore, the University of Groningen belongs to the global top 100 on the three most important ranking lists ('Shanghai, THE and QS World University Rankings).
The international staff of Euroculture hold doctoral degrees in a variety of disciplines, such as history, cultural studies, political science, European law, European studies and international relations. The academic and research focus in Groningen is the notion of cultural identity and its relation to European integration in all its dimensions. Concepts such as “Europeanisation” and “Citizenship” are important elements in seminars. Trans-Atlantic relations and East Asia feature prominently in Groningen too.
Groningen is also an excellent choice of residence because this university town is lively and pleasant, with about 1 out 5 inhabitants being a student. For students, there are excellent facilities not only for studying (ICT, library, Placement Office, International Office), but also for sports, entertainment and leisure.
Admissions
Curriculum
Year 1
- Core Fields of European Culture (1st semester)
- Eurocompetence I (1st semester)
- 2nd semester ABROAD
- Eurocompetence II (2nd semester)
- Intensive Programme (a 7-day summer school taking place at the end of the 2nd semester)
Courses
- Cultural History: Domains of European Identity (10 EC)
- Eurocompetence I (5 EC)
- The Cultural Construction of Europe: Language, Art and Thought (5 EC)
- The Political and Legal Construction of Europe (10 EC)
- Eurocompetence II (5 EC)
- Intensive Programme Euroculture (5 EC)
- Methodology & Theory (10 EC)
- Research Seminar I: Representing Europe (10 EC)
- Research Seminar II: Integration Processes (10 EC)
Year 2
- Work Placement (Professional Track) or additional Research Seminars (Research Track) (semester 3)
- Thesis Portfolio (semester 3)
- Eurocompetence III: Project Application Writing (semester 4)
- MA thesis (semester 4)
Courses
- Euroculture Internship and Report (25 EC, optional)
- Master's Thesis Euroculture: Research (5 EC)
- Eurocompetence III (5 EC)
- Master's Thesis Euroculture: Writing (25 EC)
Curriculum
In the first semester, students gain multidisciplinary knowledge about the European integration process and attend a practical module (Eurocompetence I). For the second semester, students in Groningen attend a methodology course, Eurocompetence II, and a research seminar. In the third semester, students opt for either a Research or a Professional Track and submit a Thesis Portfolio. The last semester consists of writing a thesis and completing Eurocompetence III (Project or PhD application).
Programme options
- Professional (track)
- Research (track)
Study abroad
- Study abroad is required
- Maximum of 60 EC
In the 1st semester, students start at any one of the European partner universities (home university). The programme is continued at another European partner university (host university) in the 2nd semester. For the 3rd semester, students opt for either a work placement (Professional Track), research courses (Research Track) at a European university, or at one of the non-European partner institutions (selection applies). The 4th semester is spent at either the home or host university.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Job prospects
Euroculture prepares graduates for professions and research careers where knowledge of contemporary Europe and the European Union institutions are of relevance.
Due to the multi- and interdisciplinary nature of the Euroculture programme, its graduates find work in a broad range of sectors where expert knowledge of present Europe and European integration processes is required. A number of our graduates have also undertaken further studies at the doctoral level.
The focus of the programme is on cultural and social developments, the political process of European integration, values, citizenship and cultural identity within Europe and its correlations with the wider world. Euroculture teaches students the methods and skills required to identify the European dimensions of social problems, critically assess and interpret information about European institutions and organisations, and understand the cultural aspects and factors that play a key role in the process of European identity formation and integration.
Career Prospects
Euroculture alumni have found employment in the following areas/organisations:
- EU institutions
- International and national organisations (non-governmental, non-profit, foundations)
- Universities, education and research institutions
- Embassies and ministeries all over the world
- Media, journalism, publishing, libraries
- Cultural (management) organisations
- Foreign trade organisations
- Political parties, foundations and associations
- City and regional planning, local and regional cultural projects
- Centres for minorities and minority rights