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MA European Culture and Economy (ECUE)

Interdisciplinary Master’s programme exploring European culture, economics, and policy through social, political, and economic lenses.

Best for:Best for students with a Bachelor’s in political science, economics, international relations, or related fields, seeking an interdisciplinary European-focused Master’s with research and policy analysis skills.

Ruhr-Universität Bochum · Bochum, Germany
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This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Register by 15 July 2027
Funding
Unfunded
None (tuition fees)
Start date
Winter semester (typically October)
Full-time
Location
Bochum
Germany

Overview

The Master of Arts in European Culture and Economy (ECUE) at Ruhr-Universität Bochum is an interdisciplinary programme blending social sciences, political science, economics, history, and philosophy. It focuses on European contexts, offering modules in European law, economics, policy, and research methods. Students specialise in two fields during their second year, with opportunities for a Brussels excursion and optional internships. The programme is taught primarily in English, with German proficiency required for certain tracks, and is designed for full-time study over four semesters starting in the winter term.

European culture and economyinterdisciplinary social sciencesEuropean policy analysisEuropean economic historyresearch methods in social sciencesBrussels excursioninternship opportunitiesGerman-English bilingual programme

What you'll do

  • Complete introductory and basic modules in philosophy, European law, economics, culture, and research methods during the first year.
  • Specialize in two fields of study during the second year, with flexible course selection in specialisation modules.
  • Participate in a four-day excursion to Brussels to discuss interdisciplinary connections and prepare for the Master’s thesis.
  • Conduct empirical research and write a Master’s thesis in the fourth semester, supervised by faculty members.
  • Engage in optional internships (6 weeks to 3 months) between the third and fourth semesters, earning 10 ECTS credits.
  • Attend final colloquiums to discuss interdisciplinary integration and thesis preparation.
  • Utilize academic guidance and counselling services provided by the ECUE Office throughout the programme.

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in political science, social science, economics, international relations, cultural studies, literature and language studies, history, or philosophy with at least 2.3 GPA (German grading system) and 20 ECTS credits outside the major subject.

Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)

Language: German: C1 level (Goethe-Zertifikat C2, TestDaF TDN 4, DSH-2); English: C1 level (TOEFL iBT 87 or IELTS 6.0).

Instruction: English (primary), German (up to 65% of courses in German/English track).

Required skills
  • Proven academic background in social sciences, economics, or related disciplines.
  • Strong analytical and research skills for interdisciplinary study.
  • Ability to work in English and German (C1 proficiency required for certain tracks).
  • Experience with empirical research methods and data analysis.
Nice to have
Prior exposure to European studies or policy analysis.Experience with international or comparative research.Familiarity with European Union institutions or policy frameworks.
Eligibility
  • Open to applicants from all countries.
  • No age restrictions.
  • No prior residency requirements.
  • No prior experience caps.

Funding & terms

Type
Unfunded
Amount
None (tuition fees)
Duration
4 semesters (full-time)
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How to apply

Deadline: 2027-07-15

Applicants must submit an online application through the university’s portal (HISinOne) by 15 July for the winter semester. Required documents include a completed application form, Bachelor’s degree certificate, transcripts, proof of language proficiency (German and English), and an application essay. Additional materials may be requested as specified on the programme’s website.

Documents required
  • ECUE application form
  • Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of German language proficiency (C1 level)
  • Proof of English language proficiency (C1 level)
  • Application essay
  • University diplomas and supplementary documents (if applicable)
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Contact

ECUE Office· Programme Coordinator

https://www.sowi.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/ecue/et.html.en

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ECUE Office
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Germany
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