Master of Arts in European Studies
A cross-disciplinary Master's programme exploring European culture, history, and politics with flexible specialisation options.
Best for:Students with a background in humanities or social sciences seeking a flexible, interdisciplinary Master's degree with a European focus.
Overview
The Master of Arts in European Studies at the University of Passau is a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary programme that integrates humanities and social sciences. Students explore European history, politics, and culture while developing intercultural communication skills and proficiency in a European language. The curriculum allows for significant customisation, enabling students to focus on areas such as linguistics, media studies, sociology, or political science. The programme is designed to deepen academic expertise within a European dimension and offers double-degree opportunities with partner universities in Spain and France.
What you'll do
- Complete core modules covering European politics, culture, history, and intercultural communication.
- Select and pursue focus areas in European cultural and social studies.
- Undertake specialised foreign language training in one of nine European languages.
- Conduct independent research and write a Master's thesis on a European topic.
- Engage with international guest lecturers and participate in intercultural training.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in a humanities or social science subject (minimum 3 years duration).
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: German (C1 required); English and other European languages (proficiency varies by chosen focus).
Instruction: German, English, and other European languages depending on the specialisation.
- Academic background in humanities or social sciences.
- German language proficiency at C1 level (e.g., TestDaF, DSH-2, or equivalent).
- Academic performance ranked in the top 50% of the cohort or a grade of 2.5 or better in the German system.
- Must hold a recognised first university degree in a relevant field.
- Must meet the specific German language proficiency requirements for admission.
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Applications must be submitted through the university's official online portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts and language certificates are prepared according to the guidelines provided on the university website.
- University degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Official German language certificate
- Curriculum Vitae
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