The Master of Arts in European Studies focuses on the international dimensions of policy, governance and administration. The programme looks beyond the institutions of the European Union and the mechanics of European integration to examine global developments and multi-level governance in a broader context. The programme employs an interdisciplinary approach, combining political science, history, international relations, economics and cultural studies. The focus is on the underlying issues of power and influence, governance and culture.

Europe in a Globalising World

This specialisation focuses on the EU’s role in global governance, addressing issues like international migration, international development, and how national, regional and international bodies can harness globalisation forces. The specialisation is anchored in international relations and comparative politics. You will look at EU relationships with other global players, international organisations and regional bodies and will examine international governance in the age of growing interdependence between countries, the global power shift characterised by the rise of the BRICS, and the growing role of non-state actors.

Special attention is paid to non-European perspectives on solutions to global challenges and to the institutions supporting global governance, particularly those devoted to cooperation between the EU and other international and regional organisations.

You will:

• Gain an overview of globalisation and learn to critically assess the development and migration policies of the EU, the EU member states and of non- European countries
• Develop the ability to analyse the EU’s relationship with other global players and to interpret European policies in a global context
• Develop the practical skills to conduct policy and action research, which seeks to make academic research also of value for wider society

Your future

The European Studies programme prepares you for policy-oriented professions in middle management or higher. Though the programme has a strong European focus, the international dimension also plays a big role. With your all-round grasp of European institutions and integration, as well as experience in international teams and practical project work, you can look for work in:

• Regional, national or European administration and governance
• Non-governmental organisations and think tanks
• Diplomatic services and international organisations
• Consultancy and public affairs
• International journalism
• Academia and public policy research