Overview

European Studies from Maastricht University trains you to become a critical thinker who can understand, analyse and explain complex current problems at the European level from various disciplinary perspectives. You can use this expertise to work in European institutions, public administration, management and consultancy.

Careers

European Studies graduates often find work in:

European government / institutions

Consultancy

Public administration

Business and finance

Education

Research

Management

Policy

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Institutional Law of the EU

Language & Skills: Negotiation skills

Policy Domains. Analyzing the European Policy Process

International Relations: Contemporary Issues and Actors

Placing Europe: Cities, Regions, Borders

Comparative Politics and Government

International Economics

Making a European Market

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Maastricht, Netherlands

Disciplines

European Studies View 9 other Bachelors in European Studies in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

VWO diploma or an international equivalent

Letter of motivation

Curriculum Vitae

English proficiency

A recent passport picture

A copy of your valid passport or your EU/EEA identity card

A copy of your most recent list of grades and a copy of your diploma if you have obtained it.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

13200 EUR / year

≈ 13200 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2694 EUR / year

≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Maastricht

Netherlands

700 - 1170 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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