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European Studies: Identity and Integration – (M.A.)
University of Amsterdam
Graduate School for Humanities
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| Application Deadline: | Start in 1 September: April (non-EEA: April). | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,713 ≈ € 10,500 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 60 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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In this programme students investigate the nature of Europe and the development of the idea of Europe that ultimately led to the founding of the European Union.
This programme aims to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of modern European integration, history and culture. The compulsory core course examines the internal and external relations of the EU in the context of contemporary events and politics. In addition, students can chose from various electives that focus on a range of topics: EU cultural policy; the history of European unity; and expressions of European identity, both inside Europe and in relation to 'the Other', such as the Orient or Islam. Upon completion of the programme, students will have gained insight into various aspects of European identity and integration, and will have the necessary skills to conduct independent research on a relevant topic. Upon successful completion of the programme students will receive Master of Arts (MA) degree.
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This programme aims to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of modern European integration, history and culture. The compulsory core course examines the internal and external relations of the EU in the context of contemporary events and politics. In addition, students can chose from various electives that focus on a range of topics: EU cultural policy; the history of European unity; and expressions of European identity, both inside Europe and in relation to ‘the Other’, such as the Orient or Islam. Upon completion of the programme, students will have gained insight into various aspects of European identity and integration, and will have the necessary skills to conduct independent research on a relevant topic.
Programme outline
The Identity and Integration programme yields 60 ECTS credits: 18 credits for core courses, 24 credits for electives and 18 credits for a Master's thesis.
Thesis
The master's thesis (18 credits) is an individual research project carried out by the student under the supervision of two faculty members. The subject of the thesis should relate to topics covered in the courses and will be mutually agreed upon by the student and the main supervisor. The thesis should be started during the student's first semester and should be completed at the end of the student's second semester.
Programmes of European Studies
Apart from the one-year English-taught European Studies programme, students can choose three other European Studies programmes (taught in Dutch). These programmes are:
- Europees beleid (European Policy)
- Europese studies (European Studies)
- Oost-Europese studies (Eastern-European Studies)
Degree requirements
The one-year programme European Studies: Identity and Integration is a Master's programme in European Studies. Students who successfully complete this programme receive a Master's degree in European Studies and the title Master of Arts (MA).
Credit transfer
Students who show exceptional promise during a Regular or Professional Master's programme are encouraged to continue their studies in a Research Master's programme. Once students are admitted to the Research Master's programme, they can transfer credits earned during their previous course of study towards their Research Master's degree. The examination committee determines which courses qualify for transfer.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Previous education: Applicants for the Master's programme should have at least a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in a relevant field. The level of the Bachelor's degree must be comparable to that of a Dutch Bachelor's degree.
Written request: Students can apply from 1 December until 1 April by filling out the digital application form and uploading the necessary documents via the website of the Graduate School for Humanities.
Additional language requirements:
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: A2
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B1
- IELTS overall band: 7
- IELTS listening: 7
- IELTS reading: 7
- IELTS writing: 7
- IELTS speaking: 7
- TOEFL internet based: 100
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 7.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 100 |
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
Funding details
Scholarships / Grants:
The University of Amsterdam:
The University of Amsterdam provides a limited number of full and partial scholarships for excellent students from outside the European Economic Area. The Amsterdam Merit Scholarships have specifically been designed to offer talented, ambitious and dedicated students the opportunity to pursue a Mast
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