European studies

Do you enjoy working together and beyond borders? Are you interested in politics, international cooperation, languages, communication and cultures? And would you like to pursue an international career? Then European Studies may just be the ideal study programme for you.

The study programme of European Studies in Maastricht is based on the types of jobs you can fulfil after you graduate. You will gain theoretical knowledge, which you will also apply into practice. In each study block, you work on a task that you could come across in the professional field. These tasks entail providing strategic communication and policy advice, developing the associated plans, organising events and representing an organisation.

At the bachelor European Studies, you will:

• learn about the foundations of Europe, by studying how major events in history, politics and cultures have shaped the European continent.
• learn about the European institutions, policy making and culture and the impact it had and has on national and local governments, society and companies
• develop your intercultural communication skills and knowledge of English and French, German or Spanish
• develop practical skills that will prepare you for your job after graduation.

At the hbo bachelor European Studies, team work is a substantial part of the programme. You will develop essential skills such as organising and planning your projects, communicating in foreign languages, writing, presentation and (intercultural) communication skills. Moreover, by carrying out different tasks throughout the study programme, you will develop new talents and discover new fields of interest.