| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-23 | 2023-07-04 |
| 2024-01-23 | - |
Program Overview
Gain a broad understanding of the politics, policy and social evolution of the EU and European states, as well as specialist knowledge of EU and international affairs.
The Euromasters course gives you a distinctive international learning experience, with the opportunity to study at several prestigious institutions.
With an enthusiastic teaching team who are experts in their research fields, and a diverse course of study, this two-year master’s degree is internationally recognised.
You'll gain a broad comparative understanding of the European Union, European politics, policy and social evolution, as well as specialist knowledge of key issues in the Euro-Atlantic area and international relations.
We welcome applications from high-achieving students, who wish to gain the knowledge and skills that will qualify them for a wide range of careers in European and international institutions, and the private sector.
You can find out more on the dedicated Euromasters website, which contains extensive information about the course and the Consortium, as well as guidance on applying.
Language of instruction and locations
You are able to study at the following sites as part of the course.
English
English and French
English and German
You will need to be able to speak the language of instruction of your chosen country of study.
Graduate prospects
The depth and breadth of knowledge alongside the hands-on international experience our graduates gain from this course is valued highly by employers.
You can also take advantage of the extensive Careers Service at the University of Bath, as well as the opportunity to study another language at the Foreign Languages centre during your Core Module in Bath.
Our graduates have been employed all over the world in a wide variety of international organisations, multinational corporations and public bodies or policy-formulating institutes. Examples include:
Many of our graduates also continue directly to doctoral research.
Gain a broad understanding of the politics, policy and social evolution of the EU and European states, as well as specialist knowledge of EU and international affairs.
The Euromasters course gives you a distinctive international learning experience, with the opportunity to study at several prestigious institutions.
With an enthusiastic teaching team who are experts in their research fields, and a diverse course of study, this two-year master’s degree is internationally recognised.
You'll gain a broad comparative understanding of the European Union, European politics, policy and social evolution, as well as specialist knowledge of key issues in the Euro-Atlantic area and international relations.
We welcome applications from high-achieving students, who wish to gain the knowledge and skills that will qualify them for a wide range of careers in European and international institutions, and the private sector.
You can find out more on the dedicated Euromasters website, which contains extensive information about the course and the Consortium, as well as guidance on applying.
Language of instruction and locations
You are able to study at the following sites as part of the course.
English
English and French
English and German
You will need to be able to speak the language of instruction of your chosen country of study.
Graduate prospects
The depth and breadth of knowledge alongside the hands-on international experience our graduates gain from this course is valued highly by employers.
You can also take advantage of the extensive Careers Service at the University of Bath, as well as the opportunity to study another language at the Foreign Languages centre during your Core Module in Bath.
Our graduates have been employed all over the world in a wide variety of international organisations, multinational corporations and public bodies or policy-formulating institutes. Examples include:
Many of our graduates also continue directly to doctoral research.
Program Outline
Course structure
This course lasts 2 years. It starts in September 2023 and ends in 2025. Welcome week starts on 25 September 2023.
Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.
Units
After the initial Core Module at the University of Bath, you will undertake two taught semesters followed by the completion of a 15,000 word dissertation to be submitted by September in the second year.
You must study at a minimum of two sites, including the University of Bath. You may also choose to study at a third site.
The units available at each partner study site may vary from year to year
. Available units will follow general themes. These are outlined below.Compulsory course units
These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.
Core Module
You will study at the University of Bath from September 2023 to January 2024.
You'll study:
Plus 3 units from:
Specialist Module 1
This module allows you to take advantage of core areas of academic expertise at various partner sites. Unit choices may vary from year to year, but each partner site covers general themes of study.
You can choose to complete Specialist Module 1 at one of:
Sciences Po Grenoble
University of Bath
Humboldt University of Berlin
Please note: exact semester dates may vary from year to year.
University of Bath units
You can select five units from:
Humboldt University of Berlin units
Unit choices may vary from year to year. Students have recently studied these core units:
You will also study the Facets of Europeanization unit. For this, you will select a unit from a list of options. These options will vary from year to year.
Sciences Po Grenoble components
You’ll study a selection of specialised units, take part in professional workshops, and do an internship followed by a report. Component choices may vary from year to year.
Specialised units
You'll complete 4 units. Students have recently studied units such as:
Professional workshops
You'll complete one of:
Specialist Module 2
This module allows you to take advantage of core areas of academic expertise at various partner sites. Unit choices may vary from year to year, but each partner site covers general themes of study.
You can choose to complete Specialist Module 2 at one of:
Sciences Po Grenoble
University of Bath
University of Siena
Humboldt University of Berlin
Please note: exact semester dates may vary from year to year.
University of Bath units
You can select five units from:
Humboldt University of Berlin units
Unit choices may vary from year to year. Students have recently studied these core units:
You will also study the Facets of Europeanization unit. For this, you will select a unit from a list of options. These options will vary from year to year.
University of Siena units
Unit choices may vary from year to year. Students have recently studied these core units:
Sciences Po Grenoble components
You’ll study a selection of specialised units, take part in professional workshops and seminars, and complete two units with a language focus (English and a second language). Component choices may vary from year to year.
Specialised units
You'll complete 4 units. Students have recently studied units such as:
Seminar
Professional workshops
Languages
Thesis Module
You will complete your MA in Contemporary European Studies (Euromasters) dissertation from April to September 2025.
You can only complete this at the University of Bath, or the site you study at during Specialist Module 1 or Specialist Module 2.
Learning and assessment
Learning
Assessment
Recognition of professional qualifications
As well as being recognised as a higher academic qualification, a number of our degrees are also accredited by professional bodies in the United Kingdom. An accredited degree may entitle you to work in a specific profession within the UK, and abroad (where there are reciprocating arrangements with professional bodies in other countries).
The requirements to practise a profession vary from country to country. If you wish to practise your profession outside the United Kingdom, you are advised to confirm that the UK professional qualification you seek is valid in the country in which you are intending to work.