Program Overview

European and Mediterranean Studies (MA)

The Master of Arts in European and Mediterranean Studies is an interdisciplinary program in the social sciences and humanities designed to prepare students for professions requiring an advanced understanding of Europe. This flexible degree allows students to tailor their studies according to their interests across a wide range of disciplines, including contemporary history, political science, international relations, cultural studies, regional studies focusing on the EU, Eastern Europe, the Mediterranean, and more.

Program Description

In addition to classes offered by CEMS faculty, students take classes through various departments within the Graduate School of Arts and Science. Students have the flexibility and faculty support to develop an academic program of study that makes the most of their academic goals within the context of Europe. Through developing country and regional expertise and honing skills in advanced research and analysis, CEMS graduates go on to careers in public service, nonprofit organizations both at the international and regional levels, cultural institutions, international business and law, media, and education. The program also provides a strong foundation for students interested in pursuing doctoral degrees or degrees from professional schools.

Admissions

All applicants to the Graduate School of Arts and Science (GSAS) are required to submit the general application requirements, which include:

• Academic Transcripts
• Test Scores (if required)
• Applicant Statements
• Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
• Letters of Recommendation, and
• A non-refundable application fee.

Program Requirements

The program requires the following courses:

• EURO-GA 2301: What is Europe? (4 credits)
• EURO-GA 3000: Grad Sem Europ Studies (taken twice for 2 credits each) (4 credits)
• EURO-GA 3900: Independent Study (4 credits)
• Electives (20 credits) Total Credits: 32

Additional Program Requirements

Thesis/Special Project

This program requires either a master's thesis or a special project.

Oral Examination

This program requires an oral examination on the thesis.

Sample Plan of Study

A sample plan of study is provided below: 1st Semester/Term:

• EURO-GA 2301: What is Europe? (4 credits)
• EURO-GA 3000: Grad Sem Europ Studies (2 credits)
• Elective (4 credits)
• Elective (4 credits) Total Credits: 14 2nd Semester/Term:
• EURO-GA 3000: Grad Sem Europ Studies (2 credits)
• Elective (4 credits)
• Elective (4 credits)
• Elective (4 credits) Total Credits: 14 3rd Semester/Term:
• EURO-GA 3900: Independent Study (4 credits) Total Credits: 4 Total Credits: 32

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will have:

1. The ability to conduct researchincluding the use of library resources, archives, government data, interviews, polls, and/or relevant technologiesand to make and sustain a novel scholarly argument based on empirical evidence in the form of a thesis paper.
2. Effective written and oral presentation skills, demonstrated in part by successfully defending their theses before a panel of scholars.
3. The ability to think critically about and analyze European issues from the perspective of multiple disciplines, such as history, politics, political theory, international relations, sociology, anthropology, and the arts.
4. In-depth knowledge of the current circumstances of the European Union and European politics.
5. A sophisticated understanding of a particular European region, such as the Mediterranean, Eastern Europe, Southeastern Europe, Western Europe, the British Isles, or Iberia.

Policies

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