International Relations: European Union Studies
Universiteit Leiden
Deze opleiding
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During this Master's programme you will attend lectures by academic staff, internationally renowned in their fields and you may also choose an elective taught by a practitioner, combining academic insights with practical experience in politics, government, advisory bodies and think tanks.
The programme examines the European Union with different theories and concepts: history, economics, political science and law.
You will analyse and explore the core concerns of the European Union, an increasingly complex and fascinating political and socio-economic landscape. You will also look at the developments of post-war Europe and examine the current state of affairs within the European Union.
A highlight of the programme is the three-day trip to Brussels, where you will visit EU institutions, member states' representations and lobby groups.
During your studies you will also benefit from the close contacts between the University and national and international government institutions in The Hague, as well as the unique wealth of area studies at Leiden University.
- Leiden University's Humanities Faculty was recently ranked 25th in the Times Higher Education worldwide ranking.
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| locatieLeiden | |
| diplomaMA Internationale betrekkingen | |
| typeregulier, 60 EC | |
| start1 februari, 1 september | |
| taalvolledig English | |
| opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd | |
| accreditatiesNVAO | |
| croho-code60734 | |
| heeft geen numerus fixus heeft een honours programma | |
Waarom aan de Universiteit Leiden?
- The European Union Studies specialisation at Leiden University is unique in the Netherlands.
- The programme is delivered by specialist academics and experts with direct experience in policy-making.
- You will benefit from the close contacts between the University and national and international government and non-government institutions.
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Studieprogramma
opbouwFor an overview of the subjects offered by this programme in the current year, check out the e-Prospectus:
https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/studies/show/international-relations-european-union-studies. The subjects can vary from year to year.
https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/studies/show/international-relations-european-union-studies. The subjects can vary from year to year.
During the first semester you will take six compulsory basic courses. You will also attend a number of EU Seminars.
During the second semester, you can choose three electives from a wide range of specialist courses and you will write your thesis. The thesis can be on any topic related to the EU.
These could include:
During the second semester, you can choose three electives from a wide range of specialist courses and you will write your thesis. The thesis can be on any topic related to the EU.
These could include:
- EU Economic and Financial Policy
- EU Foreign and Security Policy
- EU Social Policy
- EU Law and Justice
- EU Institutional reform and EU enlargement
- EU Environmental Policy
| periode | |||||||
| 1 | 2 | ||||||
The History of European Integration | 5 EC | ||||||
Institutions of the European Union | 5 EC | ||||||
The European Union Today | 5 EC | ||||||
Academic Skills I Pre-Master | 5 EC | ||||||
Law and Economics of the European Union | 5 EC | ||||||
Pre-Master Thesis European Union Studies | 10 EC | ||||||
Two electives | 10 EC | ||||||
MA Thesis | 15 EC | ||||||
Onderwijs
| taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
|---|---|
| avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
| afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
The programme focuses on the processes of European integration from an interdisciplinary angle by a mix of specialist, academic researchers and experts with direct experience in policy-formulation and policy-making. https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/studies/show/international-relations-european-union-studies
honours-/excellence program
Toelating en studiekosten
startmomenten
| 1 februari 2019 | aanmelding deadline : 1 december 2018 wettelijk tarief : € 2078 niet-EU/EER studenten : € 10800 |
|---|---|
| 1 september 2018 | aanmelding deadline : 15 juni 2018 wettelijk tarief : € 2060 |
| 1 september 2019 | aanmelding deadline : 15 juni 2019 wettelijk tarief : € 2078 niet-EU/EER studenten : € 10800 |
toelatingseisen
basiskennis
Applicants should have completed components at the bachelor's level equivalent to at least 30 ECTS in the field of contemporary European studies with comparable content and course objectives.
vooropleiding
A bachelor's degree from a university, equivalent to the level of a Dutch academic bachelor's degree, in the field of social sciences, humanities, law or economics.
motivatiebrief
The motivation letter (max. 800 words) should include a clear indication of the reasons why you are applying for European Union Studies.
inbegrepen in collegegeld
| examination |
estimated monthly costs
| bedrag | kostenpost | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| € | 350 | kamerhuur in Leidenrond het landelijk gemiddelde | |
| € | 22 | internet+tv | |
| € | 152 | boodschappen/kostgeld | |
| € | 32 | telefoon | |
| € | 117 | verzekeringen | |
| € | 158 | collegegeldop basis van € 1906 per jaar | |
| € | 80 | studieboeken en -spullen | |
| € | 29 | drinken/snoep/snacks | |
| € | 77 | uiterlijkkleding, kapper, schoenen | |
| € | 30 | contributies/abonnementen | |
| € | 132 | vrije tijdstappen, uit eten, vakantie | |
| € | 42 | vervoernaast de OV-kaart | |
| € | 45 | overig | |
| € | 1218 | totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181 | |
Hiernaast staat een overzicht van de gemiddelde kosten die een uitwonende student heeft.
Niet iedere student heeft met iedere kostenpost te maken. Het totaalgemiddelde is dus niet gelijk aan de optelsom van alle kostenposten.
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Studenten en studentenleven
studentaantallen
| 526 | studenten volgen deze opleiding |
| 50% | daarvan is vrouw |
| 95 | eerstejaars gestart in 2017 |
| 51% | daarvan is vrouw |
| 26505 | studenten aan de Universiteit Leiden |
| 60% | daarvan is vrouw |
Op kamers in Leiden
| 31058 | studenten studerend |
| 12630 | studenten woonachtig |
| € 350 | gemiddelde kamerprijs |
| kamer betaalbaarheid | |
| 20 m2 | gemiddelde kameroppervlak |
| kamer beschikbaarheid |
aan het woord: studenten en docenten
Lisa Schäfer
Lisa Schäfer - Student testimonial European Union Studies Leiden University
The toughest challenge for my education was to specialise. With a Bachelor's degree in International Relations, my undergraduate education was very broad and I wanted to focus on a more specific policy area. The Master's programme in European Union Studies at Leiden University offered a unique practical perspective on EU politics which is the major reason why I decided to complete this master.
An outstanding community
The programme provides its students with a good overview on EU economics, EU history and EU law after which they have the chance to specialise in their core electives...
Whether with the joint Brussels trip, meeting for a beer or helping each other out to study for exams, the strong bond among students made studying European Union Studies the most enjoyable.
Internship in Seoul
As I simultaneously studied a master in Asian Studies together with European Union Studies at Leiden, it was important for me to combine these two fields of interest in my master's research. Hence, I focused on the EU policy vis-à-vis China and specialised in the EU-China strategic partnership and the possible 2016 market economy status of China and its implications for the EU. It was a fascinating journey to find my own niche and my own interest. This helped me to pursue a placement with the EU Delegation in Seoul, where I am currently interning in the political section.
Internship in Seoul
As I simultaneously studied a master in Asian Studies together with European Union Studies at Leiden, it was important for me to combine these two fields of interest in my master's research. Hence, I focused on the EU policy vis-à-vis China and specialised in the EU-China strategic partnership and the possible 2016 market economy status of China and its implications for the EU. It was a fascinating journey to find my own niche and my own interest. This helped me to pursue a placement with the EU Delegation in Seoul, where I am currently interning in the political section.
lees verder ...
Prof. Richard Griffiths
Testimonial Prof. Richard Griffiths
“I am proud that we have managed to attract many people from the 'real world' to higher education. People with valuable hands-on experience.”
“When teaching my specialist subject, the History of European Integration, I take my students back to the roots of the present day. The interdisciplinary character of the Master's in European Studies is very exciting: it is fascinating to communicate historical concepts and methods to non-historians. I also find it interesting to integrate history into societal discussions about the EU...
This programme is unique in the Netherlands. We first put together an interdisciplinary curriculum and then went looking for lecturers, rather than the other way round, as is often the case. I am also proud that we have managed to attract many people from the 'real world' to higher education, people with valuable hands-on experience. In the second semester the entire body of staff comes from outside the university. There are staff from the WRR (The Scientific Council for Government Policy), the SER (The Social and Economic Council of the Netherlands) and the House of Commons, including the Euro¬pean spokesmen from the CDA and PvdA, and a former Minister of Defence. These people are delivering complete courses. In addition, we also have an impressive list of guest lecturers. Of course, Leiden benefits from having both a physical and a personal close relation¬ship with the Hague. Close proximity to a centre of government is a great advantage for a course of this kind. The EU is occupying an increasing role in our lives. There is a growing demand in the Netherlands and elsewhere for high quality knowledge about the EU.”
lees verder ...
Keuzehulp
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Feiten en / studie in cijfers
| deze opleiding | landelijk | |
|---|---|---|
| algemeen oordeel | 3.9 | 3.8 |
| inhoud | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| docenten | 3.8 | 3.9 |
| studiefaciliteiten | 3.6 | 3.5 |
| studielast | 3.3 | 3.4 |
| studiebegeleiding | 3.5 | 3.3 |
Studentoordelen
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International Relations: European Union Studies aan de Universiteit Leiden is beoordeeld door 117 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 3.9 uit 5.
Na de studie
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
As a graduate of European Union Studies at Leiden University there are a variety of career options available within the Brussels-based EU organisations, as well as the myriad non-governmental organisations, research institutes, and businesses which are operational within the inner-circle of the EU institutions. You will have a solid grounding in the main issues of the European Union, and will therefore be highly employable both in the Netherlands and the rest of Europe
.Our graduates end up working in a diverse range of positions, examples include:
- Communications advisor at a company specialising in reputation management
- Communications manager and project assistant at an NGO promoting reconciliation and peace
- Junior advisor on public affairs at a communications and consultancy firm
- Research assistant at a legal institute
- Junior advisor on PR at a consultancy firm
- Programme assistant at an NGO promoting Eastern European interests and development
- Research analyst at a consultancy firm
- Project officer at an embassy in the Netherlands
- Project manager at a company specialising in geo-services, international development and project management
- PhD student
current job market
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