Master’s Programme in European Studies (MAES)

Schedule and more

Schedule, syllabus, literature list, responsible teacher and more can be found in the course overview for your first course in the Canvas learning management system. It is important that you register for the course in good time before the course starts. If you have practical questions about your course, you are welcome to contact the education administrator.

Learn more in the Canvas learning management system.

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Programme structure

Semester 1

The Social Science Track (MAES)

During the first semester, you will study three mandatory core courses:

• EU2112 European Heritage and Identity
• EU2113 European Integration Current Research and Theory
• EU2122 Integrating European Markets.

The Humanities Track (HMAES)

During the first semester, you will study three mandatory core courses:

• EU2112 European Heritage and Identity
• EU2114 European Borderlands
• EU2123 Political and Public Spheres and Spaces in European History and Culture.

Semester 2

This applies to both tracks.

In the second semester of your studies, you have the option to take courses either in Sweden or abroad. You also have the opportunity to combine your studies with a half-semester internship. In addition, you have the flexibility to choose to study in Sweden for the entire semester, study abroad for the entire semester, or dedicate the entire semester to an internship.

The first and second halves of the semester have the same structure. You can choose between:

• Elective course in a social science discipline in Sweden or abroad. The education administrator will email you a list of available courses to choose from.
• EU2430 Internship (15 hec)
• EU2420 Internship (30 hec)
• Elective course in a social science discipline in Sweden or abroad (30 hec).

Semester 3

This applies to both tracks.

During the first half of the third semester, you can choose from one of the following courses:

• EU2220 Social Europe 
• EU2210 European Environment Energy
• EU2215 Europe in the World.

During the second half of the semester, you will take a methodology course. You can choose from one of these:

• SF2323 Applied Qualitative Research Methods, problems and design
• SF2322 Applied Qualitative Research Methods
• SF2324 Introduction to Applied Research Design and Quantitative Research Methods for Social Scientists
• SF2321 Applied Statistical Analysis.

Semester 4

This applies to both tracks.

In the final and concluding semester, you will work on your Master's thesis in European Studies: EU2500 Master's Thesis in European Studies (30 hec).

Learn more: Degree project.

To apply for courses within the programme

As a student, you must submit your course applications for the upcoming semester through universityadmission.se. To secure your spot, it's important to apply for the correct courses, follow the application process correctly, submit your application on time, and accept your place after the first round of selection. Before each application round, the education administrator will email you information about which courses to apply for.

Disability study support

If you have a persistent functional impairment and you're eligible for disability support during your studies, you can find more information about it on the Student Portal. If you have any questions regarding disability study support, please don't hesitate to contact the Study Counsellor, Eva Nilsson.

Learn more: Disability study support.

Study counselling

Eva Nilsson

Study Counsellor

+46 31-786 11 89

studentcounselling@pol.gu.se

You can turn to Eva Nilsson if you need disability study support, wish to have previous education credited, or need to take a study break or withdraw from your studies. With Eva, you can also discuss your future and plan your career.

Angelica Thell

Study Counsellor

+46 31-786 44 45

exchange@pol.gu.se

If you need help selecting exchange studies and exploring our double degree programme, contact Angelica Thell for personalized guidance. The double degree programme provides you with the opportunity to study in Konstanz, Germany, or Chapel Hill, USA for a year.

Student groups

There are two student groups exclusively for those studying European Studies: SG Europa and Brännpunkt Europa. SG Europa ensures you have a rewarding, safe, and fun time studying at the University of Gothenburg. Brännpunkt Europa organizes lectures with both researchers and top politicians. 

Learn more:

• SG Europa
• Brännpunkt Europa

• Student unions and associations.