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    European Studies (research)

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    Maastricht, NLMScIn-person2 years
    €43,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    33%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    16
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    €75.00
    App fee

    European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Maastricht, NL. Tuition is €43,000.

    About the program

    The program focuses on research into the politics and policies of the European Union and the wider historical and international contexts of European integration. It combines political science and international relations with history and sociology, offering specializations in histories of European integration, democracy and representation in Europe, and Europe and the world.

    Focus: research

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    1 year Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)

    €12,100.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht cost?
    The total estimated tuition for European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht is €43,000 across 120 required credits.
    Is European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht online or in-person?
    European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht is offered in-person.
    How long does European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht take to complete?
    European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How competitive is European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht?
    European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht reports an acceptance rate of approximately 33%.
    How large is the European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht cohort?
    European Studies (research) at Universiteit Maastricht typically enrolls around 16 students per cohort.