Is European Studies at University of Passau online or in-person?

European Studies at University of Passau is offered in-person.

How long does European Studies at University of Passau take to complete?

European Studies at University of Passau is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.

What GPA is required for European Studies at University of Passau?

Per the program's published guidance: 2.5 (German system)

What work-permit options follow European Studies at University of Passau?

Post-completion work rights for European Studies at University of Passau: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

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University of Passau

European Studies

Last verified against the official program page on May 5, 2026.

Passau, DEMAIn-person2 yearsGerman

120

Credits

€75.00

App fee

European Studies at University of Passau is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Passau, DE.

About the program

Cross-disciplinary programme combining humanities and social sciences focusing on European culture, history, intercultural communication, linguistics, media studies, history, sociology, political science, geography, art history, East Central European studies, and philosophy. Includes specialised foreign language training in nine European languages.

Focus: coursework

Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026: 601–800

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Deadlines

Winter 2026

Jul 15, 2026

Summer 2027

Jan 15, 2027

Standardized tests

TOEFL

required

Min A C1 level is required if English is chosen as the foreign language for certification.

IELTS

required

Min A C1 level is required if English is chosen as the foreign language for certification.

After the program

Post-study work rights

18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

€11,952.00

Annual living cost

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Frequently asked questions

Is European Studies at University of Passau online or in-person?: European Studies at University of Passau is offered in-person.
How long does European Studies at University of Passau take to complete?: European Studies at University of Passau is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
What GPA is required for European Studies at University of Passau?: Per the program's published guidance: 2.5 (German system)
What work-permit options follow European Studies at University of Passau?: Post-completion work rights for European Studies at University of Passau: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)