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During this programme, you will: 

• Study European politics, law, economics, and culture from diverse perspectives 

• Gain two MA degrees from UL and Europa-Universität Flensburg 

• Develop language skills to navigate Europe’s multilingual landscape 

• Experience life in two distinct European countries 

• Prepare for careers in international, governmental, and non-governmental sectors 

• Benefit from a strategic international partnership

• Complete full-time in two years 

• Delivered on campus 

• Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters 

• Submit a thesis at the end of the final semester 

You will learn through a blend of: 

• Lectures, workshops, and hands-on activities 

• Reflective practice and guided research 

• Regular feedback from faculty and peers 

Year 1 at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ 

Autumn Semester 

Core module:  

• develops an understanding of how the European Union formulates and adopts policies and the institutions involved in the policy-making process. 

Electives – select from 2 modules from 2 different areas:   

Area 1: European Politics and Governance 

Area 2: European Law 

Area 3: European Cultural Studies 

Skills Electives – choose 1:  

Spring Semester 

Electives – select from 3 modules from 2 different areas: 

Area 1: European Politics and Governance 

Area 2: European Law 

Area 3: European Cultural Studies 

Skills Electives – choose 1: 

Year 2 at Europa-Universität Flensburg 

Autumn Semester 

Electives – select a total of 30 credits 

Area 1: Political and Legal Europe 

• Current Topics in EU Law and Politics (10 credits)
• External Relations of the EU (5 credits) 

Area 2: Societal and Economic Europe 

• Transformation of European Economies (5 credits)
• Challenges to European Society (10 credits) 

Area 3: European Ideas and Diversity 

• Social and Political Philosophy of Europe (10 credits)
• Cultural Diversity in Europe (5 credits) 

Spring Semester 

• MA Thesis (30 credits)
• Research Colloquium
• Optional study trip to Brussels 

Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.  

For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s  

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant discipline.  

• The university may shortlist and invite you to an interview. 

Other Entry Considerations: 

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme. 

At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. 

International students: 

• Entry requirements for international students
• English language requirements
• For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students.
• You will need a separate visa for Germany to complete Year 2. If your visa is unsuccessful, you may exit the programme after Year 1 with a Graduate Diploma in European Studies (NFQ Level 9).
• Visa information for Flensburg
• Blocked account information 

Checklist of documents: 

• *Academic transcripts and certificates (translated if needed)
  • UL graduates only need to provide their student ID number
• Copy of your birth certificate or passport
• Copy of your CV
• Letter of motivation
• English language competency certificate 

English Language: 

• English Language Competency certificate
• For details on accepted language qualifications visit English Language Requirements 

Guidelines on Completing your Application  

• To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
  • Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist. 
  • Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc. 
• *If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying.

Year 1 at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ

EU - €TBC

Non-EU - €18,600 

Year 2 at Europa-Universität Flensburg

• EU and non-EU: €554 administrative fee (subject to change) 

Annual fees are billed by semester. Once registered, students may be eligible to apply for a monthly payment plan.  

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie). 

Funding 

Find further information on funding and scholarships.

This course can lead to the following sectors and careers:  

• EU
• UN agencies
• Diplomatic service
• National government administration
• Non-governmental organisations
• Consultancies
• Multinational companies 

Jule Haiges M.A. in European Studies 

"Choosing the MA in European Studies at the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ and Europa-Universität Flensburg was a truly enriching experience. Studying in two different countries, alongside classmates from all over the world, gave me a unique and international perspective on the key challenges facing Europe and the EU today. The interdisciplinary approach made the programme both engaging and relevant. After graduating, I had the incredible opportunity to complete a traineeship at the Council of the European Union, where I saw EU decision-making in action and was able to apply what I had learned in a real-world setting. If you're passionate about Europe and eager to explore it from both academic and practical angles, this programme is a fantastic choice."  

Still Curious?  

The team regularly host and take part in webinars to support future students. If you would like to learn more or ask questions at an online information session, click below. 

Online Information Sessions