MA European Culture and Economy (ECUE)

The study programme is structured to provide for interdisciplinary studies; social, political science and cultural studies disciplines actively interface with economic disciplines. In this content, the study programme focuses on the international context, and in particular on the European context. The lead faculty for the Master's programme is the Faculty of Social Science. The programme also involves the Faculties of Economics, History, Philology and the Faculty of Philosophy and Education. This approach guarantees a wide-ranging selection of courses and course contents. The study focus encompasses both interdisciplinary and disciplinary courses. The programme offers basic modules (first study year) in: Philosophy and European Law European Economic History Culture and Language European Economics European Policy and European Society Empirical Research Methods A specialisation in two of the above-mentioned fields takes place during the second year of study. In addition, a special research seminar is offered in combination with a four-day excursion to Brussels. It is possible to integrate a two- to three-month internship during the second year of study. The programme is structured into: an introductory colloquium with intercultural training five basic modules and two modules on research methods two specialisation modules (or one specialisation module + internship) and a module on research analysis + four-day excursion to Brussels a final colloquium and Master's thesis Each module consists of two study components (e.g. seminars or lectures). There are 20 in total. In the specialisation modules the courses can be chosen freely. Each module will be completed with an examination. The interdisciplinary interconnection and the preparation for the Master's thesis will be discussed in the final colloquium. The Master's exam (Master's thesis) takes place in the fourth study semester. The ECUE Office offers individual academic guidance and counselling as well as non-academic support with formalities, buddy-programme, etc. Seminars and tutoring sessions in small groups are organised especially for students of the ECUE Master's programme. Furthermore, the teaching staff offers extra consultation hours and academic support. PDF Download