The Master's in European Studies is a two-year (120 credits) programme of excellence focusing on the European Union. 

The programme aims to provide students with a solid understanding of European integration and to develop their critical thinking skills with regard to European issues. It will also enable students to interact with European affairs practitioners and begin their integration into the professional world. 

Objective of the European Politics specialisation 

The European Politics specialisation focuses on the institutions and policies of the European Union. Rooted in cutting-edge research and the world of practitioners, it offers a rich programme covering European policy-making and political actors in the Union, in connection with developments in European societies. It also covers relations between Member States and the role of the Union and its policies internationally. 

Programme structure 

The European Politics specialisation is taught in English and French. 

The Master's programme includes a common module of courses in the fundamental disciplines of European studies (history, law, economics, political science, international relations), as well as courses specific to the European Politics specialisation.  

All students will also take a research methodology seminar to help them prepare their dissertation, as well as a professionalisation module (including a seminar and an internship) designed to support them in their transition from academia to the job market. 

Career opportunities 

Students can consider as many different careers as there are professions in Europe. 

These include, among others: 

  • consultancy firms
  • private or public interest groups (large companies, NGOs, European associations, etc.) 
  • journalism, communication, culture 
  • international, European, national, regional or local institutions 
  • research 

Added value of this programme

  • A solid interdisciplinary education focused on developing critical thinking and civic debate, provided by a teaching staff specialising in Europe
  • A privileged location in Brussels, at the heart of intense European and international political activity
  • The label of the Institute for European Studies, one of the oldest Jean Monnet centres (1964), recognised as a forum for public dialogue with European practitioners and a guarantor of a tradition of excellence
  • A multicultural and multilingual social environment with a diverse student and teaching body 

More information: 

Full Master's programme 

Admission requirements 

Online application form 

Who to contact ? 

Questions about admission requirements or your application: Faculty of Philosophy and Social Sciences or info.phisoc@ulb.be 

Any other questions? The student office can help you: Yousra.Chahboun@ulb.be. 


Academic coordinator: Amandine Crespy