Master in European Studies – EUROSUD track

The Master 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 knowledge of European integration and to develop their critical thinking on European issues. It will also enable students to interact with practitioners in European affairs and to begin their integration into the professional world.

Objective of the EUROSUD track

The EUROSUD track is part of the Master's programme in South European Studies, an international programme organised jointly by a consortium of universities that are members of the CIVIS Alliance. 

The specialisation offers a focus on the Southern European Region. It allows students to obtain a multiple degree from the ULB, the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) and the Sapienza Università di Roma (SUR). Students spend the first year of the Master’s programme in Madrid and the second year in Brussels and Rome. The programme is taught entirely in English. 

The programme will focus on the Mediterranean basin, a region with a distinct identity and a central role in European and global affairs. It is an in-depth multidisciplinary course on the political, economic and social dynamics of Southern Europe. The Brussels-based course focuses on the European Union, its public policies and institutions. The aim is to help students better understand the role of the EU in the dynamics and transformations that characterise Southern Europe. 

Eligible profiles:

Holders of a Bachelor's degree with a background in political science, other social sciences (law, public administration, sociology, anthropology, international relations, European studies or area studies, economics or business) or other disciplines such as history, geography, literature, languages or journalism are best suited to the programme. 
The application period is currently open until 1 September 2025. 
Interested candidates are invited to consult the dedicated page on the website of the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. 

Programme structure

The EUROSUD programme at the IEE-ULB is organised as follows: 

• Year 1: Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), 60 ECTS 
• Year 2: Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB), 30 ECTS and Sapienza Università di Roma (SUR), 30 ECTS. 

Other study paths are possible with partner universities in the CIVIS Alliance. For more information, please visit: Master's programme in South European Studies – CIVIS - A European University Alliance. 

Career opportunities

Students can consider as many different careers as there are professions in Europe. In addition, the EUROSUD programme allows students to develop real regional expertise, preparing them for international or European careers focused on the Mediterranean area or Southern Europe in a broader sense. 

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 the programme

• Allows students to follow an international study path in three universities (Madrid, Brussels and Rome) and obtain a multiple degree;
• Explores complex developments through various theoretical and methodological approaches from the humanities and social sciences;
• Allows students to acquire unrivalled regional expertise, a solid foundation in international affairs and advanced professional and research skills;
• Helps students get ready for international careers, such as researcher in a research institute, international think- tank, government organisation, European institutions or a career as a policy advisor (national ministry, local government or government organisation), lobbyist and consultant. 

How to apply:
The application period is currently open until 1 September 2025, according to the procedure described on Universidad Autónoma de Madrid website.