Bachelor European Studies

Now that European borders are fading, there is a growing demand in the international labour market for graduates who know from personal experience what it means to study and work in an international environment. People who can communicate fluently in various European languages; for whom the political and economic structures in Europe have no secrets; professionals who can manage cultural differences and who can be widely employed because of their extensive knowledge in the fields of international communication. Although it may be hard to believe that all of this is covered in just one study programme, this is just so in European Studies.

To prepare you even better for the international labour market, to offer you an international learning environment and to facilitate a possible transfer to an interesting Master's programme abroad, European Studies is fully taught in English. After completing this four-year (full-time) study programme, you will have a Bachelor's degree in European Studies.

European Studies in Maastricht is the right choice of study for you if this has aroused your interest because it is the perfect preparation for a successful career in an international working environment.

Two languages

You will study two European languages. English is compulsory for everyone. As your second language, you can choose French, German or Spanish. If you choose Spanish as your second language, no prior knowledge of the language is required. You will get a practical, hands-on approach to the language training that makes you able to express yourself fluently, both orally and in writing. Every language course also discusses the culture in the areas in which this language is spoken. Doing business with a Frenchman or negotiating with an Englishman, makes a world of difference!

Location

You find Zuyd University of Applied Sciences in the southernmost part of the Netherlands, wedged between Germany and Belgium. Discover this crossroads of countries, cultures and languages, where an international and vibrant learning environment awaits. The European capitals of Amsterdam, Brussels, London and Paris are on your doorstep.

Outstanding training

At Zuyd, you can look forward to getting your international career off to a great start. You will receive outstanding training for a senior or managerial position. Zuyd’s project-based learning method allows you to work in small groups of no more than 15 students, supported by a tutor. This method encourages you to actively participate in group discussions and to enhance your problem-solving skills.

Small-scale and personal

Zuyd offers you a small-scale, intimate learning environment with all the benefits of a larger institution. Despite being one of the largest UAS’s in the country, all of Zuyd’s faculties are relatively small, tight-knit communities, where you find a personal and welcoming atmosphere. Lectures are interactive, with room for personal guidance as well as the freedom to develop into a skilled and creative professional.