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European Culture and Economy (EСUΕ)
(Starting: Winter Semester)
- Starting
- Winter Semester
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction
- Application:
- directly at university
- Study Mode:
- On campus
Course Description
Dive into the interdisciplinary and international MA degree program, ECUE, at Ruhr-Universität Bochum. With over 20 years of excellence, the program offers a deep understanding of Europe, encompassing European Policy, Economy, Society, and Culture in both current and historical contexts. As you explore the convergences and divergences of the European realm, you'll be equipped for careers in international sectors, research, and more.
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in multiple combinations of social and/or political science, economics, humanities, or in cultural studies. You can check all the combinations accepted in the course page.
Required ECTS crеdits: 180.
From very good to excellent academic degree (final degree: minimum 2.3 according to the German grading systеm).
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
EnglishApplication & Admission
Application Deadlines
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(Starting: October)
Germany
Another EU Country
Rest of the worldApplication Procedure & Selection
Application Documents
During the online application process, you have to upload:
- Certified copy of your BA certificate.
- Transcript of records (course overview with information on CPs/ECTS, study achievements with grades, and information on the weighting of modules grades and examinations).
- Application essay as pdf with file name ECUE_application essay_family name (see further details on the course page).
- English language certificate (see language requirements).
- for applicants from China, Vietnam, and Mongolia: valid certificate from the German Embassy (Academic Assessment Office, APS).
- If available, proof of semester abroad (either by a transcript of records or a separate official document).
- If available, proof of internship with a duration of at least six weeks (copy of the professional internship certificatе).
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