European Studies: Language, Literature, Culture

Bachelor of Arts

The BA European Studies program is characterized by a conscientious focus on European cultural traditions and a linguistic, literary, and cultural studies orientation. It provides academically-sound, orienting knowledge about cultural commonalities and differences in Europe, about the self-perception and perception of non- European cultures, and about the intertwining of European and non-European cultures. It focuses on European encounters and experiences, cultural contact, and cultural conflict as focal points of intercultural learning through an in-depth study of Western European Cultures.

Chair Responsible for the Degree Program

• Chair of English Literary Studies

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For the review and further development of the study programs offered and the analysis of the study conditions at KU, various surveys are conducted university-wide in addition to statistical figures (student and examination statistics).

• Quality Management
• Graduate Surveys

Documents

Reading List European Studies

Stylesheet for the Completion of Academic Papers

Guidelines for Writing the Internship Report

Guide to the BA Thesis

Other

Course of Studies Plan (valid until start of studies WiSe 19/20)

Checklist Certificate (valid until the start ofstudies WiSe 19/20)

Publication Series from Eichstätt European Studies

Publication Series "Eichstätter Europastudien"

Since 2005, edited volumes and monographs have been published in the series Eichstätter Europastudien (publisher: Königshausen & Neumann). A complete list of publications can be found here.

Recent publications in the series:

"Strange Visions of Outlandish Things" : Kulturelle Selbst- und Fremdwahrnehmungen in der englischsprachigen Literatur
Nate, Richard
Würzburg: Königshausen & Neumann, 2023. - 272 S. - (Eichstätter Europastudien; 8)
ISBN 9783826077128

Wessex: Landscapes, Histories and Identities
Eds.: Pickering, Andrew; Wiedemann, Julia
Würzburg: Königshausen & Neumann, 2024. - 153 S. - (Eichstätter Europastudien; 7)
ISBN 9783862075209

Information about the Required Internship

The required internship is an element of the Bachelor’s program in European Studies. Scopes of this internship focus on the development of self-learning skills, development of communication and presentation skills, as well as the connection between academic and professional environment. The internship, which can be completed both in Germany and abroad, should be at least eight weeks long and should provide students with an overview of professional tasks as well as with additional professional qualifications. In the past, students have completed internships, for example, in the European Parliament, in museums, at car manufacturers, in tourist information centers, and in German embassies abroad.

A list of completed internships is available here in PDF-format.

Useful information for an internship abroad can be found on the pages of the International Office.

The links on this page are intended to help you in your search for an internship.

Praktika EU/International

• Europa-Kontakt: Internships etc. in European Institutions
• EU: Traineeships
• Traineeships in the European Parliament
• DAAD: Internships with European/International Organizations
• EBD - Europäische Bewegung Deutschland: Internships and Study Visits
• European Employment Service

Funding Opportunities 

• KU Service Center for International Internships: Funding opportunities
• Scholarship: e-fellows.net
• Scholarship Database of the DAAD

Information about the Semester Abroad

Studying abroad represents an essential component of the course of studies and forms a pillar in the extension of competences and experiences.

For those who do not know where to go yet, here is another service available online: an interactive map for finding the right place for new experiences.

You can find all information about studying abroad on the website of the International Office: https://www.ku.de/en/international/ku-students/study-stays-abroad

Besides some general hints and tips for preparation, there is an overview of the different programs (Worldwide, Erasmus+, Faculty-owned) with all information about prerequisites, possible partner universities, application deadlines, etc. Furthermore, there is also information on short programs, funding and academic recognition.

Please note that studying abroad requires a long preparation period. Therefore, attend the information sessions at the beginning of the second semester and get advice from the International Office. Your contact person for all questions regarding studying abroad: Ms. Stephany Koujou - outgoing(at)ku.de 

For questions and clarifications, please contact us or the departmental student group. The members of the departmental student group can offer interesting and useful tips and tricks from students for students. Furthermore, they can put you in touch with fellow students who have experience abroad.

Information on Accreditation

Information on admission and accreditation can be obtained from the Central Office for Admission and Accreditation.

Departmental Student Group

Who are we?

We, the Departmental Student Group of the European Studies Program, are students from all semesters in the Bachelor and Master programs. We are available to support the program on a voluntary basis.

What do we do?

First and foremost, we are the students’ reference persons for all kinds of questions and problems concerning studies and everyday university life. As a link between the students and lecturers, we represent the wishes and concerns of the European Studies students of all semesters. You are also welcome to contact us with suggestions, ideas or proposals for improvement of the study program.

Secondly, the departmental student group is responsible for the organization of events taking place during the semester. In order to maintain communication within the study program, we organize regular gatherings and a Christmas party, to which both lecturers and members of the European Studies Alumni Association are truly welcome. Additional events include a waffle sale, the Euro-Party and the Euro BBQ Party.

We also attach great importance to welcoming and introducing the first semester students. To this end, we plan a freshman week every year with different initiatives and activities that are intended to support the first semester students in beginning their university studies upon their arrival in Eichstätt.

In addition to this, we are also the contact persons for all prospective students!

How can you reach us?

You can reach us per email at fachgruppe-europastudien(at)ku.de.

For the latest news from the degree program, you can find us on Instagram (Europastudien.Eichstätt) or on Facebook (Europastudien Eichstätt).

Alumni of Eichstätt European Studies

In order to stay in contact after graduation and to build networks, the association of “Alumni of Eichstätt European Studies” was founded on August 1, 2007.

What are the goals of the Alumni Association?

The Alumni of European Studies in Eichstätt are organized as a non-profit association, which is committed to the well-being of all members and for mutual assistance. The association supports the projects of European Studies, organizes guest lectures and is involved in advanced training events. Proposals for concrete funding opportunities are most welcome.

Through the Alumni Association, a network is established between former and current students of European Studies. This network aims at maintaining contact beyond the program and the university. With this perspective, and through the commitment of the members of the association, the notoriety of the degree program is increased and the interest in it is raised.

What does the Alumni Association offer?

• Networking with other graduates of Eichstätt European Studies
• Contact with the alma mater beyond studies
• Opportunities for civic engagement.

The Association management is available here to answer any questions: alumni.euro.ei(at)googlemail.com.