European Studies: Language, Literature, Culture

Master of Arts

In a more in-depth way, the Masters in European Studies works with the cultural periods of Europe and the European approach to other, non-European cultures. The research orientation is a central aspect of this degree program.

Chair Responsible for the Degree Program

• Chair for English Literary Studies

Figures

Together with statistical analysis on the exams and on the students, several surveys are conducted university-wide. This allows the verification and the continuous development of the offer of the Degree Program as well the analysis of the condition of studies at the KU.

• Quality Management
• Graduate Surveys

Documents

Reading List European Studies

Stylesheet for the Completion of Academic Papers

Guide for the Completion of the Internship Report

Other

Plan of Course of Studies (valid until beginning of studies WiSe 2019/20)

Information for Applications

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 recently introduced internship represents a new element of the Master’s program of 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 in Germany or abroad, should be at least 4 weeks long and should provide the student with an overview of professional tasks as well as with additional professional qualifications. In the past, students of the BA in European Studies have made internships 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 website 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.

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 first 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 and for the students. Furthermore, they can put you in touch with fellow students who have experience abroad.

Information about Accreditation

Information about 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 program of European Studies, are students from all semesters of the Bachelor and Master program. 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 about the 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. Feel free to contact us to share your input, ideas and proposals for the improvement of the 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 . 

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

Alumni of European Studies in Eichstätt

In order to stay in contact after graduation and to build networks, the association of “Alumni of European Studies in Eichstätt” 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 organization, which is committed to the wellbeing 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 in 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.