Euroculture: University of Groningen

About the programme

This unique, multilingual, interdisciplinary and interuniversity programme aims to prepare graduates for professions and research areas in which knowledge of present-day Europe and the European Union institutions is of relevance. The focus of the programme is on cultural and social developments, the political process of European integration, values, citizenship and cultural identity. The programme teaches students the methods and skills required to identify the European dimensions of social problems, to collect and process relevant information about European institutions and organizations, and to reflect on the cultural aspects and factors that play a role in the process of European identity formation and European integration.

Career prospects

The Euroculture programme provides its students with knowledge about European institutions and current discussions and their practical implications regarding European culture(s) and the European integration process. The programme is highly relevant for students who wish to pursue a career in teaching, journalism, business and religious or governmental institutions (local, regional, national or international).

Admission requirments

The Euroculture programme is open to students who hold an internationally recognized Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Humanities or Social Sciences from an accredited university. When not applying for a scholarship programme, final-year students may also apply, submitting an up-to-date transcript of records to the Admissions Office.

The English language requirement is a minimum TOEFL score of 92 (internet-based), 580 (paper-based) or 237 (computer-based), or an overall IELTS score of 6.5.