BA European Studies

Major in European Studies

The European Studies major is a flexible, interdisciplinary program for students who are interested in a wide range of subjects with a common European theme. The major draws upon Webster University’s strengths in history, international relations, literature and the arts, business and communications.

Students on the European Studies programme are required to spend at least one term of study at Webster University’s campus in either Leiden, Geneva, Vienna or the USA.

Skills Obtained:

broad knowledge of European affairs
theoretical understanding of global issues
designing policy solutions
effective oral and written communication
public speaking
critical thinking
analytical skills
research methodology
Speaking a foreign language

Benefits of studying European Studies at RAC London:

Use of London as a classroom with "field trips" to many archive houses and Parliament.
Exclusive discounted membership to Chatham House.
Participation in the Model United Nations.
Participation in the Webster Geneva campus' annual Humanitarian Conference, which features speakers such as the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.
Renowned guest lecturers and visiting professors.
Academics with a wealth of experience both within academia and in practice.
Involvement with Regent's College Speaker Series, welcoming renowned guest lecturers who speak on current topics in international relations.
International student body providing an exciting forum to discuss international problems within the classroom.
Study abroad opportunity with other international Webster campuses in the USA, Europe and Asia.
Opportunity to complement major with a minors in Political Science, History, Public Relations and all other majors on offer.

Potential Career Opportunities:

Graduates of this program will be well-equipped for international careers in business, the arts, and government service or graduate study in a range of professional and liberal arts fields.

Our graduates from the BA in European Studies degree have found employment in

Government departments and agencies
Policy advisors
International organisations
International business
Journalism
Nonprofit sector
Law
International media

Degree Curriculum

12 credit hours: European History and Politics
12 credit hours: European Commerce and Communications
12 credit hours: European Arts and Expression
27 credit hours: General education
65 credit hours: Electives
128 credit hours: Total

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