Government functions

Most students choose to follow the European Studies Master’s programme after they have received their Bachelor’s degree. European Studies graduates can be found in all positions with a European dimension. Most of them (about 60%) end up in government functions, either at national level or at sub-national level (municipalities, provinces, Länder). Because of the impact of Europe on national regulations and policies, knowledge of how Europe works is needed more than ever before. Other graduates find a job at one of the many institutions of the European Union or obtain a staff position at another international organisation. Some other graduates find a job as a researcher. They investigate European issues within a research institute, university, private enterprise or governmental research department.

Business or consultancy

About 40% chooses a career in business or consultancy. Many policy decisions in national and international business have a European dimension for which European expertise is needed. You can also pursue a career in journalism or science. In general, knowledge of the EU’s inner workings has become a key requirement for many jobs, and – with the increasing complexity of the European system – the demand for specialists in this field continues to grow. This explains why about 95% of the graduates of the Master’s programme all find a suitable job within three months.

Whether you choose to work for the government, join the research departments in organizations, enter the business world or go into European politics, exciting prospects await you!

Examples

What can you do with your degree in the future? A few examples:

Policy Official with the European Union

You could become a policy official with the European Commission. Your duties would include preparing policy decisions in one of the many fields of activity, such as agriculture, human rights or sustainable development.

Municipal Subsidy Adviser

With a degree in European Studies you could also work for a city council. You would figure out which European subsidy schemes could be used, taking legal, economic and political aspects into account.

Campaign Manager for a lobby association

What about being a campaign manager for an international organisation such as Greenpeace or Amnesty International? European Studies can also give you the right background for that. In such a job you would make use of the opportunities offered by European legislation to help create a better world.

Junior International Business Consultant

Another option would be to become a manager of an international group of companies. You would know how the European markets operate and which rules a major company must observe. Your knowledge and understanding would enable you to take sound business decisions.