European Studies

The University of Essex

Qualification

Degree

Length

4 yrs

UK fees / yr

£9,535

Study

Full-time

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About this course

Examine Europe's economic, legal, and sociological context, as well as its historical origins whilst acquiring an understanding of Europe's cultural traditions Please be aware that this course is temporarily suspended for the 2026-27 academic year. Switch on the news any day of the week, or pick up just about any national newspaper, and you will be sure to come across an item on Europe. It is clear that the future of Europe is a geo-political question of profound importance for the future of the world we live in.

Yet, few of us truly understand the complex phenomenon that is modern Europe. You'll examine Europe's economic, legal, and sociological context, as well as its historical origins whilst acquiring an understanding of Europe's rich cultural traditions. The artists, writers, musicians, composers and film-makers of Europe have exerted a cultural influence that even now is not eclipsed by the dominance of America on the world's stage.

Based within our School of Philosophical, Historical and Interdisciplinary Studies , European studies is a subject that approaches the complex idea of Europevia a wide range of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences. We have expertise in modern languages, literature, film, history of art, history, politics and sociology, with experienced staff in all disciplines. Our four-year course means that you can spend your third year in Europe, learning a second language and immersing yourself in European cultures.

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The grades students arrived with

64-79 pts10%

80-95 pts15%

96-111 pts5%

112-127 pts15%

128-143 pts10%

144-159 pts5%

160-175 pts5%

192-207 pts5%

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