Double Degree-Option - Universitat Pompeu Fabra Barcelona
Exchange Option in the Master Program Politics and Public Administration
The Department of Politics and Public Administration of the University of Konstanz, Germany and the Department of Political and Social Sciences of the Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona, Spain are offering a double degree programme European Master of Government. Students will be studying one year at each institution and will receive a Master's degree from each institution.
Every year up to 20 students are admitted to the programme. Students benefit from:
- Studying at two of the most distinguished Departments of Political Science in Europe
- Highly qualified professors and teaching staff
- Small seminars
- Preparation for an academic career or additional studies
- Learning the skills to work in either the public or private sector
Perspectives
Students of the MA programme "European Master of Government" achieve excellent education from two institutions known for outstanding research and teaching. They profit from conditions which make a successful and enriching course of studies possible: personal support, good infrastructure, small classes and a combination of research and teaching, including excellent libraries. And, of course, from the locations of their unique settings on the Lake Constance and the Mediterranean Sea.
In this way, the graduates of the programme "European Master of Government" are prepared to do academic work as well as finish their thesis.
At the same time, the opportunity for working in international organizations, national administrations or even in private industry is open to them. Many personal contacts on all levels and through the Alumni support in both institutions can be very helpful at the start of their career.
Study Conditions
One year of study at the University of Konstanz, one year of study at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra. Studies can be started at either one of participating universities.
Degree: Master of Arts 'European Master in Government' (University of Konstanz) and 'Master of Research in Political Sciences' (Universitat Pompeu Fabra).
There are three fields of specialisation. You will chose one field of specialisation.
- Political Behaviour (PB)
- International Relations and European Integration (IREI)
- Public Policy and Comparative Politics (PPCP)
Language: English
Tuition Fees
All students are enrolled at the University of Konstanz for the whole duration of their studies. Enrolled students pay an administrative fee of € 179 per semester at the University of Konstanz during the entire study time. Students that do not hold the citizenship of an EU or EEU member state have to pay an additional tuition fee of € 1500 per semester. The most relevant information about these fees have been collected on the website of the Student Service Centre at the University of Konstanz.
Universitat Pompeu Fabra: approximately 1800 Euro per year for EEU students; approximately 5800 Euro for non-EEU students, plus fees for issuing the degree certificate (approx. 218,15 €). More information can be found here.
Scholarships and Financial Support
Students admitted by the University of Konstanz are eligible for a monthly DAAD-scholarship during the study period abroad. In addition, they can apply for financial aid from the German state, 'Ausland-Bafög'.