Program Overview
The East European Studies (EES Online) at Freie Universität Berlin is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the East European Studies (EES Online) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 5
- Tuition: EUR 5,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,950 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the East European Studies (EES Online) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction
- Disciplines
- Practice
- Multidisciplinarity
- Master Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- You have a genuine interest in East European Studies and a strong motivation to work in a challenging and intercultural environment.
- You hold a first university degree (BA, MA, Diploma, state examination, etc.), preferably in, but not limited to, political sciences, humanities, or social sciences, including law and economics.
- You are fluent in English.
- You have reliable access to adequate electronic equipment in particular, internet access and a computer capable of working with multimedia course materials.
- You have at least one year of relevant postgraduate work experience and want to take the next step in your career.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 5,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,950 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 5,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,950 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Freie Universit\xc3\xa4t Berlin directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Freie Universität Berlin
Freie Universität Berlin
Berlin, Germany
public research university in Berlin, Germany
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
