Program Overview
The European Master in Government at Pompeu Fabra University is a Master programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. 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 European Master in Government programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Spain and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 3,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the European Master in Government 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
- ["EMiG students choose one of three fields of specialization: Political Behaviour, International Relations and European Integration, or Public Policy and Comparative Politics. They choose courses corresponding to their field of specialization, in agreement with the director of the Master\'s degree.", \'The final master thesis is worth 30 ECTS points (compared to 20 ECTS for the Master of Research in Political Science).\', \'In the year spent at Pompeu Fabra, students choose their courses among those offered for the Master of Research in Political Science (the list of courses is available here). There are no compulsory classes for EMiG students, though it is strongly recommended that 1st year EMiG students take all compulsory classes of the Master of Research in Political Science.\', \'Students who start the EMiG programme at Pompeu Fabra University take twelve 5-ECTS courses at UPF in the first year. In the second year they move to Konstanz, where they take four courses (one 9-ECTS course and three 7-ECTS courses) plus the final Master Thesis (30 ECTS).\', \'Students who start the EMiG programme in Konstanz take eight courses (two 9-ECTS courses and six 7-ECTS courses) in the first year. In the second year, they move to Barcelona, where they take six 5-ECTS courses plus the final Master Thesis (30 ECTS).\', \'The list of courses offered by the University of Konstanz can be found on their website.\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Official undergraduate degree/diploma and the corresponding academic transcript, with the average grade at your home university.
Curriculum Vitae in English.
Proof of English language (level B2.2). You can find here a list of equivalences for various certificates and courses.
A letter of motivation in English stating the candidate\'s interest in following the master\'s programme (maximum length: 2 pages).
Two letters of recommendation (both academic).
A copy of your Identity Card or Passport.
Applications are made online, and are possible during four periods (with deadlines in January, March, May, and June, respectively). All the information about the admission calendar and process can be found in the admissions website.
If you have any questions regarding the Master of Research in Political Science or the application procedure, you can contact Cristina S\xc3\xa1nchez (departament.cpis@upf.edu) for administrative queries or Javier Arregui (javier.arregui@upf.edu) for academic inquiries.
Applying to a double degree programme
Students interested in applying for a double degree programme must follow the standard application procedure for the Master of Research in Political Science. In their letter of motivation, they should however mention explicitly for which double degree programme they are applying.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 3,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 3,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Pompeu Fabra University 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 Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Barcelona, Spain
Universitat Pompeu Fabra is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months