Master en Histoire Européenne Contemporaine
University of LuxembourgProgram Overview
The Master en Histoire Européenne Contemporaine at University of Luxembourg is a Master programme in Humanities taught in English, French, German over 24 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 Master en Histoire Européenne Contemporaine programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Luxembourg 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, French, German
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master en Histoire Européenne Contemporaine 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
- Doing historical research with computers
- Concepts of changes in the ancient world
- The talking death: the material culture of death
- Jewish responses to anti-Semitism and persecution in 20th century Europe
- Theories and narratives of European integration
- Digital History
- Europe and its Others (15th to 18th century)
- Being crazy in Luxembourg (19th and 20th century)
- A world connecting and disconnecting? A global history of Europe
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The master\'s programme is open to students with a good Bachelors degree or equivalent (at least three years of higher education in accordance with the Bologna prerequisites) in history. Students from related disciplines such as geography, sociology, anthropology, political sciences, economic, literary studies etc. are encouraged to apply.
Main criteria for selection
- Proven interest in high level academic research.
- Good knowledge of written and spoken English and French. Knowledge of German too is considered an advantage.
- Practical experience in international/European research contexts (e.g. internships, BA theses) will be considered an advantage.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Luxembourg 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 University of Luxembourg
University of Luxembourg
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
TheUniversity of Luxembourg(French:Université du Luxembourg;German:Universität Luxemburg;Luxembourgish:Universitéit Lëtzebuerg) is apublicresearch universityinEsch-sur-AlzetteandLuxembourg City,...
University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English, French, German
- Duration 24 months
