Program Overview
The History: European History and Civilisation at Leiden University is a MA programme in Engineering 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 engineering. 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 History: European History and Civilisation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands 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 7
- Tuition: EUR 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the History: European History and Civilisation programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Europaeum \x96 Historiography
- Introduction to the History of States and Nations in Europe
- Transatlantic Relations and Identities
- Europe through the Ages/The historic foundations of Europe: identities and civilizations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from a university, equivalent to the level of a Dutch academic bachelor\xc2\x92s degree, with good results.
- Knowledge, understanding and skills comparable to those acquired upon graduating from the Bachelor\xc2\x92s programme in History from Leiden University, specifically:
- Ability to conduct independent empirical research.
- Ability to read academic literature and reflect critically on it.
- Knowledge of general history and the ability to present findings (based on a critical reading of the literature or based on empirical research) in a systematic and analytical manner.
- Ability to write a thesis with proper references to the literature.
- In their previous education applicants should have acquired knowledge and skills that are relevant to the theme of the specialisation MA Europaeum: European History and Civilisation: Leiden-Oxford-Paris Programme.
- Sufficient command of English (IELTS 7.0, TOEFL 100 (internet-based) or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)). For a list of exceptions, see the website on language requirements.
- Reading knowledge of French and German is preferred.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Leiden 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 Leiden University
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
Leiden University 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- Application Deadline 2004-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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