Master

Global Policy and Governance Challenges

Global Policy and Governance Challenges focusses on the changing global environment and relations between Europe and the rest of the world. You will address contemporary problems like international migration and international development, and what they imply for Europe, neighbouring countries and the Global South. The specialisation is anchored in international relations and comparative politics. You will look at EU relationships with other (emerging) global players and other regional organisations. The relations between Europe and the rest of the world are studied against the backdrop of a growing interdependence between countries, but also the global power shift characterised by the rise of the BRICS. Special attention is paid to non-European perspectives on solutions to global challenges and to the institutions supporting global governance.

Global Policy and Governance Challenges is one specialisation in the Master European Studies. Discover also our other specialisations:

Fast facts

Truly international: students from more than 18 countries
Learn from expert lecturers and professionals in the field
Small study groups of max 15 students
1-year, full-time master’s, taught in English
Starts in September
Weekly: 10 contact hrs, 30 hrs group & independent study
You will get an MA in European Studies: Global Policy and Governance Challenges

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Doireann Brosnan, Student Ambassador European Studies: Global Policy and Governance Challenges

Originally from Ireland, Doireann finished her bachelor’s programme in Law from University College Dublin. She chose to do her master’s programme in European Studies at FASoS.

Why Doireann chose to study European Studies in Maastricht:
“I see myself working for Europol or Interpol. So, this master’s programme helps me to reach my career goals. On top of that, Maastricht is a great city to live in as a student. The city has a great atmosphere and there’s plenty of extra-curricular activities and social events that you can take part in.”

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Doireann Brosnan, Student Ambassador MA European Studies: Global Policy 2022-2023

“The European aspects within my master’s programme, really complement my personal goal to work in foreign affairs or in a European institution.”

UM and FASoS Campus Tour

At FASoS, we offer our prospective students the opportunity to join a campus tour on 13 March and 1 May 2024. During this campus tour, one of our student ambassadors will show you our faculty, inner city and all important UM buildings. Are you not able to come one of the aforementioned dates? Don't worry! We also offer campus tours during our Open Days, Experience Days and Introduction Days. Are you not able to come from abroad for a campus tour? We also offer a virtual campus tour! Check it out through the interactive video on the left.

Kickstart your career at our Master's Open Day

Experience Maastricht University: find out more about one of the most international universities in Europe, immerse yourself in your programme of choice, and explore our beautiful city. The next Master’s Open Day is on Saturday 23 March 2024.

Q&A sessions

We regularly offer Instagram Live Q&A sessions for students who are interested in our master's programmes. Our student ambassadors will answer all your questions about the programme of your choice and studying in Maastricht. For more information and registration, take a look at our Master events page.

Pre-master's programme

If you do not satisfy the admission requirements of this Master's programme you may be able to enrol in a Pre-master's course year. Check out the Pre-master information and learn more about the programme, the courses and the requirements.

Pre-master European Studies

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Student testimonials

The combination of theory and practice makes learning much more effective and prepares me better for the working environment.

Lucia Arroyo Carriedo

I’m inspired by the dynamics of the international economic systems, therefore, my goal is to work in an international environment focusing on trade policies.

Bianca Moldovan

I want to contribute to a European perspective on new technologies and their relation to EU politics and society.

John van den Berg

For me, this master’s programme is an ideal steppingstone for a future career in Brussels, preferably working for the European Commission or the European Parliament.

Gil Kaufman