International Programmes 2023/2024

Master’s College European Studies Master’s College European Studies

RWTH Aachen University • Aachen

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Teaching language
  • English
Date(s)
  • March - June 2024 (Registration deadline of course provider: 14 January 2024)
Mode of study
Fully online
Phase(s) of attendance in Germany (applies to the entire programme)
None
Pace of course
Mixed (e.g. fixed exam dates and duration, study content can be studied at any time)
Description/content

Prepare for admission to the MPA programme

The programme is designed to provide excellent preparation for the Master of Public Administration European Studies programme. Benefit from our intensive teaching style and interactive learning environment. In the Master’s College European Studies, you will be introduced to the important challenges and goals of the European Union.

As a participant in this programme, you will not only benefit from exclusive admission to the MPA European Studies, but you will also

  • gain basic knowledge about the European Union,
  • improve your English communication and debating skills,
  • understand European economic relations of the 21st century, and
  • customise your preparatory courses according to your skills.

In the Master’s College European Studies, you can choose the study package that best suits your skills.

  • All-inclusive package: Everything you need. Get the all-inclusive experience which includes all modules. We recommend this package if you do not yet feel confident in your English language abilities. You will learn how to hold debates on political issues, give English language speeches, and have discussions using English terminology.
  • Intermediate level package: Upgrade your debating skills. Deepen or refresh your English language comprehension and refine your debating skills pertaining to political topics.
  • Advanced level package: Focus on the fundamental topics. Participate only in the modules that focus on the political and economic contexts in the European Union. Modules on English language pronunciation and debating will be completely omitted in this package.
Course components
  • Subject-specific preparation
Types of online learning elements
  • Access to databases with study material
  • Discussion forums and / or groups
  • Flipped Classroom
  • Message Boards
  • Online sessions
  • Online study material provided by institution
  • Video learning (Pre-recorded videos, Vlogs, Video-Podcasts)
Average number of hours per week
40
Do course participants have student status?
No
ECTS credits (max.)
10
Does this course involve taking the university entrance examination or does the course specifically prepare students for this examination?
No
Preparation for degree programmes
  • Master's degree
Preparation for subject groups
  • Law, Economics and Social Sciences
Further information on subsequent admission to degree programmes/guaranteed admission

By participating in the Master’s College European Studies, you will gain basic knowledge about the European Union and improve your conversation skills. With our customised distance learning programme, you will obtain priority admission to our MPA European Studies.

Costs

The programme fee is contingent upon the selected package.

This price includes
  • Course fees
Academic admission requirements

Profile of applicants

  • Bachelor's students enrolled at a renowned university (all subjects)
  • Bachelor's graduates
  • A minimum of six months of practical experience (work, internships, research, etc.)
  • English language proficiency

Application documents

  • Application form
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • CV
  • University degree certificate (if applicable)
  • Proof of work experience
  • English language proficiency

Students from all countries are welcome to apply if they meet the applicants' profile requirements. Students from China, India, or Latin America will gain access through the China Office, India Office, or Latin America Office of RWTH International Academy.

Language requirements
  • Level B2 of CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
  • TOEFL ibt with a minimum result of 72 points
  • IELTS with a minimum band score of 5.5
  • CET Band 4 with a minimum result of 480
Technical equipment and programmes
  • Learning space of RWTH International Academy
  • Zoom
  • WISEflow for online exams
Do applicants require a higher education entrance qualification recognised in Germany?
No
Do applicants have to have already been admitted to a study programme at your university?
No
Submit application to

Please use this application form and submit your electronic application.

Is a social and leisure programme offered?
No

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