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BA European Studies

Maastricht University (Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences) · Maastricht, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishNo CAO points neededOpen entryMatching questionnaire
Duration3 years
StartsSept 2027
EntryOpen entry
Deadline (EU)1 May 2027
EU fee 2027/28€2,771 / yr

About the course

Studies Europe from several angles (history, politics, law, economics and culture), taught through Problem-Based Learning in small international groups.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Leaving Certificate in 6 subjects, with at least 3 at Higher Level graded H1–H5.
  • No CAO points minimum.

How to apply

  1. Apply on Studielink (from 1 October 2026)Choose European Studies (Maastricht).
  2. Complete your tasks in the MyApplication portalUpload your documents so UM can check you meet the requirements.
  3. Fill in the matching questionnaireA short questionnaire sent by email from the faculty’s admissions team. It helps you check the course suits you.
  4. Receive your admission decisionIf you meet the requirements, you get a place (conditional on your final results).
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 May 2027, 23:59 CET (EU/EEA applicants).

Costs

  • Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,694 (2026/27). The 2027/28 fee is set by the Dutch government each year (expected to be close to €2,800).
  • EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
Open-entry course: if you meet the requirements, you get a place.

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityMaastricht
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesNo cap
EntryOpen entry
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Checked against the official Maastricht University website: September 2026 (2027 entry). Always confirm details with the university before applying.