Programme and Study Structure
The JMEH’s diverse programme focuses on the comparative analysis of European history. Students will have the chance to investigate the history of Europe, with topics including:
- Social and Economic History of Europe, Urbanisation and Industrialisation
- Cultural History, History of Religions, History of Science
- History of Dictatorships, Violence, and Conflicts
- Colonialism and Post-Colonialism
- Imperial Histories and Nation-Building
- Migration, International and Transcultural Relationships
English is the main language of instruction and will be accepted at all partner universities for presentations, assignments, and the Master’s thesis. Proficiency in the country’s own language is also required. All partner universities offer modules in English, which are complemented by courses or modules in other languages. Furthermore, the consortium organizes summer schools on a regular basis for students of the programme in which they can meet other students and faculty members of all participating academic Institutions.
English is the main language of instruction and will be accepted at all partner universities for presentations, assignments and the Master thesis. Proficiency in the country’s own language is also required. All partner universities offer modules in English, which are complemented by courses or modules in other languages. Furthermore, the consortium organizes summer schools on a regular basis for students of the programme in which they can meet other students and faculty members of all participating academic Institutions.
Study Structure
The programme starts in the winter term and has a modular structure. It is comprised of 120 Credit points (ECTS) or 30 ECTS credits each term.
Students study at least at two of the participating universities in different countries. To obtain a joint degree (Berlin, Dublin) or a double degree (Paris, Rome), students must complete at least 30 ECTS at a full member partner university, and the Master’s thesis must be supervised by faculty members from both the home and partner universities.