Charles University

Erasmus Mundus - European Politics and Society is a two-year joint master that brings together students from across the world to study how Europe’s political, social, economic and cultural systems have developed. You graduate with a joint diploma from the programme’s consortium universities.

Key facts

• Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
• Degree: Erasmus Mundus joint master with a joint diploma
• Study locations: Prague, Krakow, Leiden and Barcelona (programme consortium cities)
• Academic focus: European politics, contemporary history and culture, international relations and policy-making
• Learning approach: coursework + research methods training + internship + advanced dissertation

• Programme type: Erasmus Mundus joint master
• Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
• Credits: Typically 120 ECTS (confirm in your offer/letter)
• Delivery: On-campus with multi-city study across the consortium
• Study locations: Prague, Krakow, Leiden and Barcelona
• Language of instruction: English (confirm for your intake)
• Tuition fees: Check the latest fee information for your selected intake (fees can vary by applicant category)
• Application: Submit an application through the programme’s official process
• Start date: Typically September (confirm for your intake)

Programme Structure

The programme is organised across four semesters and combines taught modules, research training, an internship, and a dissertation.

Semester 1 (Prague)

• Introductory and foundational courses in European politics, society and research orientation
• Core module(s) supporting academic writing and research preparation

Semester 2 (Krakow or Leiden)

• EU-focused coursework and comparative perspectives
• Modules linking political analysis with contemporary European developments

Semesters 3–4 (Study tracks across consortium cities)

In the final two semesters, you select one of four study tracks aligned with consortium expertise (Prague, Krakow, Barcelona and Leiden). Each track combines electives, research methods support, an internship component and an advanced dissertation.

Indicative course areas

• Research Design
• European Culture and Society
• Current Challenges in Europe
• Transnational History of Contemporary Europe
• European Comparative Politics

Capstone: Advanced research dissertation supervised by staff from partner universities.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL IBT

OR

95

IELTS

7

Other requirements

General requirements

• Copies of all diplomas and transcripts, including two previous diplomas
• Copy of passport
• Proof of place of residence
• Structured CV
• Motivation letter
• Two letters of recommendation
• Test results or certificate of the required level of English proficiency
• Completed supplementary questionnaire

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Work Permits

After completing your Erasmus Mundus - European Politics and Society master, your ability to work in Europe depends on the country where you apply for residence and the rules in force at the time you graduate.

• General eligibility: In many European countries, graduates can apply for a post-study residence/work permit if they have completed an eligible degree and can demonstrate sufficient resources and health insurance.
• Duration: Post-study permits are typically granted for a limited period (often around 6–12 months) to allow job seeking and/or transition to employment. Exact length varies by country.
• Job search vs. employment: Some systems allow you to stay to look for work first, while others require you to find a job within a set timeframe.
• Where you apply: You usually apply in the country where you will reside after graduation (for example, the country of your final study period or where you hold residence). Because this programme is multi-city, you may need to check the rules for each relevant country.
• Important: Visa and work-permit rules change frequently. Always verify the latest requirements with the immigration authority of the specific country you plan to move to.

If you tell us your citizenship and the country you want to work in after graduation, we can help you identify the most relevant post-study pathway.