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About European Languages and Cultures, Bachelor Degree - at University of Groningen

Would you like to become an expert on the cultures, languages and politics of Europe?

The degree programme in European Languages and Cultures (in Dutch: ETC, Europese Talen en Culturen) is designed to meet the growing need for academicly trained experts with:

• a deep understanding of the major social, political, cultural and linguistic questions in and about Europe today, and
• excellent language skills in one or two of the following languages: German , English , French , Italian , Dutch as a second language , Russian , Spanish or Swedish , called 'major language'.

By studying the key linguistic, political, cultural and social topics of contemporary Europe, you will learn to understand the mutual relationship, differences and similarities among national and regional cultures. In doing so, you will learn to understand future challenges and inform advanced decision-making in cultural, political and educational institutions. The programme has a flexible structure. From your second year onward, you will specialise in one of the profiles

• European Language and Society
• European Culture and Literature
• European Politics and Society

During your third year, you can study abroad. The second and third year comprises of subject-related courses taught in your major language. In addition, you can choose to specialise further by means of a Minor, elective courses and/or a short placement. Your Bachelor's degree is finalised with a thesis.

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Entry requirements

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