Please note the course details apply to 2025 entry. Details for 2026 entry for our postgraduate courses will be published from mid-October 2025.
European Studies MA
Key information
Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Part time
Duration:
One year full-time, two years part-time
Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent):
UK 180/ECTS 90
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2025
Our European Studies MA course will give you a detailed understanding of the politics, history, economy and societies of Europe. As a full-time student, you may also take either a French or German pathway, which offers you the opportunity to complete a master’s degree within a year while taking modules abroad. Places on these pathways have separate capacity restrictions.
Key benefits
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the major interests, institutions and ideas that shape the politics, economics and societies of Europe.
- Study Europe from a variety of perspectives in an interdisciplinary programme hosted by an interdisciplinary department.
- Study at a world-class institution, ranked 12th in the world, and 5th in Europe, for politics by the 2024 QS World University Rankings.
- Learn from world-leading scholars who contributed greatly to King’s College London being ranked first in the United Kingdom for research power in the field of politics and international relations in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework according to Times Higher Education.
- If you are on the French or German pathways, this MA offers you the chance to spend your second semester in a prestigious institution in France or Germany. Our current partners are the Institut d’Etudes Politiques (Sciences Po) in Paris and the Humboldt Universität in Berlin.
Through this course, we offer you an in-depth analysis of major scholarly debates in history, politics, political thought, political economy and international relations of Europe, both within and beyond the European Union. You will study a range of approaches to the topic on one of the two required modules, and then choose from a wide range of specialist modules covering specific regions or issues relating to contemporary Europe, such as EU foreign policy, immigration, economic governance, political economy, lobbying and policy making, nationalism and the EU, Russia, or the EU and Asia. If you choose the General Pathway, you will spend your whole time with us. If you choose either the French or German Pathway, you will spend your second semester abroad. The overseas institutions will provide a wide range of modules allowing you to further deepen your knowledge of both European and host country institutions, politics and policies. The course is ideally suited for anyone with a degree in European Studies, Politics, International Relations or International Political Economy. We also welcome graduates from other disciplines in the Humanities, the Social Sciences and Law, as well as those from a professional background. This course is primarily taught at the King's College London Strand Campus. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary.
Base campus
Strand Campus
Located on the north bank of the River Thames, the Strand Campus houses King's College London's arts and sciences faculties.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
Special features
Optional study abroad
On this programme, you will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad, supported by the Study Abroad Tutor in your department and King’s Global Mobility Office. Together with partner organisations around the world, you will be supported in navigating your international, educational journey, developing new skills and competences and learning to apply different perspectives to your chosen discipline.
Awarding Institutions
King's College London and Affiliates
Regulating bodies
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
UK applicants
Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme-Specific Requirements
Bachelor's degree with 2:1 honours in a relevant subject such as (but not limited to): European studies, politics, international relations, history, social sciences, law and modern languages.
In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree or international equivalent. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.
Students wishing to follow the French pathway must be fluent in French and must provide evidence that they have degree-level French (at least B2 or equivalent).
We strongly recommend that students wishing to follow the German pathway should be fluent in German to the level of B2 or equivalent.
International applicants
Equivalent International qualifications
English language requirements
English language band:
B
To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate in English effectively in an academic environment. You are usually required to provide certification of your competence in English before starting your studies.
Nationals of majority English speaking countries (as defined by the UKVI) who have permanently resided in this country are not usually required to complete an additional English language test. This is also the case for applicants who have successfully completed an undergraduate degree (of at least three years duration), a postgraduate taught degree (of at least one year), or a PhD in a majority English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI) within five years of the course start date.
For information on our English language requirements and whether you need to complete an English language test, please see our English Language requirements page.
Selection process
Applications must be made online using King’s online application portal apply.kcl.ac.uk and a non-refundable application fee of £85 applies.
Students may be invited to attend an interview, either in person or by phone if overseas. We aim to process all complete applications within six to eight weeks, although this may take longer during busy periods.
There are different pathways available for this programme:
European Studies: General Pathway MA (Full-time/Part-time)
European Studies: French Pathway MA (Full-time)
European Studies: German Pathway MA (Full-time)
If you choose the General Pathway, you will spend your whole time with us. This is also the only pathway available to study on a Part-time basis.
If you choose either the French or German Pathway, you will spend your second semester abroad at either the Institut d’Etudes Politiques (Sciences Po) in Paris or the Humboldt Universität in Berlin. The overseas institutions will provide a wide range of modules allowing you to further deepen your knowledge of both European and host country institutions, politics and policies.
Personal statement and supporting information
You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
| Personal Statement |
Yes |
A personal statement is required. This can be entered directly into the online application form (maximum 4,000 characters) or uploaded as an attachment to the online application form (maximum 2 pages). |
|---|---|---|
| Previous Academic Study |
Yes |
A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents. |
| References |
Yes |
One academic reference is required. A professional reference will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago. In some cases, we may request an additional reference from you. |
| Other |
Optional |
Applicants may wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of their application |
Teaching methods - what to expect
Lectures
Seminars
Self-Study
Check out further information about our European & International Studies courses including our teaching team, exclusive videos and more on our hub page.
Full-time students will have six hours per week of teaching per 10-week term, as well as 32-to-34 hours of self-study per week. Part-time students will have from two to four hours per week of teaching, as well as 17 hours of self-study.
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
Location
This course is primarily taught at the King’s College London Strand Campus. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary.
MA European Studies students on the French pathway follow courses from the second semester of the Masters at Sciences Po in Paris (early January to early June)
MA European Studies students on the German pathway spend the summer semester at the Humboldt University in Berlin (mid-April and ends in mid-July).
We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.
Assessment
- Coursework
- Examinations
- Dissertation
You are typically assessed through a combination of coursework and examinations. The majority of European and International Studies modules are assessed by coursework rather than a final unseen written examination, although optional modules may differ. The dissertation module is assessed by a 10,000 word essay.
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
Structure
Required modules
General pathway Full-time students are required to take:
Research Design (15 credits)
and either
European Union: History, Institutions, Politics (15 credits)
OR
European Identities and the EU (15 credits)
All students must also take:
European Studies Dissertation (60 credits)
and 90 credits of optional modules (see below):
French or German pathway
Students must take
Research Design (15 credits)
And either
European Union: History, Institutions, Politics (15 credits)
OR
European Identities and the EU (15 credits)
All students must take
European Studies Dissertation (60 credits)
and 30 credits of optional modules offered in semester 1 and equivalent to 60 KCL credits of optional modules while studying abroad
Part-time
As a part-time student you are required to take one of the 15 credit modules during Year 1, and the 15 credits Research Design and Methods module and the 60 credit Dissertation module in Year 2:
European Union: History, Institutions, Politics (15 credits)
or
European Identities and the EU (15 credits)
and
Research Design (15 credits)
Dissertation (60 credits)
Optional modules
In addition, you are required to take a range of optional modules totalling 90 credits over the two years. Part-time students can only follow the General Pathway which means they study at King’s College for the duration of their programme. The range of optional modules may typically include:
Foreign Policies of the European Union (15 credits)
Democratic Legitimacy of International Cooperation (15 credits)
Capitalism, liberalism and democracy (15 credits)
European Union: History, Institutions, Politics (15 credits)
The Political Economy of International Migration (15 credits)
Global Politics: Transatlantic, Transpacific and Eurasia (15 credits)
Lobbying and Policy Making in the EU (15 credits)
International Political Economy of Energy Markets (15 credits)
Platform capitalism: platform firms and the state (15 credits)
States and Citizens in Political Anthropology (15 credits) (Only for general pathway)
The International Political Economy of Production (15 credits)
The Middle East In The Global Political Economy (15 credits)
The European Union & Global Capitalism (15 credits)
Power and Poverty in Africa-EU Relations (15 credits)
Foreign Policy Analysis (15 credits)
Global Governance & International Organisations (15 credits)
The Political Economy of Development (15 credits)
The Political Economy of the Financial Crisis (15 credits)
The Politics of Economic Inequality (15 credits)
Quantitative Research Methods (15 credits)
Comparative Capitalism: Eastern & Western Models (15 credits)
China’s Global Rise: “Great Power Diplomacy with Chinese Characteristics” (15 credits)
Lived Democracy (15 credits)
Postcolonial Political Economy (15 credits)
Multinational Corporations and Global Supply Chains (15 credits)
Evaluating Public Policy (15 credits) [Political Economy]
Liberty, Equality and Justice: Political Theory and Public Policy (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Media Elections and Campaigning (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Gender Politics and Public Policy (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Ethics and Public Policy (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
The Political Effects of Climate Change (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Britain & Europe Since 1945 (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Anglo-American Relations Since 1945 (15 credits) [Political Economy]
Displacement and Development in the Contemporary Era (15 credits) [Department of International Development]
Environment and Development: Crises, Power, and Transformations (15 credits) [Department of International Development]
Gender in International Politics and Security (15 credits) [School of Security Studies]
Ethics in International Relations (15 credits) [School of Security Studies]
Energy Security and Energy Transition in Eurasia (15 credits) [King’s Russia Institute]
Russia’s War in Ukraine (15 credits) [King’s Russia Institute]
Students may take an additional non-assessed credit language module for free. This option is available in addition to the required 180 credits.
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.
Employability
Students undertaking this course will be ideally placed to work in European institutions, but also in government and international organisations, particularly in departments working on European affairs. In the private sector, our graduates have a strong track record finding employment in business (including but not limited to the City), consultancy, recruitment and the media. Some of our graduates carry on with their studies, undertaking doctoral research at King’s or other prestigious universities.
Curious to find out more? Access on-demand content including taster lectures and talks, and meet our current staff and students on our subject hub page.
Tuition Fees
UK:
Full time: £13,500 per year (2025/26)
Part time: £6,750 per year (2025/26)
International:
Full time: £30,000 per year (2025/26)
Part time: £15,000 per year (2025/26)
These tuition fees may be subject to additional increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions.
Deposit
If you receive an offer for this programme, you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place. Deposit payments are credited towards the total tuition fee payment.
The Home deposit is £500. The International deposit is £2000.
- If you receive an offer before March, payment is due by 20 March.
- If you receive an offer between 1 March and 20 May, payment is due within one month of receiving the offer.
- If you receive an offer between 21 May and 15 July, payment is due within two weeks of receiving the offer.
- If you receive an offer between 16 July and 10 August, payment is due within one week of receiving the offer.
- If you receive an offer from 11 August onwards, payment is due within three days of receiving the offer.
If you are a current undergraduate King’s student in receipt of the King's Living Bursary this academic year, you are not required to pay a deposit to secure your place on the programme. Please note, this will not change the total fees payable for your chosen programme.
Please visit our web pages on fees and funding for more information.
Additional costs/expenses
Postgraduate students on the MA European Studies course who choose to study abroad for the second semester at Sciences Po, Paris, or the Humboldt in Berlin do not pay tuition fees to the host university. Instead, they will only be required to pay King's set fee for the Masters.
You should also budget to pay for the associated subsistence costs, such as travel, visas, accommodation and food as well as any vaccination/immunisations required by the country to which you are travelling.
Please visit our web pages on fees and funding for more information.
Additional Costs
In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
- Books if you choose to buy your own copies.
- Clothing for optional course related events and competitions.
- Library fees and fines.
- Personal photocopies.
- Printing course handouts.
- Society membership fees.
- Stationery.
- Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses.
- Graduation costs.
Funding
To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.
Through this course, we offer you an in-depth analysis of major scholarly debates in history, politics, political thought, political economy and international relations of Europe, both within and beyond the European Union. You will study a range of approaches to the topic on one of the two required modules, and then choose from a wide range of specialist modules covering specific regions or issues relating to contemporary Europe, such as EU foreign policy, immigration, economic governance, political economy, lobbying and policy making, nationalism and the EU, Russia, or the EU and Asia. If you choose the General Pathway, you will spend your whole time with us. If you choose either the French or German Pathway, you will spend your second semester abroad. The overseas institutions will provide a wide range of modules allowing you to further deepen your knowledge of both European and host country institutions, politics and policies. The course is ideally suited for anyone with a degree in European Studies, Politics, International Relations or International Political Economy. We also welcome graduates from other disciplines in the Humanities, the Social Sciences and Law, as well as those from a professional background. This course is primarily taught at the King's College London Strand Campus. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary.
Base campus
Strand Campus
Located on the north bank of the River Thames, the Strand Campus houses King's College London's arts and sciences faculties.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
Special features
Optional study abroad
On this programme, you will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad, supported by the Study Abroad Tutor in your department and King’s Global Mobility Office. Together with partner organisations around the world, you will be supported in navigating your international, educational journey, developing new skills and competences and learning to apply different perspectives to your chosen discipline.
Awarding Institutions
King's College London and Affiliates
Regulating bodies
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
UK applicants
Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme-Specific Requirements
Bachelor's degree with 2:1 honours in a relevant subject such as (but not limited to): European studies, politics, international relations, history, social sciences, law and modern languages.
In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree or international equivalent. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.
Students wishing to follow the French pathway must be fluent in French and must provide evidence that they have degree-level French (at least B2 or equivalent).
We strongly recommend that students wishing to follow the German pathway should be fluent in German to the level of B2 or equivalent.
International applicants
Equivalent International qualifications
English language requirements
English language band:
B
To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate in English effectively in an academic environment. You are usually required to provide certification of your competence in English before starting your studies.
Nationals of majority English speaking countries (as defined by the UKVI) who have permanently resided in this country are not usually required to complete an additional English language test. This is also the case for applicants who have successfully completed an undergraduate degree (of at least three years duration), a postgraduate taught degree (of at least one year), or a PhD in a majority English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI) within five years of the course start date.
For information on our English language requirements and whether you need to complete an English language test, please see our English Language requirements page.
Selection process
Applications must be made online using King’s online application portal apply.kcl.ac.uk and a non-refundable application fee of £85 applies.
Students may be invited to attend an interview, either in person or by phone if overseas. We aim to process all complete applications within six to eight weeks, although this may take longer during busy periods.
There are different pathways available for this programme:
European Studies: General Pathway MA (Full-time/Part-time)
European Studies: French Pathway MA (Full-time)
European Studies: German Pathway MA (Full-time)
If you choose the General Pathway, you will spend your whole time with us. This is also the only pathway available to study on a Part-time basis.
If you choose either the French or German Pathway, you will spend your second semester abroad at either the Institut d’Etudes Politiques (Sciences Po) in Paris or the Humboldt Universität in Berlin. The overseas institutions will provide a wide range of modules allowing you to further deepen your knowledge of both European and host country institutions, politics and policies.
Personal statement and supporting information
You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
| Personal Statement |
Yes |
A personal statement is required. This can be entered directly into the online application form (maximum 4,000 characters) or uploaded as an attachment to the online application form (maximum 2 pages). |
|---|---|---|
| Previous Academic Study |
Yes |
A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents. |
| References |
Yes |
One academic reference is required. A professional reference will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago. In some cases, we may request an additional reference from you. |
| Other |
Optional |
Applicants may wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of their application |
Teaching methods - what to expect
Lectures
Seminars
Self-Study
Check out further information about our European & International Studies courses including our teaching team, exclusive videos and more on our hub page.
Full-time students will have six hours per week of teaching per 10-week term, as well as 32-to-34 hours of self-study per week. Part-time students will have from two to four hours per week of teaching, as well as 17 hours of self-study.
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
Location
This course is primarily taught at the King’s College London Strand Campus. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary.
MA European Studies students on the French pathway follow courses from the second semester of the Masters at Sciences Po in Paris (early January to early June)
MA European Studies students on the German pathway spend the summer semester at the Humboldt University in Berlin (mid-April and ends in mid-July).
We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.
Assessment
- Coursework
- Examinations
- Dissertation
You are typically assessed through a combination of coursework and examinations. The majority of European and International Studies modules are assessed by coursework rather than a final unseen written examination, although optional modules may differ. The dissertation module is assessed by a 10,000 word essay.
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
Structure
Required modules
General pathway Full-time students are required to take:
Research Design (15 credits)
and either
European Union: History, Institutions, Politics (15 credits)
OR
European Identities and the EU (15 credits)
All students must also take:
European Studies Dissertation (60 credits)
and 90 credits of optional modules (see below):
French or German pathway
Students must take
Research Design (15 credits)
And either
European Union: History, Institutions, Politics (15 credits)
OR
European Identities and the EU (15 credits)
All students must take
European Studies Dissertation (60 credits)
and 30 credits of optional modules offered in semester 1 and equivalent to 60 KCL credits of optional modules while studying abroad
Part-time
As a part-time student you are required to take one of the 15 credit modules during Year 1, and the 15 credits Research Design and Methods module and the 60 credit Dissertation module in Year 2:
European Union: History, Institutions, Politics (15 credits)
or
European Identities and the EU (15 credits)
and
Research Design (15 credits)
Dissertation (60 credits)
Optional modules
In addition, you are required to take a range of optional modules totalling 90 credits over the two years. Part-time students can only follow the General Pathway which means they study at King’s College for the duration of their programme. The range of optional modules may typically include:
Foreign Policies of the European Union (15 credits)
Democratic Legitimacy of International Cooperation (15 credits)
Capitalism, liberalism and democracy (15 credits)
European Union: History, Institutions, Politics (15 credits)
The Political Economy of International Migration (15 credits)
Global Politics: Transatlantic, Transpacific and Eurasia (15 credits)
Lobbying and Policy Making in the EU (15 credits)
International Political Economy of Energy Markets (15 credits)
Platform capitalism: platform firms and the state (15 credits)
States and Citizens in Political Anthropology (15 credits) (Only for general pathway)
The International Political Economy of Production (15 credits)
The Middle East In The Global Political Economy (15 credits)
The European Union & Global Capitalism (15 credits)
Power and Poverty in Africa-EU Relations (15 credits)
Foreign Policy Analysis (15 credits)
Global Governance & International Organisations (15 credits)
The Political Economy of Development (15 credits)
The Political Economy of the Financial Crisis (15 credits)
The Politics of Economic Inequality (15 credits)
Quantitative Research Methods (15 credits)
Comparative Capitalism: Eastern & Western Models (15 credits)
China’s Global Rise: “Great Power Diplomacy with Chinese Characteristics” (15 credits)
Lived Democracy (15 credits)
Postcolonial Political Economy (15 credits)
Multinational Corporations and Global Supply Chains (15 credits)
Evaluating Public Policy (15 credits) [Political Economy]
Liberty, Equality and Justice: Political Theory and Public Policy (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Media Elections and Campaigning (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Gender Politics and Public Policy (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Ethics and Public Policy (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
The Political Effects of Climate Change (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Britain & Europe Since 1945 (15 credits) [Department of Political Economy]
Anglo-American Relations Since 1945 (15 credits) [Political Economy]
Displacement and Development in the Contemporary Era (15 credits) [Department of International Development]
Environment and Development: Crises, Power, and Transformations (15 credits) [Department of International Development]
Gender in International Politics and Security (15 credits) [School of Security Studies]
Ethics in International Relations (15 credits) [School of Security Studies]
Energy Security and Energy Transition in Eurasia (15 credits) [King’s Russia Institute]
Russia’s War in Ukraine (15 credits) [King’s Russia Institute]
Students may take an additional non-assessed credit language module for free. This option is available in addition to the required 180 credits.
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.
Employability
Students undertaking this course will be ideally placed to work in European institutions, but also in government and international organisations, particularly in departments working on European affairs. In the private sector, our graduates have a strong track record finding employment in business (including but not limited to the City), consultancy, recruitment and the media. Some of our graduates carry on with their studies, undertaking doctoral research at King’s or other prestigious universities.
Curious to find out more? Access on-demand content including taster lectures and talks, and meet our current staff and students on our subject hub page.
Tuition Fees
UK:
Full time: £13,500 per year (2025/26)
Part time: £6,750 per year (2025/26)
International:
Full time: £30,000 per year (2025/26)
Part time: £15,000 per year (2025/26)
These tuition fees may be subject to additional increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions.
Deposit
If you receive an offer for this programme, you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place. Deposit payments are credited towards the total tuition fee payment.
The Home deposit is £500. The International deposit is £2000.
- If you receive an offer before March, payment is due by 20 March.
- If you receive an offer between 1 March and 20 May, payment is due within one month of receiving the offer.
- If you receive an offer between 21 May and 15 July, payment is due within two weeks of receiving the offer.
- If you receive an offer between 16 July and 10 August, payment is due within one week of receiving the offer.
- If you receive an offer from 11 August onwards, payment is due within three days of receiving the offer.
If you are a current undergraduate King’s student in receipt of the King's Living Bursary this academic year, you are not required to pay a deposit to secure your place on the programme. Please note, this will not change the total fees payable for your chosen programme.
Please visit our web pages on fees and funding for more information.
Additional costs/expenses
Postgraduate students on the MA European Studies course who choose to study abroad for the second semester at Sciences Po, Paris, or the Humboldt in Berlin do not pay tuition fees to the host university. Instead, they will only be required to pay King's set fee for the Masters.
You should also budget to pay for the associated subsistence costs, such as travel, visas, accommodation and food as well as any vaccination/immunisations required by the country to which you are travelling.
Please visit our web pages on fees and funding for more information.
Additional Costs
In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
- Books if you choose to buy your own copies.
- Clothing for optional course related events and competitions.
- Library fees and fines.
- Personal photocopies.
- Printing course handouts.
- Society membership fees.
- Stationery.
- Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses.
- Graduation costs.
Funding
To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.
Application closing date guidance
We encourage you to apply as early as possible so that there is sufficient time for your application to be assessed and we may need to request further information from you during the application process.
The final application deadlines for this programme are:
· Overseas (international) fee status: 25 July 2025 (23:59 UK time)
· Home fee status: 25 August 2025 (23:59 UK time)
If the programme becomes full before the final application deadlines stated above, we will close the programme to further applications. Please note, you will not be eligible for an application fee refund if we are unable to process further offers because places are filled and we close the course before the final application deadline.
Related courses including study abroad
European Studies MADouble Masters in Asian & International Affairs MADouble Masters in Policies & Governance in Europe MAKey information
Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Part time
Duration:
One year full-time, two years part-time
Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent):
UK 180/ECTS 90
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2025
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