FACULTY OF SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC SCIENCESCOMENIUS UNIVERSITY IN BRATISLAVA

Master of Arts EUROPEAN STUDIES

in English

FACULTY OF SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC SCIENCES

The newest faculty of the oldest university in Slovakia. The aims of our faculty are to improve the quality of the educational process, to increase the mobility of students, lecturers and researchers and to strengthen the European dimension in university education. The design of our study programmes puts emphasis on the inter-connection of theory and practice.

• 5 study programmes• more than 700 students in social sciences and economics• more than 60 courses taught in English• the 1st university in Slovakia with its own community garden• 15 minutes from Bratislava City Center

COMENIUS UNIVERSITY IN BRATISLAVAComenius University in Bratislava was established in 1919 and followed in the footsteps of the University Istropolitana, which was founded in 1465. Since its foundation it has been at the forefront of higher education in Slovakia and has become an internationally recognized centre for research and excellence. As the biggest university in the Slovak Republic, it is Slovakia’s national university.

• 13 faculties• 24,000 students• 2,500 international students from more than

70 countries• hundreds of study programmes

Master of Arts inEUROPEAN STUDIES

The European Studies M.A. programme is a perfect choice for students interested in government and foreign policy and interdisciplinary research in political and social sciences. Theoretical knowledge is just the starting point; the programme is generally focused on the development of critical thinking. Another important competence is the students` ability to connect facts, events and ideas.

APPLICATION DEADLINE31st August 2018

FUTURE CAREERS

International organisations (Council of Europe,OSCE, NATO), EU institutions, national institutions, think tanks, regional organisations, public administration, NGOs, research centres, international corporations or academic teaching and research.

TUITION FEE

2.500 €/academic year

LIVING COSTS (approx.)Accomodation: 70 €/monthPublic transport: 30 €/month

DURATION

2 years fulltime

NUMBER OF ECTS CREDITS120

Methods of Social Sciences Research – Research Design I.Organisations and InstitutionsForeign Policy of the EUMethods of Social Sciences Research – Research Design II.Current IR TheoriesSecurity StudiesInternational LawMaster Thesis SeminarForeign Policy of SlovakiaDiploma Thesis

OBLIGATORY COURSES(60 ECTS)

SEMI-OBLIGATORY AND ELECTIVE COURSES(48 ECTS, i.e. 8 courses during the MA degree)

American StudiesDi�erent Visions of European IntegrationEU PoliciesEU Enlargement and Democratic ConsolidationEuropean Union in Political and Public DiscourseField ResearchGeopolitics in 21st CenturyGlobal ChallengesHuman Rights Protection in the EUInternational Human Rights ProtectionInternal Market of the EUInternational Political EconomyModern Political PhilosophyParticipation and Metamorphosis of Civil Society in Central EuropePolicies of Gender EqualityPolitical Representation: Past, Present and FutureRegional Academy on the United NationsRegionalism and Global Order

PROGRAMME STRUCTUREAll students must complete a minimum of 120 ECTS in two academic years, master thesis and state examination including.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications have to be submitted online via portals: https://e-prihlaska.uniba.sk orhttps://www.prihlaskavs.sk/sk/

Requested annexes to the application: • certified documents proving BA or MAdegree, graduation diplomas• CV in English,• transcript of records,• copy of English language certificate,• decision on recognition of previouseducation (may be added later),• confirmation on payment of fee(40 EUR).IBAN: SK7181800000007000149691SWIF CODE: SPSRSKBA

GENERAL INFORMATION, APPLICATION PROCEDUREMgr. Veronika Segesova veronika.segesova@fses.uniba.sk

ACADEMIC ADVISOR (STUDY PROGRAMME)assoc. prof. Lucia Mokrá, PhD. lucia.mokra@fses.uniba.sk

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

For the successful admission, the following requirements are set: • to hold BA or MA degree in politicalscience, international relations,european studies, regional studies,public policy and publicadministration, sociology, law,development cooperation (socialsciences),• to submit application on time(31st August 2018) online and thensigned application with the annexes,• to pay application fee,• to have sufficient level of English –B2 on entrance.

NO entrance exam is set.

ADDRESSComenius University in BratislavaFaculty of Social and Economic SciencesMlnyské luhy 4821 05 BratislavaThe Slovak Republic

TRAINEESHIPS

A traineeship is an integral part of study programme. Students are expected to implement their knowledge in partners organisations on:

• national level: national stateadministration bodies, regionalbodies, municipalities, research centres,NGOs, think-tanks• international level: UN Vienna basedorganisation, Erasmus+ traineeships,private corporations

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMMES

RAUN – The Regional Academy on the United NationsMUN – Participation in student Model United Nations conferencesAcademy on Critical ThinkingAcademy on Classical Economy

STUDENT LIFE• FSEV Fest – Youth festival full of interesting discussions, prominent guests,entertainment and music organised by faculty students• KOMUNITKA – university community garden, a place for students to relax andto walk around barefoot. A garden where new friendships are born, new ideasare invented and students spend free time alongside their teachers and othercolleagues.• EuroCINE – film screenings and discussions on interesting topics• Book Club – reflection and discussion on key books in the field• Magazines – Public Policy News and Human Rights News• Veget – student-managed cafe (with vegan options). When you need torecharge you can enjoy healthy locallygrown fresh food and snacks in a relaxedatmosphere

USEFUL INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

VISA

• As a citizen of EU member state you must have a valid passport (or a valid IDcard) and have to register at the Foreign Police Department in Bratislava. Pleasenote that if you stay longer than 90 dais in Slovakia you have to apply for aTemporary Residence Permit in our country.• If you are a non-EU student you have to apply for Visa and Temporary ResidencePermit at the Embassy or Consulate of Slovak Republic prior to your arrival. A�eryour arrival you have to register at the Foreign Police Department.• More information on:https://uniba.sk/en/international-relations/incoming-students/erasmus/practical-information/visa-and-temporary-residence/

ACCOMODATION

• Students of Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences, Comenius University inBratislava are accommodated in VMĽŠ Mlyny dormitory.• More information on:https://mlyny.uniba.sk/en/incoming-erasmus/housing-application

HEALTH INSURANCE

• EU students have to travel to Slovakia with European Health Insurance Card(E111 card). This card will facilitate access to health care during the study stay inSlovakia. Students should request Card from their home country's health servicebefore they leave.• Non EU students need to have a health insurance policy for the whole period ofstay in Slovakia.• All students must also have an insurance coverage against accidents during thewhole stay in Slovakia. The insurance should also cover any accidents that mayoccur during educational activities.• More information on:https://uniba.sk/en/international-relations/incoming-students/erasmus/practical-information/health-insurance/

SLOVAKIA

BRATISLAVA

“No longer in the shadow of Vienna, Budapest and Prague, the Slovak capital is shaking o� its dour Communist-era reputation and rediscovering its position in the heart of Central Europe,” wrote The Guardian in January 2018.

A city of half a million, Bratislava has very unusual history. The city is located right on the border with Austria and Hungary. During the time of the Austrian-Hungarian empire it even briefly served as its capital. A�er WWII it became a part of Czechoslovakia. During the Cold War the city practically sat on the Iron Curtain that divided the East from the West. The year 2019 will mark the 30th anniversary of the fall of this Iron Curtain.

Bratislava has a cosy downtown area with many bars, cafes and restaurants; most of the landmarks and points of interest are in walkable distance.The Carpathian mountain range begins in the city so one can easily reach its forests for walks. The city is crossed by the river Danube; its banks are the city's favourite place for biking, jogging or inline skating.

POLAND

CZECHREPUBLIC

AUSTRIA

HUNGARY

Slovakia is a young and progressive country. It is a country of contrasts that changes right in front of your eyes, yet everything and everywhere is nearby. It just takes a couple of hours to get from the Danubian Lowland to the Central European Highlands.

INTERESTING FACTS• more than 6,000 caves. OchtinskáAragonite Cave – one of only four of its kindin the world• more than 1,600 mineral springs• 9 national parks and 14 protected landscapeareas – great place for hiking• first reservation of folk architecture in theworld

BRATISLAVA - VIENNA 57 kmBRATISLAVA - BUDAPEST 161 kmBRATISLAVA - PRAGUE 290 kmBRATISLAVA - KRAKOW 297 km