Estudar História e Estudos Culturais na Europa

This program in Global Cultures explores historical, social, and political processes shaping global interactions, with strong emphasis on entangled histories, postcolonial perspectives, and transnational movements. Students can specialize through electives in areas such as global health, climate geographies, feminist critique, diasporas, and religion. The curriculum integrates themes across cultural spheres, connected worldviews, and global issues, encouraging critical perspectives on globalization and identity. It includes a seminar in global humanities and offers flexible final examination options, including preparation abroad or internship-based projects.

Admission requires a degree in history or a related field with at least 30 credits in subjects such as modern or contemporary history, anthropology, political science, sociology, or regional history of areas like Asia, Africa, or the Middle East. Applicants must demonstrate historical knowledge, analytical skills, and the ability to contextualize sources across time periods. A strong command of English at B2 level is essential, and can be proven via certification, native proficiency, or a prior degree taught in English. Students who have not yet graduated may apply if only the final exam is pending, with graduation required by year-end. EU students typically pay around €1,200/year based on family income. Non-EU students usually pay a fixed fee of about €1,400/year. Check with the university for your exact fee.

This doctoral program is designed for emerging researchers seeking new perspectives on the analysis of contemporary art and cultural contexts. Taking an interdisciplinary approach, students explore phenomena in art, visual culture, and architecture using methods drawn from the humanities, social sciences, and technology, with a strong focus on innovative research models and the creation of new knowledge.

Core coursework covers artistic texts and their research methods, contemporary architectural theory, cultural ecology, the relationship between digitality and art, empirical musicology, musical semiotics, the semiotics of architecture, transdisciplinary research methods, and the concept of urban genotypes. Alongside these subject-specific modules, students build core research competencies through a dedicated set of skills modules, including academic and technical research writing, design thinking in research, digital tools for research writing and publication, research data management, research ethics, grant management for research projects, science communication for public audiences, and systematic literature review methods.

pplicants must hold a master's degree or an equivalent higher education qualification in the humanities, social sciences, or arts. Admission is based on a weighted competition score combining the weighted grade point average from the applicant's diploma supplement (35%), their research experience (30%), and a motivation interview (35%). Applicants must reach a minimum competitive score of 8.0 to be admitted.

This is a two-year, English-taught program that blends art, economics, and administration to prepare students for leadership roles in the cultural and creative industries. With a challenge-based learning model, students work on personal or professional projects supported by mentors and experts, linking theory to real-world application. The program develops skills in intercultural collaboration, innovation, and sustainable cultural leadership. Graduates are equipped to lead in sectors such as music, theatre, film, museums, and education, with strong links to professional networks and international projects. Career paths span from curators and festival managers to creative entrepreneurs and arts consultants.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any field and demonstrate a strong motivation to contribute to the cultural sector through interdisciplinary innovation. The program is tailored for open-minded, independent learners, with a selective intake of no more than 24 students per cycle. Required documents include an application form, diploma with transcript, passport-sized photo, valid ID, CV, and motivation letter. Conditional admission is possible for those completing studies after the application period.

This interdisciplinary humanities program offers a flexible curriculum combining cultural analysis, language studies, environmental humanities, Asian studies, and more. Students can specialize in areas such as anthropology, history, literature, or media, while gaining foundational skills in critical thinking, research writing, digital literacy, and academic English. The program includes practical training, interdisciplinary projects, and a final bachelor’s exam. Elective modules allow for deep dives into specific cultural, linguistic, and societal topics. Students also develop professional communication skills and gain experience through internships.

To apply, candidates must hold a secondary school leaving certificate or equivalent qualification that grants access to higher education. Admission is based on two components: a letter of motivation and an interview. Applicants must also demonstrate English language proficiency at B2 level. For international candidates, the secondary education qualification must be recognized as equivalent.