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The degree programme in European Languages and Cultures (in Dutch: ETC, Europese Talen en Culturen) is designed to meet the growing need for academic 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 foreign language, Russian, Spanish or Swedish.

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 be able to understand future challenges and inform advanced decision-making in cultural, political and educational institutions.

The programme has a flexible structure. You will specialize in one of the profiles:
* European Language and Society
* European Culture and Literature
* European Politics and Society

During your third year, you can study e second and third years will comprise subject-related course units taught in your chosen language. In addition, you can choose to specialize further by means of a Minor, elective courses and/or a short placement. Your Bachelor's degree is finalized with a thesis.

The BA European Languages and Cultures is excellently prepared to work under the current circumstances:

* Times of crises are one of the main areas of expertise in the research within this programme.

* The programme is among the world leaders in E-learning teaching and research. You will be one of the first students to use cutting-edge virtual environments in online and offline courses

* You have all the advantages of an online university as long as distance learning measures are necessary, and you will be able to participate in a lively academic environment as soon as contact hours are possible

* The University of Groningen Library offers a very large amount of E-resources that will help you to start your own research online.

* European Languages and Cultures is a research-based programme that promotes student-paced learning and trains advanced humanities and technological skills.

Why study this programme in Groningen?

• In-depth study of Europe's political, cultural, social and linguistic dimensions.
• Wide range of languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish and Swedish.
• Three specialisation profiles: Language and Society, Culture and Literature, Politics and Society.
• Intensive language learning course units, usually in small groups, leading to a near-native proficiency level.
• Wide range of Minors and elective courses to choose from.
• Many seminars in Dutch in the programme European Languages and Cultures are offered both in English and in Dutch.

Job prospects

There is a growing need for people with excellent languages skills as well as an understanding of European issues. These people are needed to help break down barriers, resolve conflicts, negotiate, transfer knowledge, issue advice, and present clear arguments and opinions. If you want to continue to a Master's degree programme after you graduate, as most students do, you will have a wide range of programmes to choose from: Linguistics, Literature, Journalism. Euroculture, International Relations.

Depending on the choices you make during your studies (such as your language, profile, Minor and Master's degree), you may find a career in teaching, journalism, publishing, business, tourism, within a social or cultural organisation, a government body, a political party or an international organisation such as the European Union or UNESCO.