BA European Studies

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The European Studies major is a flexible, interdisciplinary program for students interested in all things European. The major draws upon Webster University's strengths in both the liberal arts and professional schools. Students will have the opportunity to study at more than one Webster European campus. Alongside their rigorous academic training, European Studies majors will meet European leaders in government, business, media, and the arts. Students may also opt to do an internship in Europe.

Graduates of this program will be able to demonstrate broad knowledge of European affairs. They will be well-equipped for international careers in business, the arts, and government service or graduate study in a range of professional and liberal arts fields.

Degree Requirements:
12 courses in European Studies, divided into the following distribution areas:

4 courses in European History and Politics
4 courses in European Commerce and Communications
4 courses in European Arts and Expression
9 general education courses
22 elective courses

Other Program Requirements:

Four advanced level courses (3000 or 4000) which cover all of the (three) distribution areas
Proficiency in one of the following languages: French, German, Italian, or Spanish. Proficiency may be demonstrated either by a foreign language exam or by passing a course in one of these languages at the 3000 level
At least one term of study at Webster University’s campus in London, Geneva, or Vienna (Students may, with the approval of the program director, also fulfill this requirement at a university in Europe that is outside the Webster network)
European Studies Overview (ISTL 4510). May be taken for 0 or 1 credit

Please see the European Studies homepage for a complete overview.

The European Studies minor uses the same distribution areas of the major but requires fewer credit hours per area. All courses for the minor must be taken at Webster University

Minor Requirements:
6 courses in European Studies, divided into the following distribution areas:

2 in European History and Politics
2 in European Commerce and Communications
2 in European Arts and Expression