Programme
The programme consists of 4 core modules, 2 optional modules (selected from a group of 5) and a final dissertation. The intensive programme takes 12 full months and totals 90 ECTS. Below, you can find more information about the core modules. Additional details of the optional modules are available elsewhere.- Introduction to European Institutions and Policy (10 ECTS) Read more...
- Comparative Social Research (10 ECTS)Read more...
What is comparative social research and what is it good for? These are the seemingly straightforward yet tricky questions the module tackles through dynamic classroom discussions, specialist guest lecturers and targeted readings. International CRS researchers will provide students with insight in how their research was conducted during the lectures.
- Social Professional Practice (10 ECTS)Read more...
The module introduces students to the development of methods in social professional practice all over Europe, including an analysis of the theoretical background of the methods. It also examines the possibilities for cross-European implementation. Guest lecturers from all over Europe travel to Maastricht to inform and critically discuss social practice in their respective countries by drawing on their experience as academics, social practitioners or policy makers.
- Comparative Social Policy (10 ECTS)Read more...
This module includes a comprehensive comparison of differences in social policy in Europe. By means of exploring the leading theories, students learn how these differences are grouped and how the separate models adapt to change. During the module (guest)lecturers from several European countries provide the students with a better understanding of social policy in their respective countries.
