Information for
Quick links
Faculties
Study Europe at Saarland University
At Saarland University, Europe plays an important role in both the history of the university as well as in teaching and research today. The Bachelor's degree programmes in European Studies are forward focused and multi-faceted. The programmes offer the perfect challenge to students who want to examine connections across disciplines.
Students on the programmes choose from one of four areas of focus – geography, history, politics or literature – and examine the topic with a close connection to Europe.
One Europe, many possibilities!
Europe and the European Union are characterized by spatial inequality and differing rates of development, causing political, social, economic, ecological and other consequences. The European Studies: Geographies of Europe degree programme closely examines contemporary Europe from a regional and spatial perspective.
Who governs Europe, and how is Europe governed? Is all the power centralized in Brussels? Or is the EU merely an extension of its member states? How do the cultures and economies of the various EU member states differ? The European Studies: Politics – Law – Society programme helps students build a strong foundation in the social sciences while also touching on the history, geography and culture of Europe. Students on the programme use empirical data to gain insight on the most pressing issues in contemporary Europe.
The programme European Studies: Comparative Literature centres on Europe's literature, film, theatre and other European media. Europe's image is highly influenced by culture and has been reflected in art and literature since antiquity. While the programme's main focus is on the various forms of intercultural exchange within Europe, students also examine the interrelationship of European and non-European literature and media in order to gain a more complete perspective.
Timetable Course for BA European Studies: Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 10.00 am–11.30 am
How do I get my timetable? Information on how to create your timetable is provided in the online course offered by the Central Student Advisory Service. Unlike at school, university students have to put together their own timetable, so participation in the course is strongly recommended.
Further information on creating your timetable and registration
Innovative, interdisciplinary, international
What makes European Studies so special? The degree programmes bring together a shared, interdisciplinary core component and a subject-specific focus area. Students on the programme gain intercultural qualifications including competence in chosen European foreign languages, a compulsory period abroad and practical experience through a relevant internship or work placement.
The perfect environment to learn
Saarland University was one of the first universities in Germany to gain accreditation for its quality assurance system. Saarland University's academic quality management system ensures high quality academics across disciplines. The European Studies programmes have undergone the quality control process and were accredited according to internal and external quality criteria.
Central Coordination of European Studies
CEUS I Cluster for European Research
Visiting address:
CEUS | Cluster for European Research
Campus C5 3, Room 2.14
66123 Saarbrücken, Germany
Postal address:
CEUS I Cluster für Europaforschung
Postfach 15 11 50
66041 Saarbrücken
Phone: +49 (0)681 302 70438
Email: europastudium(at)uni-saarland.de
CEUS I Cluster for European Research
Academic advising by specialisation
Academic Advising European Studies: Geographies of Europe
Dr. Ines Funk
Academic Advising European Studies: Modern and Contemporary History
Carsten Geimer
Academic Advising European Studies: Politics – Law – Society
PD Dr. Anja Röcke
Academic Advising European Studies: Comparative Literature
Dr. Claudia Schmitt
Central Student Advisory Service at Saarland University
Pascal Klären