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The
Master of Arts in European Studies
The Master of Arts in European Studies allows students to custom-design
an interdisciplinary degree that matches their intellectual interests
and career goals. Coursework may focus on a geographical or topical
area of Europe (e.g. European Union, environmental policy or cultural
identity). The degree is intended to prepare students for employment
in a wide variety of fields, including business, government, public
service, and journalism. It also serves the needs of students planning
further study toward the doctorate or wishing to enrich a career
in secondary school teaching.
Students interested in business administration may apply to the
University of Connecticut's dual M.A./M.B.A. program in International
Business. Concurrent Master's degree study is also available in
Public Administration and European Studies and in Survey Research
and European Studies. For information on dual and concurrent Master’s
degrees, click here.
Program of Study The program of study is based on a coherent
set of courses from the social sciences and humanities. Typically,
the majority of courses in a student's plan of study comes from
Economics, Geography, History, Modern and Classical Languages, Political
Science, or Sociology and provide information on Europe from both
a regional and comparative perspective. Depending on the focus of
the degree, however, coursework may also include offerings from
such areas as Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business Administration,
Fine Arts, or Law. Normally, one department/discipline will be chosen
as the student's "major" field, with "minor"
concentrations in two other fields.
Students may elect one of two options for completion of the degree:
- Plan A requires a minimum of 21 credits of coursework (with
9 in the major field), plus a 9-credit thesis.
- Plan B requires a minimum of 30 credits of coursework, plus
a comprehensive written and oral examination.
Normally this course work includes 15 credits in the major field
and at least 6 in each of two other areas. All students are expected
to demonstrate familiarity with the cultural, literary, and humanistic
legacy of Europe.
Language Requirement Proficiency in an approved European
language other than English is required for the degree. Students
are expected to demonstrate proficiency sufficient to carry out
research in a European language and to function socially. To meet
the language requirement, students may be required to take language
courses that may not be credited toward the degree. Oral and written
examinations must be taken and passed by all except native speakers.
Study or research abroad is strongly recommended.
Admissions Application materials can be downloaded from
the website of the Graduate School: www.grad.uconn.edu.
All application materials (i.e., application form and fee, personal
statement, scores of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores,
official transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary
institutions, and three letters of recommendation) should be compiled
and submitted together to University of Connecticut, Graduate Admissions,
438 Whitney Road Ext. Unit 1006, Storrs, CT 06269-1006. Applications
are reviewed on a rolling basis in accordance with Graduate School
guidelines.
Applicants are normally expected to have at least a survey knowledge
of the subject area on which they hope to focus and a 3.0 average
in prior European Studies-related coursework. Language proficiency
in the planned focus area is also important.
Financial Aid Financial aid available to students in the
African Studies M.A. program includes a small number of Graduate
Assistantships and University of Connecticut Pre-Doctoral Fellowships
in varying amounts. Students wishing to be considered for financial
aid should so indicate on the application form. Information is also
available on the financial aid website: http://www.ucc.uconn.edu/~wwwfaid.
Master's
Program in Italian History & Culture [back
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The Masters' Program in Italian History & Culture
(MPIHC) is a new concentration within the M.A. in International
Studies at the University of Connecticut. Beginning in the autumn
of 2001, the MPIHC builds upon institutional strengths to provide
a focussed yet flexible program of interdisciplinary study with
an emphasis on History. While this background will be useful to
students seeking employment in a wide variety of fields, including
business and government, it particularly serves the needs of two
constituencies: a) students planning to pursue a doctorate in any
field of Italian history, politics, or culture; and b) those wishing
to enrich a career in secondary school teaching.
Program of Study The MPIHC comprises three tiers. While
the three tracks have distinct rationales, students may switch from
one track to another, provided that they obtain prior written approval
from the MPIHC faculty and pay any requisite university fees to
account for the change in status.
Track I: This pre-doctoral track requires completion within
two years of five courses, to be drawn from at least three departments.
Of these five courses three are required: 9a) a two-semester sequence
in Italian History; and (b) a 200- or 300-level course in Italian,
to be taken preferably during the first year. In addition, students
must take a one-credit methodological colloquium (to be offered
biennially). Most importantly, they are required to write a Masters'
Thesis, to be supervised by two faculty members from different departments.
Track II: Students in this "terminal Masters'"
track must complete a total of eight courses from at least three
departments, obtaining the degree within two years of enrollment.
They are required to complete the same two-semester sequence in
Italian History and demonstrate proficiency in the Italian language
as described above. They will not, however, take part in the methodological
colloquium or write a Masters' Thesis. All Track II classes will
be open to all graduate students in the university as well as to
advanced undergraduates who have obtained tahe permission of the
instructor.
Track III: This grouping consists of those who wish to take
classes in the program, but who do not want or need to obtain credit
for coursework. Students may enroll in individual classes (including
but not limited to the Distance Education classes) on a pay-per-course
basis.
Language Requirement Ideally, students will enter the program
having already taken two years (or equivalent) of college-level
Italian. Those who enter with insufficient linguistic preparation
will be encouraged to take intensive language courses to attain
the requisite level of proficiency as quickly as possible.
Admissions Candidates are reviewed on a rolling basis in
accordance with Graduate School guidelines. Graduate Record Examination
(GRE) scores, an official undergraduate transcript, three letters
of recommendation, and a personal statement from the applicant are
required. Some prior experience in the Italian language is highly
desirable.
Financial Aid Limited need-based graduate fellowship funds
are available from the University's Graduate School. For more information,
contact Dorothy Williams, U-6, Storrs, CT 06269; phone (860) 486-3619.
Faculty
Norma Bouchard, Assistant Professor, Modern and Classical
Languages (Ph.D., Indiana)
John A. Davis, Professor, History (Ph.D., Oxford)
Kenneth Gouwens, Associate Professor, History (Ph.D., Stanford)
Franco Masciandaro, Professor, Modern and Classical Languages
(Ph.D., Harvard)
Thomas Riggio, Professor, English (Ph.D., Harvard)
Glen Stanley, Professor, Music (Ph.D., Columbia)
Bette Talvacchia, Professor, Art (Ph.D., Stanford)
European
Studies Major [back
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The European Studies program allows the student to construct a customized
major that focuses on an area of Europe - for example Western Europe
or Central Europe; or the student can focus on a topic - for example,
environmental protection, or cultural identity that cuts across
national boundaries from east to west. The European Studies major
prepares the student to work effectively in government, business,
journalism, and international organizations, or to pursue a degree
in graduate studies leading to a career in research, law or teaching.
Some students also combine a degree program in European Studies
with majors in History, Political Science, or Business.
Requirements The major in European Studies consists of a
minimum of 36 credits of 200 level interdisciplinary course work
built around eight core courses (24 credits) plus four related courses
(l2 credits). None of these courses may be taken on a PASS/FAIL
basis.
Related Courses Four courses chosen from at least two departments
of 200-level course work selected from the ES advisor's list of
approved electives and in close consultation with the major advisor.
Language Requirement Intermediate proficiency in reading,
writing, speaking, and understanding a European language other than
English, demonstrated either through completion of the fourth semester
of a college-level language sequence or through examination by a
faculty instructor in the language. Study abroad is strongly encouraged
as an effective means to increase proficiency. Linguistic and cultural
proficiency will significantly enhance your chances for study or
work opportunities later on.
Core Courses
- History 229: Europe in the 20th Century
- Modern Langs.: One 200 level course in European Civilization,
Culture or Literature
- One course in three of the following five fields:
- Geography
- Geography 254 - Contemporary Europe: A Geography
- Economics
- Economics 20l - Economic History of Europe
- Economics 242 - International Trade
- Economics 243 - International Finance
- Economics 244 - Trans. Econ. of Russia & E. Europe
- History
- History 228 - Europe in the l9th Century
- History 258/258W - Intell. & Social History in l9th
Century
- History 259/259W - Intell. & Social History in 20th
Century
- Political Science
- Political Science 23l/23lW - Pol. Institutions &
Behavior in W. Europe
- Political Science 230W - Politics of Eastern Europe
- Art History
- Art History 252/252W - l9th Century European Art
- Music 2ll/2llW - The Composer and the Composer's World
- Three courses chosen from one or more of the departments listed
above
An essential part of the European Studies major/minor is proficiency
in a European language and study abroad. Students
will be encouraged to study in a European country either through
a summer program or through a semester program at a European university.
There are currently 24 different study abroad programs for over
l6 European countries available to UConn. Study abroad opportunities
are available which require only English and which require prior
language training. These programs are designed not only for language
and culture immersion and training, but to suit a variety of interests
and academic programs, ranging from Engineering to Art History.
For more information on study abroad programs students can contact:
Study Abroad Programs Office
368 Fairfield Road, Unit 2207
Storrs, CT 06269-2207
Tel: (860) 486-5022
Fax: (860) 486-2976
For more information on Individualized Majors, contact:
Margaret A. Lamb, Ph.D.
Director Individualized Major Program
Undergraduate Education & Instruction
368 Fairfield Road, Unit 2207
Storrs, CT 06269-2207
Tel: (860) 486-3631
Fax: (860) 486-4985
CUE Building Rm 343
E-mail: margaret.lamb@uconn.edu
Web: http://www.imjr.uconn.edu
European
Studies Minor [back
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The minor in European Studies allows the student to pursue an interest
in social, historical, political, and cultural aspects of Europe,
or to pursue a topic, such as environmental protection or cultural
identity regardless of the area of concentration of their major.
Students electing this Minor must complete a minimum of l8 credits
at the 200 level distributed across the following categories:
- One required course: History 229 - Europe in the 20th Century
2. Three courses (9 credits) distributed across three of the following
four disciplines: Economics 20l/201W - Economic History of Europe
Geography 254- Contemporary Europe: A Geography History 228/228W
- Europe in the l9th Century History 259/259W- Intell. & Social
Hist. of 20th Century Political Science 23l/23lW - Political Inst.
of W. Europe Political Science 240 - Contemporary Pol. of Germany
- One three-credit course from the ES advisor's list of approved
electives. With the advisor's approval, a student may opt to do
a senior thesis, equivalent to three credits of the elective requirement,
on an aspect of European Studies
- One three-credit course at the 200 level in European literature,
culture, or civilization from the Modern and Classical Languages
listings, or the student may combine three one-credit Linkage
through Language modules for a total of three credits.
- Language requirement: Intermediate proficiency in reading, writing,
speaking, understanding a European language other than English,
demonstrated either through completion of the fourth semester
of a college-level language sequence or through examination by
a faculty instructor in the language. Study abroad is strongly
encouraged as an effective means to increase proficiency.
With consent of advisor, appropriate courses on European culture,
literature, politics, economics, art, music, history, geography,
philosophy, etc. will be accepted towards the major/minor in European
Studies.
An essential part of the European Studies major/minor is proficiency
in a European language and study abroad. Students
will be encouraged to study in a European country either through
a summer program or through a semester program at a European university.
There are currently 24 different study abroad programs for over
l6 European countries available to UConn. Study abroad opportunities
are available which require only English and which require prior
language training. These programs are designed not only for language
and culture immersion and training, but to suit a variety of interests
and academic programs, ranging from Engineering
to Art History.
Slavic and
East European Studies Minor [back
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Information about this program can be gained
by calling Ludmilla Burns in the Center for European Studies at
860-486-5888 or e-mailing her at Euradm01@uconn.edu
For more information on study abroad programs students can contact:
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS
368 Fairfield Road, Unit 2207
Storrs, CT 06269-2207
Tel: (860) 486-5022
Fax: (860) 486-2976
E-mail: sabadm03@uconnvm.uconn.edu
Web: http://studyabroad.uconn.edu
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