Bachelor
Global Studies
Would you like to understand how different parts of the world are connected through global phenomena such as climate change and migration? Would you like to contribute to a more sustainable planet and debate solutions for a more just society? Do you want to understand global challenges from a variety of perspectives coming from psychology, law, economics, history, global health, politics and sociology, to name a few? Are you interested in learning a new language and strengthening your intercultural skills through practical, hands-on experiences? Then the new Bachelor’s programme Global Studies is for you.
Global Studies is a truly interdisciplinary programme. It is the only Bachelor in the Netherlands to have 6 faculties equally teaching in the programme. This means that experts will help you to integrate knowledge from different disciplines to better understand and intervene in complex global problems. You will study with an international group of students, receive two years of language training, and have the opportunity to conduct a field study.
Fast facts
- Explore five global topics in detail
- Learn with scholars from over a dozen disciplines
- Go on field study or choose a minor
- Have two years of language training
- Belong to a dedicated study association
- 3-year, full-time bachelor's programme
- Taught entirely in English
- Small-scale groups of about 12 students
- Application deadline: 1 April 2025 (non-EU/EEA) and 1 May 2025 (EU/EEA)
Student testimonials
This programme helps me see how different parts of the world are connected through phenomena such as climate change and migration and also to understand my position within this global context.
I really enjoy Global Studies, as it helps me to gain a deeper understanding about the multi-facetted interrelations of our modern globalised world.
Meet the student ambassador of the Global Studies programme
Srna Todorova, student ambassador Global Studies, @bachelorglobalstudies
"The research methods I’ve learned will help me tackle complex issues in any job. Moreover, I’ve developed soft skills like empathy that will aid me in becoming a global citizen."
Do you have a question about Global Studies? Send Srna a DM!
Read the entire interview with Srna here
Sign up for our Experience days or Online Q&A sessions
An Experience Day allows you to experience what it is like to be a student in one of our bachelor's programmes. You will attend a lecture and participate in a tutorial group, accompanied by advanced students who will be happy to answer all your questions.
Experience Days are intended for pre-university grammar school students in their last year of study who preferably have visited an Open Day at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences in Maastricht.
More information on the programme of the Experience Day:
FASoS Experience Day 2024
| 26 February 2025, 9 April 2025 | Arts and Culture, European Studies |
| 19 February 2025, 2 April 2025 | Digital Society, Global Studies |
During our Instagram live Q&A sessions you will be able to talk to our student ambassadors. They will answer all your questions regarding the content of the programme, living and studying in Maastricht and much more.
| Thursday 13 February 2025 16.00 – 17.00 |
All bachelor's programmes |
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Tuesday 29 April 2025 |
On boarding session with all bachelor's programmes |
UM and FASoS Campus Tour
At FASoS, we offer our prospective students the opportunity to join a campus tour on 18 December, 12 March 2025 and 7 May 2025. During this campus tour, one of our student ambassadors will show you our faculty, inner city and all important UM buildings. Are you not able to come one of the aforementioned dates? Don't worry! We also offer campus tours during our Open Days, Experience Days and Introduction Days.
Can't attend one of our Campus Tours?
No worries! You can request a personal visit to see our faculty and the university as well, by signing up through the link on the right.
Compare the FASoS bachelor's programmes
Are you curious which of our bachelor’s programmes suits you best? Would you like to know what your career opportunities are after finishing one of our four bachelor’s programmes? Are you still unsure which bachelor’s programme to choose? Below you find a useful tool to compare our bachelor’s programmes in terms of content, student profile, and career prospects.
Compare the FASoS bachelor's programmes!
Online Campus Tour
Are you not able to come from abroad for a campus tour? We also offer a virtual campus tour! Check it out through the interactive video on the right.
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