Careers
The labour market
Graduates of East European Studies Master's programme have acquired an in-depth knowledge of Eastern Europe.
Possible employers are:
- European institutions such as the EU, the Council of Europe, OECD and the OSCE;
- National governments (in particular policy departments) such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs;
- The media;
- The national or European business community, including the services industry.
There are as many ways to understand Eastern Europe as there are nationalities in the region.Dr Gulnaz Sibgatullina Profile page Dr Gulnaz Sibgatullina
Academic skills
The programme offers you rigorous interdisciplinary training:
- to engage with new, cutting-edge research projects in the field;
- to develop analytical and communication skills that are essential in a professional research and policy environment, both at home and abroad.
Do you have ambitions to start your own business? The Humanities Venture Lab is the place for the humanities entrepreneur starting out. As a student or alumnus, you can find training, coaching, inspiration sessions, and a workplace here. Watch the video’s below to see what the Humanities Venture Lab can do for you.
Your diploma is not a farewell
After graduating, you don't have to say goodbye to the University of Amsterdam! We are happy to help you develop your career. You can join the young alumni programme, which will assist you in mapping out your career. And as an alumnus, you can also still use the Student Careers Centre.