The Center for European Studies offers a wide array of academic opportunities. At the Center, students can find two undergraduate minors and certificates in European Union and East-Central European Studies, a graduate certificate on Modern European Studies, language and area studies courses in a range of disciplines from political science to food and human nutrition, and study abroad programs that take students to the heart of Europe.
In today’s globalized society, it is critical for students from all majors to develop an understanding of the broader world beyond the US. European Studies offers students the opportunity to look at their major from a new perspective, whether it be the differences in political institutions in Europe and other world regions, advances in astronomy and the work being done by the European Space Agency, or urban development and sustainable building in major European cities.
Learning a European language or taking area studies courses on Europe expands students’ understanding and analytical abilities, develops their job-related skills, and fosters a new generation of global Gators!
Current and Past Courses
From secret police under Communism to European road movies, the Center offers a variety of classes in multiple disciplines relating to the study of Europe.
Undergraduate Degrees and Programs
The Center offers multidisciplinary coursework and degree programs for undergraduate students. Among the opportunities for students are minors, certificates, language and area studies courses, and fellowships and travel awards.
Graduate Certificate
The Center for European Studies offers numerous opportunities for graduate students to advance their studies and demonstrate a specialization in Europe. Graduate students can earn a certificate in Modern European Studies from CES, combining language and area studies coursework.
Study Abroad
The Center sponsors two dynamic programs in Europe – UF in Brussels and UF in Prague. Spend your summer in the heart of Europe, exploring the rich historical, cultural, and political landscapes of Belgium and the Czech Republic.
Working Groups
The Center for European Studies supports interdisciplinary and department working groups related to European Studies research. The faculty driven research groups develop papers, conferences, and presentations.
CES Internship Program
The CES semester-long unpaid internships, available to UF students, serve as an introduction to the practical side of running a top-ten area studies center at a major US research university. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for both communications and research interns.
CES Research Fellows
The CES Research Fellows provides a unique opportunity for students to gain research experience while learning research methodologies of various academic disciplines and approaches. Research opportunities are available in both social sciences and humanities fields.
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