Wonderful experience; academics not quite Master's level

The M.A. in American Studies, taught at Ghent University in Belgium, has been a wonderful experience for me. I completed the program in 2014. Thanks to the rather strict admission standards, we were a small group of motivated students from many backgrounds, including international students from Vietnam to the US. Fun and camaraderie for an entire year. The academics, however, are not quite what you would expect of a Master of Arts degree. While the courses offer insights into many disciplines, few studies are really explored in depth. Since history, politics, law, and economics were all taught by the same professor, we missed out on the great diversity that could go into so many different courses. The M.A. in American Studies at Ghent Uni. is a great experience for those who have little background in US Studies, but it isn't up to par for those looking for more specialist training and scholarship.