European Politics European Politics

In this program you will visit key European political institutions and meet political actors from lobbyists to diplomats, in a hands-on examination of how Europe functions as a whole and from region-to-region. You will acquire an in-depth understanding of international affairs and enhance your intercultural skills though the mix of classroom theory and experiential field experiences.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

PROGRAM STUDENT PROFILE

This program is right for you if your major is political science, international relations, government, and/or you are fascinated by the interplay between nation-states and the various group identities that define Europe and the contemporary world.

CORE COURSE OVERVIEW

>> European Politics: The European Union
You will gain a deeper understanding of the political and institutional fabric of Europe. You will examine the political and historical links between countries, and learn about regional politics, funds from EU, and how big political and strategic decisions are made and implemented.

BUILD YOUR OWN CURRICULUM

DIS has over 160 elective courses for you to build your curriculum from after choosing your required core course. You have to opportunity to focus on your major or diversify by selecting any combination of core courses based on your needs. Click here for electives related to Political Science, International Relations, and more.

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DIS Student Bloggers

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During our study tour to Brussels, my group was fortunate to meet with an interesting delegate from Turkey. Our class had been discussing Turkey’s role and its stance on entering the EU since the first day of class. It was fascinating to hear first hand some of the struggles and frustrations that the country has been facing as they try to join the EU. Additionally, we met with an advisor for a large lobbying firm called Business Europe and I quickly realized that it was experiences such as this that truly separate a DIS study tour from a typical trip to Belgium - I would have never had the opportunity to access and meet such high political officials and government workers.

Mary Baucom Saint Lawerence University

The European Politics program’s strength lies in its balance between an academic and hands on, active approach to education. The theories, policies, and institutions are presented in class in order to provide a solid foundation for the study tour to Brussels. Additionally, the professor’s background as a previous member of parliament and Minister of Transportation provides invaluable and entertaining insight. My expectations for the class have been surpassed in every way, in large part due to how fantastic the professor is.

Clinton Ibarra Georgetown University

Elective Courses Feature: Learning From the Pros

Go beyond your core class and enrol in additional electives that take you on field studies that access some of Copenhagen's most facinating systems and political actors! To name a few...

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