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• Established in 1949, after Congress by • The oldest and most prestigious institute of postgraduate European Studies • Attracts some of the most important statespeople in Europe as speakers

A Few Facts

• Locations: One College – Two Campuses: Bruges – & Natolin () –

• Degree awarded: Advanced Master (accredited NVAO)

• Working languages: English and French

• Duration: 10-11 months (from August/September to June)

• Student body: +440 postgraduate students, over 55 nationalities, Average age: 26 years

• Teaching staff: 230 professors and practitioners from over 20 nationalities, 35 academic assistants

• Funding: More than 70% of our students have scholarships

• Alumni: Professional network of more than 11,500 alumni Campus in Bruges

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Verversdijk Extension Dijver Building Campus in Bruges

Student and Academic Life in Bruges Studies in Bruges

■ EU International Relations and Studies

■ European Economic Studies // specialisations:  European Economic Integration & Business  Option European Law and Economic Analysis  Option European Public Policy Analysis

■ Political and Governance Studies  Option European Public Policy Analysis

■ European Legal Studies  Option European Law and Economic Analysis

Campus in Natolin

■ 120-hectare historical park and nature reserve - formerly the Royal hunting palace of Natolin

■ The Palace was built by Prince August Czartoryski in the 1780s. Different owners of the Polish aristocracy redesigned and developed the palace with the help of Italian and Polish artists and craftsmen

■ Following extensive damage during WW2, the entire Natolin estate became a state property in 1945, and from 1946 onwards was closed to the public, becoming the weekend residence of the President of the Republic

■ The restoration of the Palace and associated buildings and the monuments in the Park was largely completed in the 1990s.

Campus in Natolin

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Natolin Park Warsaw City Center Campus in Natolin

Student and Academic Life in Natolin Studies in Natolin

Advanced in European Interdisciplinary Studies

■ One-year bilingual (English-French) course of study leading to a prestigious degree of Master of Arts ■ An intensive programme in EU Politics, Policies and , Law, Economics and European History and Civilization, offering a 360 degree approach to European Studies ■ Four specializations (second semester):  EU Public Affairs and Policies  The EU as a Global Actor  European History and Civilization  EU Neighbours and the European Neighbourhood Policy Studies in Natolin

Advanced Master of Arts in European Interdisciplinary Studies

■ A distinguished faculty of academics and practitioners from all over the world ■ Two Chairs: European Neighbourhood Policy and European History & Civilization ■ Study trips, international competitions, special lectures and VIP events ■ Language courses in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Polish and Russian ■ A Careers Service and a dedicated Professional Skills Programme ■ A multicultural community of more than 130 students from over 30 nationalities ■ A richly stocked library with more than 42,000 books ■ A beautiful and historic campus in a protected natural reserve in Warsaw The College Formula

■ “Flying Faculty”: visiting specialists - academics and practitioners ■ Active participation (workshops, simulation games, compact seminars) ■ A wide range of extracurricular activities ■ An intense multi-cultural experience ■ Working in two languages ■ The opportunity to meet world leaders and international opinion formers The College Year

First semester

■ Courses, workshops ■ Exams in November and December ■ Study trip

Second semester ■ Specializations, courses and MT ■ Exams in May and June ■ Study trips Admission Requirements

■ Completed university degree in a relevant discipline (at least 240 ECTS)

■ Good and solid academic results

■ English Level minimum B2 French level minimum A2/B1 (option: Language Summer Academy)

■ Interest in European Affairs, , Geopolitics, Area Studies, International Relations, Foreign Policy, Security Studies, Energy Studies

■ Ambition and ideas, open-mindedness

■ Successful completion of the online application and interview Tuition and Fees

■ Tuition fees ■ Accommodation and meals Academic year ■ Library ■ Language courses 2018-2019 = 25.000 € ■ Careers Service ■ Professional Skills Programme ■ Study trips ■ Medical insurance on campus Scholarship Schemes

■ Full scholarships offered by the College of Europe – ENP Scholarships

■ Full scholarships for students of history and related disciplines – Geremek Scholarships (Natolin campus only)

■ For more information: www.coleurope.eu/admission/scholarships How to apply?

• Applications are open from 1st November 2017 to 17th January 2018

• On-line application – motivation letter, two reference letters

Alumni and Careers

■ European Institutions 25%

■ Services – Private sector 27%

■ National administration 18%

■ Academia 10%

■ Primary and secondary sectors 9%

Alumni Association

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