The EU as a Global Actor

This major provides students with cutting-edge knowledge on the EU in world affairs and global governance in areas such as sustainable development, energy, trade, economic governance, security, human rights, migration, health, development cooperation and humanitarian aid. Students also gain expertise on EU relations with key global and emerging actors in Europe, Asia, Africa, America, other regional and inter-regional arrangements in Europe and beyond, and international organizations. They investigate the post-colonial heritage in EU external relations and learn to understand the perceptions of the EU by external actors. This major prepares students for careers in EU institutions, the European External Action Service, ministries of foreign affairs, embassies, international organizations, NGOs, think tanks and academia.

The second semester study trip is an integral part of the academic programme, participation is obligatory and students are expected to attend all related conferences and activities. It counts for 2 ECTS.

(*): Shared with the European History and Civilization major.