The first semester of the Department of European Political and Governance Studies contains 3 compulsory courses (7 ECTS each) that allow students to develop a sound background in European politics, law, institutions and economic integration.

• CHANG M. - The Political Economy of European Integration (40h)

• COSTA O. - Politics and Policy-Making of the EU (40/20h)

• JACQUE J.P. - Droit institutionnel de l’Union européenne (40h)

In addition, the preparation phase of the Simulation Game (7 ECTS) takes place.

• HERMANIN C. & SETTEMBRI P. & WORTH J. - Negotiation and Decision-Making in the EU : A Simulation Game (50h)

Students also follow one course from the European General Studies Programme.

"The Department for European Political and Administrative Studies allows its students to focus on specific areas of interest while pursuing their studies at the College of Europe with a practical approach, which represents a very good preparation for the rest of the graduates' career."
- Nadim Abillama (Chopin promotion)