Centre international de formation européenne

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master in EU Studies Online (2 years), Certificate in EU Studies Online (1 year)

Format: Hybrid, Online

Program Description:

With the European Online Academy, the Centre international de formation européenne in cooperation with the Jean Monnet Chair of the University of Cologne organises the Certificate (one-year) and Master in EU Studies Online (two-year). This programme is supported by the European Union.

Through a combination of e-learning and concentrated face-to-face-learning phases (at weekends mainly in Berlin, Rome, Brussels and Budapest) the European Online Academy allows the participants to deepen and to supplement their knowledge of the EU integration process. The programmes are an outstanding opportunity for young professionals to continue their studies while pursuing their career at the same time.

Both programmes offer an accurate blend of theoretical and practical knowledge. In the first year participants gain an enhanced knowledge of recent developments in the European integration process. After having successfully completed the first year, the participants obtain the Certificate in EU Studies Online (30 ECTS). In order to specialise in one of the core subjects (Political Science, Economics and EU Law), the participants may join the second year of the Master programme – whereby the general approach to the issues and tasks is an interdisciplinary one. After having submitted and defended a Master thesis they are awarded the Master in EU Studies Online (60 ECTS).

Deadline for the online application is 5 September 2012. A limited number of scholarship are awarded to particularly qualified candidates to cover part of the fee.

Objectives

- To gain an enhanced knowledge of recent developments in the European integration process and up-to-date insight into proceedings and policy areas, EU institutions, EU Law and Economics (1st year);
- To specialise in one of the core subjects (2nd year):
- Economics, Political Sciences or EU Law.
- Diploma „Master in EU Studies Online“ (60 ECTS Credit).

Requirements
- University Graduate Degree (minimum required BA)
- Commitment to EU topics or relevant work experience
- Fluency in English

Methodology
- The Master in EU Studies Online offers through a combination of e-learning and compact face-to-face learning phases in among others Berlin, Rome, Budapest and Brussels:
- Online-Courses and discussion forums;
- Interdisciplinary subject blend: Political Science, Economics and EU Law;
- Workshops and intercultural seminars;
- Simulations, tests, written and oral exams;
- Organised visits to the EU and national institutions, dialogue with decision makers.

The working language is English.

The participation fee is 3600 euro per year. This amount covers course materials, the educational and technical support, the use of the special internet workspace and boarding and lodging during the workshops in Berlin, Rome, Budapest and Brussels. Travel costs shall be paid by the participants.

Accreditation:

The project is financed with the financial support of the Lifelong Learning Programme JEAN MONNET of the European Commission.

Eligibility Requirements:

- University Graduate Degree (minimum required BA)
- Commitment to EU topics or relevant work experience
- Fluency in English

# of Credits Required:

Master 60; Certifica

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition In-State Full Time:

3600 EUR

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

3600 EUR

Financial Aid Offered: No