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The College of Europe Le Collège d’Europe

The College of Europe Le Collège d’Europe. “… en se côtoyant quotidiennement les uns les autres, ils se sont aperçus que l’Europe est possible en grand, puisqu’elle se réalise humainement en microcosme.” Hendrik Brugmans (Recteur, 1949-1972). About this presentation.

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The College of Europe Le Collège d’Europe

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  1. The College of Europe Le Collège d’Europe “… en se côtoyant quotidiennement les uns les autres, ils se sont aperçus que l’Europe est possible en grand, puisqu’elle se réalise humainement en microcosme.” Hendrik Brugmans (Recteur, 1949-1972)

  2. About this presentation • What is the College of Europe? • History and ‘raison d’être’ • Academic • Student Life • Admission and scholarships • After the College • Development Office www.coleurope.eu

  3. What is the College of Europe? The College of Europe is the oldest institute of postgraduate European Studies “The College of Europe: the place to study and experience Europe” - Rector Demaret www.coleurope.eu

  4. History and “raison d’être” • 1948: Hague Congress • Founded in 1949 • Founding fathers: Don Salvador de Madariaga Father Karel Verleye • First Rector: Dr. Hendrik Brugmans • Natolin campus founded in 1993 www.coleurope.eu

  5. History and “raison d’être” “I remember my years at the College of Europe with fondness. I can say that it opened my eyes to the extraordinary enterprise of European integration, an area where so much progress has been achieved since then.” Louise FréchetteDeputy Secretary-General, United Nations www.coleurope.eu

  6. College “Quick Facts” • Location two residential campuses, Bruges (Belgium) and Natolin (Warsaw, Poland) • Qualification awarded Masters in European Studies • Duration 10 months: September-June • Working Languages English and French • Teaching Staff 140 professors and practitioners, 21 nationalities • Funding Scholarships, student loans and self-financing • Alumni Professional Network of 8500 members www.coleurope.eu

  7. The students of the College More than 400 postgraduates from 54 countries Number of languages spoken Average age: 25 Age range: 21 - 38 www.coleurope.eu

  8. AcademicProgrammes • Masters degrees awarded in • European Community Law (Bruges) * • European Economic Studies (Bruges) * ^ • European Political and Administrative Studies (Bruges) • EU International Relations and Diplomacy (Bruges) • European Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies (Natolin, Warsaw) Specialisation available in: * European Law and Economic Analysis ^ European Economic Integration and Business • Variety of teaching methodologies www.coleurope.eu

  9. Academic ProgrammesTimeline of the academic year First semester: • Compulsory Courses • Exams in December Second semester: • Optional Courses & Master’s Thesis • Exams in May • Study Trips www.coleurope.eu

  10. Academic ProgrammesBruges Campus European Economics • Around 40 students • Background in Economics • Specialisation possible in: • European Law & Economic Analysis • European Economic Integration & Business www.coleurope.eu

  11. Academic ProgrammesBruges Campus European Legal Studies • Around 100 students • Degree in Law required • Language Rule • Specialisation possible in: • European Law & Economic Analysis www.coleurope.eu

  12. Academic ProgrammesBruges Campus European Political & Administrative Studies • Around 100 students • Background primarily in political science and European studies • Focus on EU institutions & decision-making www.coleurope.eu

  13. Academic ProgrammesBruges Campus EU International Relations & Diplomacy Studies • Around 70 students • Background primarily in international relations and political science • Two-week study visit to Natolin • Compulsory language course • French requirement • Focus on the EU’s external relations www.coleurope.eu

  14. Academic ProgrammesNatolin Campus • European Interdisciplinary Studies • Around 110 students • Students come from a wide range of academic backgrounds • First semester – courses in Politics, Law, Economics and History • Two study trips as part of the academic programme Ms Ewa Osniecka-Tamecka, Vice Rector of the Natolin campus www.coleurope.eu

  15. Academic ProgrammesNatolin Campus • 4 Specialisations in the 2nd semester: • Governance in the EU • The EU as a Regional Actor • The EU as a Global Actor • Single Market www.coleurope.eu

  16. Student Life • Study Trips • Student-organised conferences • Belarus Working Group • National Parties • Student Bar • Debating society, • chorale, sports… www.coleurope.eu

  17. Recent Opening Ceremonies • Carl Bildt, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden • David Miliband, Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs • Jean-Claude Juncker, Prime Minister of Luxembourg • Aliaksandr Milinkevich Opposition leader in Belarus • Javier Solana High Representative for CFSP • Viktor Yushchenko President of Ukraine www.coleurope.eu

  18. Selected Speakers 2006-2007 • Josep Borrell President, European Parliament • Günther Verheugen Vice President, European Commission • Toomas Hendrik Ilves President of Estonia • Manuel Marín González President, Congress of Deputies of Spain • Philippe Douste-Blazy French Minister of Foreign Affairs www.coleurope.eu

  19. Admissionandscholarships • Competences Required • Relevant University Degree with good results • English and French (level dependent on the study programme) • Interest in European Integration • Application Process • Online Application • Supporting documents should be sent to the College and the national selection committee (if applicable) www.coleurope.eu

  20. Admissionandscholarships • Selection Procedure • Applications reviewed by Selection Committees and the College • Personal Interviews • Over 80% granted full or partial scholarships • Fees cover tuition, lodging and most meals • 2008/2009 fees: €17.640 www.coleurope.eu

  21. AftertheCollegeCareers Service & Alumni outcomes • Careers Service: • Seminars on: the job search; Cover letter & CV writing; Interview techniques • Workshops on CV writing, Interview techniques Alumni profile: www.coleurope.eu

  22. AftertheCollege The Alumni Association • Headquarters in Brussels • 18 regional groups in 16 countries • Network of more than 8500 alumni • Services to Alumni: • Online alumni community • College and alumni newsletter • Careers Service www.coleurope.eu

  23. DevelopmentOffice • Centralisation and co-ordination of joint activities with EU Institutions, local and national authorities, universities and society at large • Complements College study programmes by • Developing and coordinating European projects • Organising seminars and workshops • Extending the College’s network of professional and academic partners www.coleurope.eu

  24. Questions? www.coleurope.eu

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