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IES Abroad Freiburg Summer - European Union: Politics & Economics (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Freiburg, Germany
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: IES 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Apartment (shared)
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Economics, International Relations, Political Science Program Type: Study Abroad
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:
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Freiburg, Germany

Summer - European Union: Politics & Economics

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About the Program

The European Union (EU) Summer Program examines the past, present, and future of the European Union with an innovative and comprehensive approach. You will be introduced to the complex decision-making procedures of the EU and analyze the dynamics of European policymaking. Explore the political, economic, environmental, and societal basis of European integration with a focus on the interaction and competition between the EU and global actors.

The program begins in Freiburg, Germany where you’ll start a specialized curriculum that will take you on 14 days of academic explorations to EU member states. Previous course related trips included destinations such as Strasbourg, Brussels, Paris, and Stockholm. Engage in a Model European Union, where you assume the role of a head of state or foreign minister of an EU country to analyze and debate issues of current concern in Europe, such as migration, security and foreign affairs, U.S.-EU relations, relations with Russia, and more. The Model EU concludes the Integrative Seminar and is the capstone of the program.
 

What’s Included

Personal Advising: Your IES Abroad advisor is here to help you prepare for study abroad.

Health & Safety: Your health and safety abroad is our highest priority.

On-the-Ground Staff: Our on-site staff and faculty are here to support you.

Cultural Activities: Our field trips and cultural events help you discover the culture and traditions of your host country.

At a Glance

Credits: 7

Visa Required: Maybe

Housing: University Apartment

Language of Instruction: English

Language Prerequisites: None

Scholarships & Aid

Our aid application allows you to apply online for nearly all of our scholarship and aid opportunities at once. With our High-Impact Aid Commitment we make sure that the most aid goes to students with the highest need. You can apply at any and we'll let you know your need-based aid status within five business days. Just make sure you meet the scholarship and aid application deadline for your term.

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Why IES Abroad

At IES Abroad, we're proud to be different. We can say that our academic standards are unmatched and our health and safety practices have set the standard for the field of study abroad. And all of that would be true.

But you know what really sets us apart? Our commitment to you.

As a not-for-profit study abroad and internship provider, you are our bottom line. Your success is our success. And in today’s world, that’s a pretty extraordinary thing.

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The IES Abroad Difference

Our mission is simple: to provide you with the best study abroad program possible—which includes the highest quality academic and cultural experiences.

Throughout your journey we're here to support you.

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