How Europe Works: Institutions & Law in the EU (ILEU)

This business law programme is a unique blend of business, law, politics and culture, offering students the chance to undertake a demanding, in-depth study of the European Union. Participants explore the political and legal functions of the EU in greater detail, in order to provide a better understanding of the EU’s interactions and role within the world. Participants also benefit from on-the-ground experiences which include visits to a range of relevant institutions, and will reflect upon these experiences in their module on German culture & society from an intercultural perspective.

Date: 30 June – 20 July 2024
Course content:
European Governance
Human Rights and Labour in the EU
EU Corporate and Competition Law
The course programme also includes:
Academic support programme: Study visits to (political) institutions
German Culture & Society: Intercultural Perspectives module
Course language: English
Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL ibt 90 or equivalent) is required.
Target group: Upper undergraduate students of law, business and public administration, international relations and related fields (after two years of study) or graduates with good standing.
Number of participants: approx. 20-25
Registration deadline: 1 April, 2024
15 March, 2024 for nominated students from partner universities

Application starts 31 January 2024!

Accommodation

Student hostels with shared rooms and breakfast (former may be subject to change).
Arrival 30 June, 2024 (move in to accommodation), departure 20 July, 2024 (move out of accommodation)

Culture and Leisure Time Programme

The International Office team offers participants a wide variety of optional cultural and social events in Berlin and the surrounding area about twice a week. This may include visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites (e.g. the Museum Island in Berlin and castles and gardens in Potsdam), the Berlin Wall Museum and Holocaust Museum, or other leisure activities such as beach volleyball, a boat tour and a trip to a beer garden.

Credits:

75 contact hours

60 contact hours business course incl. academic support program
15 contact hours German Culture & Society

7 ECTS credits
One class hour is 45 minutes in length

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