Description
The Bachelor's Degree in International and European Studies provides comprehensive interdisciplinary education in the fields of international relations, European studies, and international economics. Graduates acquire a strong theoretical and applied background for understanding, analysing, and addressing international, European, political, economic, and legal issues, while developing scientific reasoning, analytical competence, and professional expertise for careers in national and international environments.
Relation to Employment
The degree provides the scientific and professional background required for employment in international organisations, the Hellenic Diplomatic Service, public sector institutions, international businesses, research centres, non-governmental organisations, European Union bodies, import–export organisations, international consulting and legal services, as well as positions in international policy analysis, international marketing, and the management of European programmes.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a high school diploma and successful participation in national-level examinations or qualifying examinations.
Knowledge
Graduates acquire knowledge of international relations, European studies, international politics, diplomacy, international and European law, international economics, international trade, global governance, international security and strategy, as well as political and economic developments in the international and European environment. They also gain knowledge of public policy analysis, international institutions, and contemporary global challenges.
Skills
Graduates develop skills in analysing international, European, political, and economic developments, applying research methods and evidence-based public policy evaluation, using quantitative and qualitative analytical tools, communicating and negotiating effectively, and managing international and European programmes and projects.
Competences
Graduates are able to analyse and evaluate complex international, European, political, and economic issues, formulate evidence-based policy proposals, contribute to decision-making at international and European levels, work effectively in multicultural and interdisciplinary environments, and respond to the demands of the international environment with scientific responsibility and professional ethics.