European and Global Studies

From the beginning, I had an amazing experience at Unipd: I participated in real political life through elections for student representation and I won two positions as representative of my Master's degree and representative of African students in the international student council (2020-2022). Academically, I represented my department in summer school between Padova, Sao Paolo, and Leiden Universities about democracy and technology in our modern politics, while I also took part in the spring school organized with Humboldt zu Berlin University and other universities about terrorism and security politics. I also did an amazing Erasmus program at Tubingen University where I studied political philosophy. During my studies, I also worked as a Tutor for international students in the political science department.
In the end, I would say Padova University changed my whole future because before coming here I wanted just to study political science but after I met my supervisor, I became more involved into political philosophy.

The most interesting aspect about the Master is the variety of courses on European institutions and policies. What attracted me the most however is the Decolonial Studies course which led me to figure out my future career in the field of political philosophy with my supervisor. I recommend this program,e to students who want to know and specialize in European and security studies.

To potential students interested in applying, I would recommend, first off, to look and read the courses in detail from the website to see if they are a good fit for their dreams and skills. In the meantime, being a student in the political science field you must participate in extracurricular activities such as conferences, summer schools, and events. Mosat importantly you should have a reading routine outside of your normal courses and classes that improves your analytical skills and open your mind to many topics and ideas.

The city became my second home with many friends, experiences, and memories. I cannot forget my time in Padova as it mixes the Italian flavour and the international environment with students and friends from all over the world. If I look back to see myself in 2020, I think I was a different person and the reason why I become better and more confident was because my experience here in Padova.