Brussels School of Governance

Vrije Universiteit Brussel

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The Brussels School of Governance is a leading hub for interdisciplinary teaching and innovative research. Through our internationally accredited Master, LL.M. and Advanced Master programmes, we equip students with the skills and insights needed to address today’s most pressing societal challenges. We offer a personalised, career-oriented study experience in a diverse and international classroom. Our teachers include many practitioners and experts in their fields, working in the Brussels’ business community or international institutions. Areas of study include security, diplomacy, European governance & policy-making, and international & European Law. Discover where Europe is shaped. Explore our programmes.

Why study at the Brussels School of Governance?

Study on the doorstep of the EU institutions, NATO, NGOs, and more

Benefit from small, interactive classes with a low student-teacher ratio

Learn from practitioners working in the Brussels business and policy communities

Rely on the quality of research-backed education

Enjoy real-world preparation through internships, Capstone projects, Model UN and EU and career services

250

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Brussels Belgium

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About the Brussels School of Governance

The Brussels School of Governance (BSoG) is recognised by the European Commission as a Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence. Jean Monnet Centres of Excellence are hubs for European Union studies funded by the European Commission’s Erasmus+ programme.

Our programmes are grounded in the expertise of four research centres that shape our teaching with cutting edge knowledge. Students benefit from insights on digital transformation, sustainability transitions, migration and diversity, as well as contemporary security and diplomacy. This research-driven foundation ensures that learning is directly informed by the latest developments and real-world challenges.

The in-house expertise of the BSoG is further strengthened by a close collaboration with an international network of partners, such as the United Nations University (UNU-CRIS), NOVA University of Lisbon, University of Warwick and the EUtopia European university network.

Subjects available at the Brussels School of Governance

Business & Commercial Law

Comparative Law

European Union Law

International Economics

Political Economics

Politics - Comparative

Strategic Management

Development Studies

Law

Politics

Public International law

Public Policy

Politics - International Relations

Politics - International Politics

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Student life at the Brussels School of Governance

At the BSoG, we believe that education extends far beyond the classroom. Our students are part of a multicultural, inclusive, and engaged community, with opportunities to take part in a wide range of extracurricular activities.

Student clubs are dynamic and evolve each year to reflect the diverse interests of our student body. Among the most popular are the Model United Nations (MUN) and Model European Union (MEU) events and Debate Clubs, which thrive in a school closely connected to European institutions and the United Nations. From simulating global debates in Madrid or Paris to representing EU delegations in New York or Brussels, students immerse themselves in international diplomacy and policymaking. These experiences go beyond simulation, offering opportunities to develop leadership, strengthen negotiation skills, and build lasting friendships with peers from across the globe.

Students looking to represent their peers can join the Student Government, which connects the student body, faculty, and administration while safeguarding students’ academic interests and rights.

In addition, students can actively engage with prospective applicants by becoming BSoG ambassadors during Open Days, campus visits, and education fairs. Everyone is welcome to get involved, contribute to student life, and leave their mark on the BSoG community.

Click here to learn more about student life at BSoG, or hear it first-hand from our students.

Student profiles

Esther

Esther is an LLM alumna, graduated in 2024. You can watch her video testimonial about the programme here: https://youtu.be/CMKL9m-6gFY

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Mertcan

Meet Mertcan, an LLM student at BSoG, who tells us more about his experience and takeaways of the programme - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPt7lnwxoc4

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Robin

Robin is a graduate from our EuroMaster. You can watch his video testimonial here: https://youtu.be/WvJSN9RsDG8

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Iraklis

Meet Iraklis, one of our Advanced Master on European Governance students. He talks about his experience and how he thinks that "the EuroMaster is a brand name here in Brussels, and in general in the EU affairs sector: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7gajHAVnCA

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Sascha

Meet Sascha, one of our EuroMaster students. In this interview, he shares more about his current job position and how our programme has enhanced his analytical skills and professional confidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g11KaAUW-5o

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Maya

Meet Maya, one of our MA in Global Security and Strategy graduates. In this interview, she reflects on her journey at our School, what motivated her to choose this programme, how the MA has enhanced her knowledge in the field, the sense of community and opportunities she discovered here, and her most memorable moments - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOVNyLljC_0

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Patrick

Meet Patrick, one of our MA in Diplomacy and Global Governance graduates. In this interview, he explains how the skills acquired in this programme helped him in his current job and shares his most memorable moments at BSoG - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH28IHu58nQ

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Laura

Laura is a graduate from our PGC Programme. You can watch her video testimonial about it here: https://youtu.be/t_y2jYJ6-7k

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Manuel

https://youtu.be/F4nA-qpVbvY?si=NZn7j0hIqFRr5Mes

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Sarah

Sarah is a Postgraduate certificate alumna. You can read her testimonial here: https://www.brussels-school.be/education/postgraduate-certificate-global-risk-analysis-and-crisis-management-gracm

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Casper

Casper is a 2024 Summer school student. You can read his testimonial here: https://www.brussels-school.be/education/summer-school-eu-policy-making

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Chloë

Chloë is a 2023 Summer school student. You can read her testimonial here: https://www.brussels-school.be/education/summer-school-eu-policy-making

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Prachi

Meet Prachi, one of our Summer School students. In this interview, she shares her motivations to join the programme and her most memorable moments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Irtd7EFnltE

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Kristofer

Kristofer is a 2023 Winter School student. You can read this testimonial here: https://www.brussels-school.be/education/winter-school-eu-policy-making

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