Executive Master in EU Studies programme at the European Institute – two-year programme for professionals

Applications are now open for the Executive Master in EU Studies at the European Institute, CIFE, a flexible, two-year programme designed for professionals who want to study while continuing their careers.

The European Institute is one of the seven institutes supported by the European Commission. The two-year programme starts in October 2026.

The programme provides structured knowledge of EU fundamentals, focused on key issues for in-depth understanding, and a future-oriented approach to EU integration.

Through a combination of e-learning and intensive face-to-face-learning phases (during weekends in Berlin, Barcelona, Budapest, Brussels, Nice, Rome and Vienna), the programme offers a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge, with courses taught by renowned academics from various European countries and experts from research institutions and national governments.

A limited number of tuition grants are available.

To apply, one needs to have a Bachelor degree and proficiency in English.

The deadline for applications is 5 September.

Completing the course, graduates receive two certifications: the Executive Master in EU Studies diploma of CIFE, granting 60 ECTS at Master level, and the Policy Officer in European and International organisations degree qualification (level 7 EQF), recognised by the French state.

An admission information session is scheduled for 7 April 2026. To register, please, fill this online form. 

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