The Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) in EU Policy Making is an online programme focusing on the European Union’s integration process, institutions, decision-making procedures and policies. Organised by the Brussels School of Governance (BSoG) at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), this innovative educational programme in European studies is geared towards professionals as well as students with a daytime schedule. Its curriculum can be flexibly followed over the course of one or two academic years.

I have chosen to participate in the Postgraduate Certificate in EU Policy Making because I am working in the EU public administration and I wanted to further advance my knowledge in policy making. The programme delivered above my expectations not only regarding topical content and discussions but also in terms of high-quality speakers. The programme challenged me and helped me to improve my public policy analysis skills.
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Martina Nagyova
Postgraduate Certificate alumna

Key features

  • 5 online courses covering the European integration process, the EU, its institutions, and policies (September-June) 
  • Intensive 2-week Summer School in Brussels and Vienna (July) or online Winter School (February) on EU Policy Making
  • European studies certificate instructed by EU experts
  • Flexibility as regards start date (July or September) and duration (1 or 2 years)
  • Designed for full-time professionals or students with a daytime schedule
  • Organised by a Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence
  • Unique educational experience based on the STEP approach to teaching and learning
  • Supported by the extensive expertise of our Office for Teaching, Learning and Innovation to accommodate sophisticated blended teaching methods