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Master of Arts in European Public Policy (MEPP)

  • Campus: SAIS Europe
  • Program Duration: One Year
  • Credits: 40 Credits

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OVERVIEW

The Master of Arts in European Public Policy is a one-year degree that prepares you for careers related to the European Union (EU). The program combines rigorous, multidisciplinary academic instruction on EU policies and activities, with hands-on, practical training in the skills and techniques required to succeed in the broad EU policy community. Career and placement mentoring is available throughout the year. MEPP students have priority in attending the annual Brussels career trek organized by the Careers Office.

Become an Expert

Gain an insider’s understanding of the functioning of the EU across a wide range of policy areas including climate, environment, energy, data protection, AI regulation, sustainability, the euro, migration, foreign policy, security, and defense. Build the skills to work effectively in roles such as contract agent, official, consultant, diplomat, think-tanker, NGO staffer, lobbyist, government affairs expert, business, regional or professional representative, journalist, and more.
 

What Your Schedule Will Look Like

The MEPP builds on the school’s strengths in multi-disciplinary analysis through a broad array of concepts and tools from history, law, economics, international relations, and political science.

Summer

The first summer courses provide an introduction to the basic concepts in economic and statistical analysis that will help you understand the economic context in which the EU operates.

Courses

  • Microeconomic Risk and International Trade
  • Clear Writing for European Public Policy

Duration

6 weeks

Fall Term

Learn the history, law and economics of European integration. You will also have the chance to take an elective in international economics or international relations.

Courses

  • History of European Integration
  • Law and Institutions of the European Union
  • Two Elective courses

Duration

13 weeks

Spring Term

Confront the main challenges facing Europe today and specialize in one or more areas of European public policy. As in the fall semester, you may take an elective in international economics or international relations. A minimum of four courses must be completed during the spring term.

Courses

  • Scenarios for the Future of Europe
  • European Economic Integration
  • One Elective
  • One or more of the following
    • European Union Foreign Policy
    • European Financial Markets
    • Europe and the Mediterranean Middle East

Duration

13 weeks

Summer Term

Complete an internship or undertake an original research project related to European public policy under the supervision of a faculty member.

Curriculum

LEARN FROM THE BEST

Study with world-class experts who are renowned for their scholarship, influence, and networks.

Michael Leigh

Academic Director, Master of Arts in European Public Policy, Academic Director, Master of Arts in Global Risk, Senior Adjunct Professor of European Studies

Mark Gilbert

C. Grove Haines Professor, Professor of History and International Studies

Erik Jones

Professor of European Studies and International Political Economy (on leave)

Vera Negri Zamagni

Senior Adjunct Professor of International Economics

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Advance Your Career

Students at SAIS Europe have recently interned with political risk and public affairs offices in Brussels and across Europe; with think tanks in Berlin, Brussels, London, Madrid, Paris, Rome, Warsaw, and Moscow; and with central banks in Slovenia, Luxembourg, and Frankfurt.

MEPP graduates will be trained with skill sets relevant to organizations including:

  • The European Commission
  • The European Parliament
  • The European Council
  • The Council of Ministers
  • The European Court of Justice
  • The European Central Bank
  • Diplomatic Missions to the EU
  • EU Executive Agencies
  • Journalism/Media
  • Non-Governmental Organizations
  • EU-focused Think Tanks
  • Foreign and European Affairs Ministries
  • EU Trade Associations and Governmental  Affairs Consultancies

Build Your Network

Join an influential alumni network of more than 20,000 professionals working across sectors in 140 countries around the world.

The program combines rigorous, multidisciplinary academic instruction on EU policies and activities, with hands-on, practical training in the skills and techniques required to succeed in the broad EU policy community.

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Throughout the academic year, students have the opportunity to learn outside the classroom during study trips, where they visit a myriad of organizations and meet with individuals who offer unique perspectives on current global affairs.

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Alumni return to SAIS Europe each year for the school's annual alumni weekend to share their professional and personal stories since graduating, and to connect with current students.

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Admissions Events

Oct 6 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Online SAIS Event

Mid-Career Master's Degrees Virtual Information Session

The Office of Admissions invites you to join this virtual session to learn more about our on-campus degree programs for experienced professionals, the Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) which...

Oct 6 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Off Campus SAIS Event

Idealist Fair: Chicago, IL

At the Idealist Grad School Fair you'll be able to:


  • Explore graduate programs in social work, public policy, nonprofit management, international affairs, public interest law, social entrepreneurship, and many more...

Oct 7 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Room 203, 1619 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Admissions Conference Room

MAGP Preview & Class Visit Day

Please join the Master of Arts in Global Policy program for professionals with at least 5 years of work experience for a "Preview Day" on our Washington DC campus.

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Beyond the Classroom

Through study treks, practicum projects, staff rides, career treks, and internships, you will gain practical, hands-on experience.

Brussels Career Trek

Gain insiders’ knowledge on working in the European Union environment. Meet alumni and professionals from the European Commission, European Parliament, NATO, and organizations and think tanks gravitating around the EU.

Internship Opportunities

The opportunities available include the European Commission and Parliament, the European Central Bank, the European Investment Bank and the European Stability Mechanism.

Bologna Institute for Policy Research (BIPR)

The Institute provides a forum for thought and debate and promotes problem-centered, interdisciplinary research in international policy, supporting the impact and dissemination of faculty research and students' intellectual activities.

Networking Events

Network with alumni and professionals and organize student-led events exploring your area of interest's challenges and opportunities outside the classroom.