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Who we are

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245 students from across the world

European Union (non-UK) 58%North and

Central America 17% Asia 17%

UK 6%

Middle East 1%

Africa 0.5%

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The European Institute is a multidisciplinary centre for the study of European politics, economics and culture in a globalised world.

Southeast Asia 17%

STAFF

32 teaching staff

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RESEARCH

Our smaller size is your advantage! You’ll get to know more students in your programme, and from the other programmes in the department.

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Where do EI GRADUATES WORK?

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43 number of countries where EI alumni are working

90% of European Institute graduates had positive employment outcomes six months after graduation

£27,000 median salary of European Institute graduates

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Do more at the European Institute

Be part of a vibrant social and learning community

We offer you opportunities to engage with fellow students and academics outside of the classroom. Join staff at informal dinners, go on an educational walking tour of London, participate in our popular Café Europa baking competitions, or attend our student conference in an English country manor house.

Develop skills to make yourself more employable in a crowded job market. We offer workshops on blogging, legislative drafting, lobbying, policy proposals and political risk, as well as opportunities meet successful EI alumni at our networking lunches.

We want your input and feedback. From focus groups and surveys, anonymous feedback cards or formal representation on departmental committees, there are many ways to contribute to the running of your department.

We put students first

Build vital networking and professional skills

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Federico Rinaldi MSc Culture and Conflict in a Global Europe alumnus

The EI is a stimulating environment to study, meet amazing people and challenge your limits! I loved my programme because it allowed me to reflect and develop critical thinking on crucial issues such as eurocentrism, cultural conflicts, terrorism and question my positions.

MSc Culture and Conflict in a G

lobal Europe

MSc Culture and Conflict in a Global EuropeAn exploration of the multifaceted opportunities and challenges globalisation brings to Europe.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

• Interdisciplinary knowledge and an understanding of culture and conflict, drawing on political, global, social and philosophical thought.

• The capacity to analyse European debates and policies on culture and conflict in a global context.

• Key courses include: The Culture of European Politics, Culture and Security in Global Politics, and Democracy, Ideology and the European State.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Some possible career destinations with this degree: Foreign Policy Journalism Education NGOs International Organisations

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Carl GieseckeMSc Political Economy of Europe alumnus

The European Institute offers an unrivalled opportunity to study Europe at the heart of one of the leading institutions in the world. Its interdisciplinary approach – covering political economy, public policy, philosophy or conflict studies – empowers students with the tools to tackle Europe’s most salient issues.

MSc Political Econom

y of Europe

MSc Political Economy of EuropeA historically grounded, multi-disciplinary analysis of key political and economic processes and problems in Europe.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

• Knowledge and understanding of the interaction between the economy and politics in Europe and its international context.

• The ability to identify the drivers behind the processes of European integration and fragmentation, and the institutions governing these processes.

• Key courses include: Political Economy in Theory and History, Political Economy of Integration and Fragmentation in Europe, and Concepts in Political Economy.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Some possible career destinations with this degree: Politics Diplomacy Consultancy International Financial Institutions International Organisations

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Miguel Cortijo-Antona MSc EU Politics alumnus

The European Institute, with its different networking events and professional skills programme, creates the necessary conditions for a successful professional career within the world of politics, public policy institutions and business. I’m very pleased that I took the decision to study at the EI.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

• A deeper understanding of the wider domestic and international processes and effects of European integration and policy-making.

• Development of your professional skills for careers with government organisations, NGOs or the private sector.

• Key courses include: European Policy-Making and International Cooperation, and Evidence and Analysis in Policy-Making.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Some possible career destinations with this degree: Government Business Academia EU Institutions NGOs

MSc European and International Public PolicyMSc European and International Public Policy A multi-disciplinary analysis of contemporary European politics and public policy, including its impact on Europe, EU member states and the broader international system.

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Wahed Moez MSc International Migration and Public Policy alumnus

Thanks to the presence of internationally renowned faculty members – and their commitment towards the intellectual development of students – I have developed a nuanced understanding of the various effects of human mobility on policy choices at the global, regional, national, and local levels of governance.

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igration and Public PolicyMSc International Migration and Public PolicyA unique range of courses that will deepen your knowledge of public policy responses to international migration issues at the local, regional, national and global levels.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

• A deeper understanding of the major historical and contemporary debates about international migration, and the ways that migration poses challenges for public policy matters.

• How to analyse the relationship between migration, globalisation and public policy.

• Key courses include: International Migration and Immigration Management, International Migration and Migrant Integration, and International Migration: EU Policies and Politics.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Some possible career destinations with this degree: International Institutions Public Service Politics NGOs Immigration Organisations

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Do Won Kim MSc European Studies (Research) alumna

As a non-European student, I can confidently say that the European Institute is the perfect place for students, regardless of whether they are EU citizens or not. With its welcoming faculty and active communication with students, I feel I am part of the European Institute community.

MSc European Studies (Research)

MSc European Studies (Research) A methodologically and historically grounded, multi-disciplinary analysis of Europe as a political, economic and cultural space.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

• Substantive themes in European integration and disintegration, with a strong emphasis on methodological training.

• Both quantitative and qualitative methodology, and how to apply them robustly throughout your research process.

• Key courses include: European Policy-Making and International Cooperation, Political Economy in Theory and History, The Culture of European Politics, and Foundations of Social Research.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Some possible career destinations with this degree:

Academia Government Diplomacy Think Tanks Consultancy

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Marta Lorimer MSc Double Degree in European Studies alumna, and current EI PhD candidate

The most enriching part of the double degree programme was that the two degrees were nicely complementary. At the EI, I learned about how things work, how to look at issues from all sides, and that ‘so what?’ is really the most important question one can ask. This is truly comprehensive education.

MSc Double Degree Program

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MSc Double Degree ProgrammesThe European Institute offers bespoke two-year double degree programmes with three different global partners. These select programmes are delivered by world-leading experts in their fields.

Double Master’s Degree in European Studies Spend your first year in Paris at Sciences Po, studying Master Affaires Européennes (Master of European Affairs) and your second year in London in the European Institute at LSE, studying either Culture and Conflict in a Global Europe, Political Economy of Europe, or European and International Public Policy.

Double Master’s Degree in Global Political Economy of China and Europe Year one of the programme takes place in London in the European Institute at LSE, where you will study the Global Political Economy of China and Europe. For year two you will be at Fudan University in Shanghai, where you will study Public Policy.

Double Master’s Degree in European and International Public Policy and Politics Your first year is spent at Bocconi University in Milan, where you will study Politics and Policy Analysis. Your second year will be in London at the European Institute at LSE, where you will study European and International Public Policy.

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Andrea Gutierrez-Cristobal European Institute alumna, 2018/19

The European Institute is the best place to study for anyone wanting to know more about Europe and its place in the international arena. I felt like I never stopped learning, inside and outside the classroom.

Serene HoEuropean Institute alumna , 2017/18

The EI not only provides academic knowledge, but a wide-range of experiences. I particularly enjoyed exchanging ideas with my course mates, and

the great diversity of people here made the conversations stimulating.

Student voices

Firoza Dodhi European Institute alumna , 2018/19

The European Institute is committed to fostering a culture of collaboration between students and faculty; the interactive environment encourages the intellectual development of all students. It is a privilege to be part of the EI community.

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