BA in International and European Law

At the Brussels School of Governance's BA in International and European Law, you'll dive into experiential learning right from the start through a structured practical skills trajectory woven into every law course. This means hands-on training in analyzing case law, synthesizing legal materials, writing policy briefs, case notes, and pleadings, plus delivering oral presentations and mock court arguments—all in small, interactive classes that feel collaborative and real-world focused. You'll build these skills while working both solo and in teams, preparing you perfectly for international careers in law, diplomacy, or policy.

Here's how that plays out in specific program features, drawing directly from BSoG's curriculum:
- Team-based group work and in-class presentations throughout the program, fostering collaboration on legal analysis and research projects.
- Capstone project in your final year, where you apply everything learned to real-world challenges—like working for Brussels-based NGOs such as ECRE on topics like post-temporary protection policies for refugees.
- High-profile internships and networking opportunities, leveraging BSoG's prime Brussels location near EU institutions for prestigious placements in international organizations, lobby groups, or think tanks.
- Electronic information sources and research tools for international and European law, with training in research methods, including seminars on crafting research questions, outlines, and writing your BA thesis.
- Fictitious case pleadings and oral skills practice, simulating professional legal scenarios to sharpen your advocacy and communication.

At the Brussels School of Governance's BA in International and European Law, you'll dive into experiential learning right from the start through a well-designed practical skills trajectory woven into every law course. This means hands-on training in analyzing case law, synthesizing legal materials, writing policy briefs, case notes, and pleading notes, plus delivering oral presentations and mock pleadings in fictitious cases—all in small, interactive classes that feel personal and engaging. You'll build these real-world skills while learning to work both independently and in teams, preparing you for careers in international organizations, diplomacy, or NGOs, with our prime Brussels location giving you access to policymakers and practitioners who guest lecture and share frontline insights.

Here's how our program makes learning come alive:
- Team-based projects and capstone: Tackle a dedicated Capstone in International and European Law, plus seminars on research methods, thesis writing, and group work like "Global Justice in Action: The Procedural Law & Practice of International Courts," where you apply skills collaboratively.
- High-profile internships: Secure prestigious opportunities for networking and real-world exposure in international orgs, public affairs, and lobby groups—tailored to boost your career right after graduation.
- Practical simulations and skills labs: Practice pleadings, oral arguments, and policy analysis in interactive settings, with systematic rollout across courses focused on international/EU law, human rights, trade, and migration.
- Guest experts from the field: Courses feature practitioners like diplomats and legal pros for "law meets practice" sessions, drawing on Brussels' hub status for authentic global governance insights.
- Thesis and research projects: Develop your own BA Thesis through hands-on seminars, mastering social science research, critical writing, and outlining—perfect for think tanks or further studies.