Politics & Security
How does the EU function? What are the main political and security dilemmas in Europe? Through classes, Study Tours, and meetings with local experts and decision-makers, examine the issues they face and the challenges of policy making in today's Europe. Seek to better understand what terrorism is, examine the impact of cybersecurity and cyberwarfare, and learn about the effects of migration and energy security on Europe.
Core Courses
European Game of Politics: Crisis and Survival
Fall/Spring, 3 Credits
The European Union has been called an Unidentified Political Object (UPO) because it is less than a federal state, but more than a federation of states. Therefore, the European game of politics is rather special with deep impacts on the present EU crisis and the future of EU survival. This course offers a broad study of the EU, including historical development, governing institutions, political processes, economic cooperation, and modern challenges. You will also explore major policies and approaches to the present crisis, all while learning ‘how to play the game’ of politics in Europe.
Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective
Fall/Spring, 3 Credits
This course is a study of terrorism – its causes and aims as well as its forms – and of counter-terrorism measures introduced by the international community and individual states. The course examines the implications of terrorism for international politics in the 21st century. Adopting a European perspective allows us to better understand the history, concept, and phenomenon of terrorism and the varied attempts to fight it.
Core Course Study Tours
This program travels on Study Tours to the following destinations:
European Game of Politics: Crisis and Survival:
Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective:
- Week-Long Study Tour: Belfast-Dublin
- Core Course Week: Denmark
Early in the semester, you delve into your academic focus during Core Course Week, in which you travel on a short Study Tour for three days in Denmark or a neighboring country, combined with a two-day seminar in Copenhagen. Later in the semester, you travel again with your Core Course on a week-long Study Tour in Europe.
While on tour, theories learned in the classroom come to life by meeting with professionals and experts in your field who contribute to furthering your understanding of course topics. Study Tours are hands-on and experiential, combining theory with practice, and expose you to additional cultural perspectives. You have the opportunity to visit sites and experts in your field of interest that you may not otherwise have access to.
Elective Courses
Add elective courses to complement your Core Course at DIS Copenhagen. You decide how to build your course load based on your needs and interests!
Electives range across disciplines and include research, workshops, studios, and even Exploration Electives, which come with a travel component.
Visit our website to view the full list of over 200 additional elective courses!
Prerequisites
European Game of Politics: Crisis and Survival:
Two political science courses at university level, with at least one focusing on either international relations or comparative politics.
