PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• A bilingual city with a student population of more than 86,000 and an overall population representing 160 nationalities and 180 languages, Brussels is by far one of the most international cities in the world (Source:
Vrije Universiteit Brussel). Experience this exciting blend of cultures while living in Brussels’ university district, widely known as one of the coolest neighborhoods in all of Europe.
• Engage in specialty seminars and workshops featuring key decision-makers in the European Union, alongside a diverse yet close-knit student body. While Brussels School of Governance (BSoG) only hosts 450 students every year, nearly 300 are international students representing 60 nationalities.
• Embark on a Belgian culinary adventure as you delight your tastebuds with the country's world-famous chocolate, beer, waffles, and fries. Contrary to widespread belief, Belgium is the birthplace of the "French" fry – not France!
• BSoG offers a distinctive opportunity to take courses in the administrative hub of the European Union in policy-relevant fields, including Global Ethics, Humanitarian Law, Politics of the EU, and International Approaches to State-building, Reform, and Good Governance.
LIFE ABROAD
Enjoy all the perks of living in a “small” big city. Brussels is home to a vast student and international community, and there is always a concert, museum, or spacious park nearby to explore. Known as the “capital of Europe”, Brussels has tremendous global significance and has been shaped by a distinctive combination of cultural influences as evidenced in the fact there are three national languages: French, Dutch, and German.
INTERN
Participate in an internship for academic credit while studying in Brussels. Choose between a ‘single’ or ‘double’ internship. With a ‘single’ internship, you’ll work 150-180 hours over the course of the semester (12-15 hours/week) and earn 6 ECTS (3 U.S. credits). With a ‘double’ internship, you’ll work approximately 280 hours over the course of the semester (25 hours/week) and earn 12 ECTS (6 U.S. credits). The BSoG Internship Program provides an excellent opportunity to take the knowledge you’ll gain from your coursework and apply it in a relevant professional setting. Students will also enroll in courses at Vesalius College to complement their part-time internship.
What We Love About Brussels School of Governance
This program is ideal for high-achieving students, particularly those who are studying politics or international relations. When you study at BSoG, you'll be in the heart of European politics and will have a plethora of immersive professional opportunities available to you. Belgians are known for being welcoming and friendly; in an international city like Brussels, you’ll feel right at home before you know it. While still a tourist destination, Brussels feels like a small city disguised as a big city. It’s easy to navigate and centrally located within Europe making travel across the continent a breeze. You’ll never be at a loss for activities and events – the city is a cultural epicenter, and there are always multiple things to see and do.
LEARN MORE
Visit the Program Page for
Study in Brussels to learn more.
GET STARTED
You can meet with the ISEP Coordinator at your home campus or speak with an ISEP Student Services Officer, who will guide you through the application process, pre-departure, your time abroad, and your return.
To connect with ISEP, visit our website.
