Program Overview
The European Union and Contemporary Europe Certificate of Advanced Study provides a comprehensive understanding of European politics, culture, and economics. It consists of 12 graduate-level credits, including a required course and electives, and can be pursued concurrently with any graduate program at Syracuse University. The program prepares graduates for careers requiring expertise in the European region, such as policy analysis, government relations, international business, and non-profit organizations. It offers unique opportunities for internships in Europe and capstone projects involving European organizations.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The European Union and Contemporary Europe Certificate of Advanced Study provides a solid basis in European politics, culture, and economics, preparing graduates for careers requiring expertise in the region. The program is available on campus in Syracuse, NY, consists of 12 graduate-level credits (four courses), and can be pursued concurrently with any graduate program at Syracuse University.
Objectives:
Upon completion of the certificate program, students will:
- Gain knowledge about the European Union (EU) and the challenges it faces.
- Recognize current European events and their implications considering the cultural, social, economic, and political diversity among European countries.
- Develop introductory skills in a European language, participate in an internship in Europe, or complete a capstone project involving a European organization.
Outline:
Content and Structure:
The certificate program comprises 12 credit hours, including one required course and a selection of electives.
Required Course(s):
Students must complete one of the following required courses:
- PSC 756 Politics of the European Union
- PSC 600 The EU and Beyond: Identity, Politics, and the New Europe
- ANT/HUM/SOC 670 The Culture and Politics of Reconciliation in Central Europe
- Offered during the Summer at the University's Strasbourg Center in France.
Elective Coursework:
Students select 9 credits from a range of approved courses or other activities, such as internships, language study, independent study, or capstone experiences.
Course Schedule:
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Module Descriptions:
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Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- Coursework
- Projects
- Exams
Assessment Criteria:
- Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 for all classes taken towards the certificate.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
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Faculty:
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Unique Approaches:
- The certificate program offers the option for students to participate in an internship in Europe or complete a capstone project involving a European organization.
- The program also includes a language requirement.
Careers:
Career Paths:
- Policy analyst
- Government relations
- International business
- Non-profit organizations
Job Opportunities:
The certificate program prepares graduates for careers that require expertise in the European region, including roles in policy analysis, government relations, international business, and non-profit organizations.
Career Outcomes:
Career outcomes for graduates of the program are not specified in the context provided.
