Navigating EU Values in EU Institutions

The SAP Navigating European Values in the EU Institutions is a Short Advanced Programme (SAP) designed to deepen participants’ overall understanding of core European values, such as human dignity, freedom, democracy, human rights, rule of law, equality, and respect for diversity, as reflected in the functioning of EU institutions and its decision-making processes.

This programme focusses on EU institutional awareness, communication, and intercultural sensitivity. By engaging in cross-cultural collaboration, participants will enhance their ability to explain European decision-making processes and contribute to a more inclusive, value-driven Europe.

Through a combination of workshops, seminars, group assignments, and immersive experiences, participants will explore how these values shape European governance, education, and society. The programme emphasises both theoretical and practical knowledge, offering a comprehensive introduction to European decision-making processes and how European values are integrated across EU Member States…

Date:

3rd of March 2025 to 8th of May 2025

Language of instruction:

English

3 ECTS credits

Academic recognition:

To be defined by each Home Institution.

In general terms, most students will have this RUN-EU SAP certified in the Diploma Supplement, as a minimal condition.

Eligible participants:

RUN-EU students from any study cycle

How to apply:

Application for this product is closed.

Programme at a glance

Face-to-Face Week: Howest Campus Bruges, Belgium (in person)
31 Mar 2025 - 04 Apr 2025 : Howest Campus Bruges Belgium

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Short Advanced Programme, students will be able to:

EU History:

Participants will be able to reflect on the foundations of the European integration process and of its main landmarks within European history.
Participants will reflect on the main challenges that European Union is facing in todays` world.

EU Values

Participants will be able to identify and explain core European values, such as democracy, human rights, rule of law, equality, and respect for diversity.
Participants will critically reflect on what these values represent and how they are applied in different contexts across Europe.

EU Institutions:

Participants will analyse the role of European Institutions and its policies in promoting and upholding European Values.
Participants will critically reflect on how these values guide the actions and policies of EU institutions.

Diversity in the EU context:

Participants will enhance their multicultural awareness and collaborative skills by deepening their understanding of diversity and multilingualism as fundamental European values.
Participants will develop intercultural sensitivity and collaborative skills by working in multinational groups.

Communication:

Through interactive activities and teamwork, participants will develop the ability to communicate effectively, respect different perspectives and foster awareness of multiculturalism and multilingualism as key European values.

Selection criteria

Background, motivation, wide representation of subject areas/ﬁelds and balanced participation of all RUN-EU member institutions.

A maximum of 40 students will be selected for this SAP programme.

The coordinators will also take steps towards ensuring a diverse and representative group of students.

Product label: SAP-NAVEUVAL-01