Governance and Global Affairs
Una Europa major in The Hague
Are you ready to shape the future of global affairs? Follow the UNA major in The Hague, the International City of Peace and Justice, and gain the expertise to navigate and influence today’s most pressing security, sustainability, and inequality challenges.
The major Governance of International Security, Sustainability and Justice (part of the Bachelor of Arts of European Studies) offers an interdisciplinary exploration of the complex governance dynamics that define our global landscape. From poverty to climate change, economics to human rights, security to disasters, this programme equips you with the lessons to lead in Europe with insight and impact.
In a world of escalating conflicts, climate challenges, and rising inequalities, effective governance is essential. This programme is designed to help you understand how these issues are interlinked and how to address them through collaborative solutions. The major weaves together diverse yet interconnected themes related to the governance of global affairs.
Una Europa is an alliance of leading European universities creating a shared transnational campus. It offers joint degrees like the Bachelor of Arts in European Studies, fosters research collaboration, and promotes mobility to tackle global challenges through interdisciplinary cooperation.
Course objectives semester 1
In Semester 1 you will gain insight into the complexities of international and European-level governance.
- You will start with a course on European Union Politics and Policy, where you will examine how regional powers influence the world and gain insight into the EU’s role in global governance.
- You will delve into The Economics of Poverty and Global Inequalities to understand the different dimensions of poverty and the central role of food herein and how this plays out on the global level.
- Explore the field of Disaster Studies, where you’ll learn about the role of various disciplines, including political science, anthropology, psychology, and sociology, to understand how societies safeguard themselves against impending hazards.
- Navigate the intersection of environmental challenges and human security in Food Insecurity, Conflict, and Social Justice in an Era of Climate Change.
- Develop governance expertise with International Administration, understanding the operational complexities of international institutions.
- Critically explore the interaction between the Sustainable Development Goals, Human Rights and International Law, the world’s shared blueprint for a better future, and assess whether they can indeed contribute to breaking the vicious circle between climate change, conflict and hunger.
Courses semester 1
Course objectives semester 2
Your journey continues in semester 2 with critical intersections between security, conflict, and disaster:
- You will address modern threats in Governance of Security, focusing on how organizations navigate risks in an evolving security landscape.
- Study the implications of a mega-disaster in Fukushima, in this case study course with help of experts from a wide variety of scientific disciplines.
- Discover the Economics of Security, uncovering the financial and economic undercurrents shaping global peace and conflict.
- Conclude with origins, consequences, and solutions to conflict in War & Peacebuilding, using real-world cases and discussions with key experts from the field.
Courses semester 2
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Course |
Block |
EC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Governance of Security | 3 | 5 | |
| Case Study Fukushima | 3 | 10 | |
| Economics of Safety and Security | 4 | 5 | |
| War and Peacebuilding | 4 | 10 | |
Bridging disciplines, building solutions
Through these courses, you will see how policy, economics, law, and governance converge to influence global governance. You’ll gain academic knowledge and the practical skills to address multifaceted challenges in a way that promotes justice and peace.
Why study in The Hague?
At Campus the Hague of Leiden University, theory meets practice. The Hague is home to the national government, all ministries, and numerous international organizations. You get to engage with NGOs, policymakers, and experts who are shaping global governance.
The campus is dedicated to education and research that addresses the metropolitan and international dimensions of security, peace and justice, underscoring its global significance. Education at Campus The Hague is characterized by its interdisciplinary approach. Social challenges are explored and taught through collaboration across multiple disciplines. The city’s vibrant international community offers unparalleled opportunities for networking and collaboration.