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About the IEE-ULB
The Institute of European Studies.
The IEE-ULB, an institute linked to the construction of Europe
At IEE-ULB, innovating at the pace of the construction of Europe is a tradition. Discover our history and the people who have made it happen.
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IEE-ULB, the Institute for European Studies in Brussels
The organisation of the IEE-ULB is unique, thanks to its international teams, the interaction with EU institutions, and the strong connection between teaching and research.
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The 3 mandates of the IEE-ULB
The IEE-ULB plays a role in defining the place of Europe in the world. It develops its activities around 3 mandates: teaching, research and public debate.
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Decision-making bodies and administration at IEE-ULB
The governance model articulates around the Council of the IEE-ULB for general issues; it also includes a strategic council board and a research committee.
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Who is who?
Discover all stakeholders involved in the IEE’s outreach, including the Institute's staff, its decision-making bodies, and its affiliated academics and researchers.
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IEE-ULB and European networks of cooperation
By creating, integrating and supporting European networks dedicated to teaching and research, the IEE-ULB encourages international cooperation.
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Graduates from IEE
They work today throughout Europe and beyond.
"I feel my knowledge of EU affairs is much deeper now, and this helps me tremendously in my daily work" (MEUS class 2018)"
"The IEE means a lot to me… equal opportunities, high quality education, access to whole new world of opportunities. And all that for more than reasonable tuition fees! The IEE can proudly claim to be a very democratic institution, providing high level education for everyone, regardless of their socio-economic background. Meritocracy, in one word."
"The Institut for European Studies is a really important tool, it gives you everything you need to develop your skills... It's also the connexions you make with the teachers: they really want you to go forward, they push you to bring the best out of you."
What's new at IEE?
Live from the construction of the European Union.
Takeaways from Face à la guerre – dialogues européens: when the European youth makes peace possible
Written by Alessia Ruta, Master’s student in European Studies at IEE-ULB, this article reflects on her experience at Face à la guerre – dialogues européens in Brussels (May 2025), where she joined peers and experts to discuss peace, security, and youth engagement in Europe.
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An Overview of Mark Anthony Kaye’s Research Stay
Mark Anthony Kaye has just spent a month with us as a visiting researcher, here is an overview of his work.
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IEE-ULB's visiting researcher Tommaso Sacconi
Tommaso Sacconi, a PhD candidate in Transnational Governance, is conducting six months of research at the IEE-ULB on the EU’s influence on administrative reforms in Italy, focusing on the impact of the Next Generation EU programme.
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