| 1) Gains the ability to understand and explain the field of European Studies, and to apply its fundamental concepts and methodologies | 
                                                            
                    | 2) Gains the ability to analyze EU integration at a theoretical level | 
                                                            
                    | 3) Gains the ability to make sound judgments on current issues of the European Union | 
                                                            
                    | 4) Gains the ability to adopt multiple perspectives on the relations between EU member states and EU institutions | 
                                                            
                    | 5) Develops the ability to analyze the relations of global and regional actors with the European Union | 
                                                            
                    | 6) Gains the ability to analyze the relations between EU member states and non-member countries | 
                                                            
                    | 7) Develops academic and practical research skills in political issues | 
                                                            
                    | 8) Develops academic writing skills related to the field | 
                                                            
                    | 9) Develops the academic presentation skills related to the field | 
                                                            
                    | 10) Develops analytical thinking and independent research skills | 
                                                            
                    | 11) Develops critical analysis, interpretation, and discussion skills, and adopts an open-minded approach to learning |