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About the EUI

We are a uniquely international research university

We are the European University Institute (EUI), the leading institute in Europe dedicated to social sciences and humanities. Founded in 1972 by the six original members of the then European Communities, the EUI has earned a reputation as a transnational hub of research and higher learning;

Set up by the founding members of the European Communities

1972

Academic units

7

Scholars

1000+

Countries of provenance

85+

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Strategy 2025/30
  • Excellence in research, teaching, and training
  • Engaging with the world and co-create knowledge
  • Communicating our work beyond the confines of academia

 

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OUR VISION

A Social Sciences and Humanities hub connecting academic excellence and research capabilities across Europe and to the world of policy and practice, for the betterment of society.

OUR MISSION

We contribute to the cultural and scientific development of Europe, through teaching at the highest university level, interdisciplinary research on salient societal challenges and robust intellectual discourse and debate.

OUR AMBITION

We aspire to cultivate high-level contributors to academics and policy-making who will shape social progress and the advancement of the European spirit.

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Our values

  • We are united in pluralism
  • We are grounded in academic freedom and rigour 
  • We are driven by intellectual curiosity and challenge
  • We are enriched through open-minded, multidisciplinary thinking

Our Educational Offer

Tailor-made doctoral, postdoctoral, master and executive education programmes in vibrant community of scholars from over 60 countries,

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Master in Transnational Governance: real connections, real change

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