Brussels Policy Seminar:
Inside the EU System: Strategic Autonomy Now
Brussels | 14-16 October 2025
The Europaeum is pleased to invite applications for our longstanding Policy Making Seminar in Brussels. As the European Union navigates an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, the concept of strategic autonomy has emerged as a defining priority for European policymakers. From technological sovereignty and supply chain resilience to defence capabilities and energy independence, the EU is actively pursuing greater autonomy across multiple domains while maintaining its commitment to multilateral cooperation and global partnerships.
The 2025 Policy Seminar explores strategic autonomy through examination of its various dimensions and implications for European institutions and the processes of preparing and implementing EU policies. The seminar programme includes visits to several EU Institutions (including the EU Parliament) and involves talks and discussions with top decision makers and analysts engaged with shaping Europe’s path toward greater strategic independence and resilience.
The Europaeum would like to invite to Brussels up to 20 students currently enrolled on master’s or PhD courses at a Europaeum member university. Successful candidates will be provided with accommodation free of charge and will be reimbursed reasonable travel expenses within Europe.
Applications should include the Europaeum application form, a brief CV, a statement of purpose (up to 500 words), and a reference letter from their supervisor or academic advisor all sent to applications@europaeum.org.
Deadline for submission of applications and abstracts: 29 August 2025.
For more information about how to apply visit: https://europaeum.org/programmes/events-activities/
