“What struck me about BSoG was the direct contact you have with professors. Many of them are specialists in International Affairs, which allowed me to understand concepts from the perspective of people who have applied theory in real-world contexts.”
Check out Valerio's full interview below:
When I first started looking at universities, I considered several different options. What struck me about BSoG was the direct contact you have with professors thanks to the institution’s relatively small size. Many of the professors are specialists in the field of International Affairs, which has allowed me to understand key concepts from the perspective of people who have applied theory in real-world contexts.
There is a fair amount of independent work, including assigned readings, papers, group assignments and reviewing notes from each session. At certain points in the semester, especially when several deadlines or assignments come together, the workload can become quite demanding.
Overall, though, the classes are well structured and the professors explain the material clearly, which makes it easier to understand the key concepts and stay on top of the workload.
I feel that one of the biggest takeaways from the programme is the opportunity to interact with and learn from professionals in the field. Listening to their advice and hearing about their personal experiences gives you valuable insights that you can later apply when entering the professional world.
I had a really positive experience throughout the entire exchange process. The transition was smooth and well supported by BSoG in coordination with my host university, IE University.
The courses I took at IE could also easily be matched with courses at BSoG, which made selecting my classes and planning the semester much easier.
I would advise students not to worry too much about knowing exactly which direction they want to take after graduation. Through interactions with professors, guest lecturers and speakers at dedicated BSoG events, you gradually discover your interests and gain a clearer idea of the direction you would like to pursue after completing your bachelor’s degree.
Valerio Di Cesare
BA in International Affairs student at the Brussels School of Governance
