Electives and seminars within CIVICA

Through the CIVICA alliance, SSE MSc students can: 

• Study alongside students from other top universities across Europe 
  
• Collaborate with international teams on real-world challenges 
  
• Earn certificates that strengthen your CV and show your civic/global engagement 
  
• Choose flexible formats that work with your schedule: online, hybrid, or short in-person intensives 

All courses are in English. Spots are limited, so read on, and choose your format.

CIVICA Honours Seminars 

3–5 days. In person. Big topics. European peers.  

These short, intensive seminars bring together a select group of Master students from across the CIVICA alliance. Each edition focuses on a major global or European challenge, such as climate change, digitalization, inequality, migration or democracy. You’ll work in small international teams, attend faculty-led sessions, and engage in collaborative group work and cross-cultural activities. It’s a fast-paced, immersive way to deepen your understanding of complex issues and make friends and connections across Europe. 

When? June 2026 
Where? At SSE or a CIVICA partner university 
How long? 3 to 5 days 
Certificate? Yes – CIVICA Honours Seminar Certificate 
Who should apply? Curious, engaged students eager to broaden their perspectives 
No tuition or participation fee. Travel and accommodation will be funded. 

Summer 2026 Honours Seminars 

• Changing the World through Negotiations
  
  Dates: June 15-18, 2026 
  Where: Stockholm School of Economics (Sweden)
  Slots available: 10 
  
  
• EU Anti-Discrimination Law and Policies 
  
  Dates: June 22-26, 2026 
  Where: Central European University (Austria) 
  Slots available: 3 
  
  
• New Era of Europe 
  
  Dates: June 22-26, 2026 
  Where: Warsaw School of Economics (Poland) 
  Slots available: 4 
  
  
• Human machine interaction, how society and business could benefit from it? 
  
  Dates: June 22-26, 2026
  Where: National University of Political Studies and Public Administration (Romania) 
  Slots available: 3 

More information can be found here.

CIVICA Multi-Campus Courses (MCC)​

Study from Stockholm – but think across borders. These online courses are co-designed by faculty across multiple CIVICA universities and open to all students within the alliance. You will join live sessions with peers from other countries, work on interdisciplinary topics, and collaborate across time zones and perspectives. 

When? Fall and Spring semesters 
Where? Fully online 
Certificate? Yes – CIVICA Multi-Campus Course Certificate 

Who should apply? Students looking for academic depth and cross-cultural learning without travelling 
These courses are free to take and recognized across CIVICA universities. Courses typically carry ECTS credits transferable to your degree. 

• Future of Europe | 7.5 ECTS | Fall semester
• The Road to Green Transition | 7.5 ECTS | Spring semester 

CIVICA Joint Courses (JC)​

Blended teaching. Dual institutions. Global insight. 
Joint Courses are co-taught by faculty from two CIVICA universities and typically mix online and in-person components. You’ll attend sessions alongside students from both schools, engage in cross-campus teamwork, and learn through a blended format. 

When? Semester-based 
Where? Hybrid: online + in-person (depending on course) 
Certificate? Yes – CIVICA Joint Course Certificate 
Who should apply? Students who enjoy collaborative, cross-campus learning 
Credits vary by course and may be recognized in your local study plan. Spots are limited. 

• AI Challenges to Business and Society | 7.5 ECTS | Spring semester
  in collaboration with Warsaw School of Economics 
  Dates: February 25 - June 5, 2026 
  
  

CIVICA Digital Mobility Courses

Customize your curriculum and develop teamwork skills by attending online, credit-bearing elective courses within the CIVICA network, either as an alternative or complement to physical mobility. 

Spring 2026 Courses 

• Entrepreneurial Family Firms 
  offered by Stockholm School of Economics | 7.5 ECTS | March – May
  Open access to SSE students
  
• Data Governance 
  offered by IE | 3 ECTS | February – June 
  2 spots available 

Which format fits you? 

How to apply 

Application processes and deadlines vary by course and format. Spots are limited – and in high demand – so apply early! Once admitted, you will receive more information about the course offerings and application procedure.