ESDC Climate Change and Security Course

Within the framework of the European Security and Defence College (ESDC), the ‘Climate Change and Security’ course was held in Brussels from 6 to 8 October 2020 as a residential
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CSDP Orientation Course – A Blended & Hybrid Learning Experience

ESDC adapts its training format to meet the requirements of participants and speakers forced by the COVID19 crisis to attend or speak remotely. The European Union Military Staff (EUMS), under
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Visit of the Operation Commander of EUNAVFOR MED – operation IRINI, Rear Admiral Fabio Agostini at the ESDC

The operation commander of EUNAVFOR MED – operation IRINI,  Rear Admiral Fabio Agostini, visited the ESDC on 10 September. As a former CSDP High-Level Course participant, the Admiral was very
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Being an Intern at the ESDC. A memorable experience!

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With 2 years interval ESDC conducts another survey measuring the perceived impact by participants of the PDT on their personal performance in CSDP missions and operations

90% of former course participants recommend this course to future mission staff 70% consider the course to be relevant and necessary and 25% think it is essential. Since the creation
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The 1st PDT course under the German Presidency

The Berlin based Centre for International Peace Operations (ZIF) runs the first training course under the German Presidency by conducting the second virtual Pre-Deployment Training (PDT) This PDT course conducted
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A historic event in the ESDC model of training: the first synchronous learning – Advanced Modular Training

Mr Dirk Dubois, head of the European Security and Defence College (ESDC), remotely opened the first module of the Advanced Modular Training (AMT) on 3 June 2020. In doing so
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ESDC introduces virtual pre-deployment training (PDT) in response to the corona-virus crisis

In view of the uncertainties currently facing the world as a result of the corona-virus, the ESDC, in close consultation with the CPCC, has decided to develop a virtual version
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Would you like to work for the ESDC?

The application procedure is now open again  for a Seconded National Expert post in the College. The deadline for applications is 1 July 2020. We are looking forward to working
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Save the NEW date: ESDC celebrates its 15th birthday on 19 November 2020

In 2020, the European Security and Defence College (ESDC) celebrates 15 years of existence since its establishment in 2005. The original date for this celebration on 16 July no longer
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