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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2015 - 2016
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Description The purpose of this module is to provide an in-depth analysis of the key issues and debates in European integration. This course covers the substance of the five main institutions and the decision-making processes of the EU and develops students’ knowledge by focusing on key issues such as the role of identity in the European integration process, the democratic deficit, the enlargement of the EU to include Turkey as a member, relations with the United States of America, and the EU as a global actor. This advanced course on European integration addresses the current and future issues of European integration in the post-Cold war era and beyond. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. know the functions of the EU's main institutions and understand the decision-making processes in the European Union 2. present and debate the key issues in the role of identity in European integration, enlargement policy on Turkey, the democratic deficit, relations with the United States of America, and the EU as a global actor. 3. apply theoretical tools to think and write about European Union politics and European integration 4. have a critical understanding the major policy issues and debates in recent European integration | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Introduction to European integrationA historical perspective on European integrationTheorizing European integrationIntergovernmentalism vs supranationalismThe institutions of the European UnionThe European Commission, Parliament, Court of Justice and Council of MinistersThe European Union and interest groupsThe policy-making processThe Single MarketCompetition PolicyEconomic and Monetary Union (EMU)Commercial (Trade) PolicyEnlargementSocial PolicyEnvironment PolicyCommon Agricultural Policy (CAP)Regional PolicyJustice and Home AffairsExternal Relations and the Common Foreign and Security Policy/Common Security and Defence Policy | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 6711, Website, 0, Europa.eu, 6712, Website, 0, Euractiv.com, 6713, newspaper, 0, European Voice, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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