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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2016 - 2017
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Description The course examines some key features of the legal order of the European Union (EU) with the aim to deepen students’ understanding of the interaction between law and policy in the EU. Classes will focus on several dimensions of the EU constitutional system, exploring the institutional architecture of the EU (the executive, the legislature and the courts), the interaction between the EU and the national legal orders – as well as a number of substantive policy areas, including economic governance and the rule of law. The course will also offer students the possibility to debate in depth several recent legal and political developments, which are taking place in the EU and currently are attracting heightened public attention – notably the challenges of maintaining the unity of the Union in the face of growing centrifugal pressures. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. understand the key theories regarding the role of law in the process of European integration; 2. critically assess and analyse the complex and nuanced nature of the constitutional and institutional structure of the EU legal order; 3. A detailed understanding of recent constitutional developments in European law and integration in their political context 4. Research EU law and to be able to use databases of the various institutions effectively. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Learning Activities EU Institutional architectureAn assessment of all the main EU institutions and organs including the European Council, Council of Ministers, European Court of Justice, European Parliament and various agencies and their interaction. The topic will also address the legislative process, executive and judicial processes. The topic will also address the extent to which a classic separation of powers operates in the EU constitution.Multi-Levelled Legal OrderAddressing the role of national courts and governments in the implementation, enforcement and application of EU law specifically drawing on multi-levelled analysis to assess the EU's political and legal system. An emphasis will be placed on the complementary and interactive roles of the national and suprnational.General principles, fundamental rights and rule of law in EuropeAn assessment of the general principles, fundamental rights and rule of law in the EU legal order covering sources, content and enforcement mechanisms. A number of case studies will also be employed.The Future of the EUThe final sessions shall address topical issues facing the EU such as the Eurocrisis, the migration crisis and Brexit and the political and legal response to these various developments. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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