EU Matters

Description

This module introduces students to the European Union (EU). The module explores the origins and growth of the EU, the Internal market and the implications of EU membership for Irish governance and Irish citizens. The module also emphasises the nature of EU citizenship, perceptions of the democratic deficit between the Member States and the EU Institutions Learners will also explore the changing values and attitudes towards the EU and the principles of European solidarity.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Outline the origins of the EU and evolution in EU Membership

  2. Identify and assess  EU citizens' rights

  3. Discuss the evolving role of the EU Institutions, the complexity of decision making and concerns over the EU's democracy.

  4. Discuss the EU's Internal Market and the relevance of the 4 Freedoms to their discipline of study

Credits
05
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