EU Governance and Policy Making

This module explores the fundamental nature and evolution of the European Union, examining both theoretical frameworks and practical developments. Students analyze potential scenarios for further EU integration and study key theoretical approaches including neo-functionalism and intergovernmentalism.

This module examines the historical development and current functioning of key EU institutions, including the European Parliament, Commission, Council, and Court of Justice. Students learn about the internal organization of these bodies and the role of various EU agencies in executing EU functions.

This module covers the EU's decision-making processes across various competencies, including legislative procedures and policy adoption methods. Students learn about different types of EU acts, the community method, intergovernmental method, and open method of coordination, as well as the complete EU policy cycle.

This module focuses on the various stakeholders in EU governance, examining the roles of citizens, lobbyists, and political parties. Students explore regional and local government involvement at the European level and analyze European elections, including party funding and the spitzenkandidaten process.

This module examines the EU's role in global politics, covering foreign policy objectives, various policy dimensions, and historical context. Students analyze institutional actors, theoretical frameworks, and the EU's relationships with major global powers and international organizations.

This module explores current challenges and contestations in European governance, examining how member states contest the EU's political and legal order. Students analyze theoretical perspectives on crisis impact and study the EU's strategic responses to various challenges.