Seminar European integration

Academic year: 2006-2007 Course code module MMIBD-560 Semester: 2nd semester Credits: 6 Study load (hours) 168 Theory (hours): Practice/Exercises(hours): 45,00 Other (hours): Part-time program: Instructor(s) Peter Bursens Language of instruction: English Semester exam information: semester exam in June Contract restriction information: exam and credit contract not possible 1. Prerequisites *Algemene competenties nihil *Sequentiality 2. Objectives (expected learning outcomes)   -          to gain knowledge about European integration in general and more in particular about EU decision-making, EU-negotiations and EU-energy policy. -          to develop a critical attitude towards EU related issues and media coverage -          to develop the skills of writing and presenting reports and negotiating in a simulated real life setting 3. Course content The Seminar on European Integration is embedded in Taceuss, which is an international consortium of European and US Universities. Taceuss yearly organises EUROSIM, an international simulation of EU negotiations and decision-making. During the academic year 2006 - 2007, the simulation will be organised in Buffalo, NY (April 12 - 15), on the topic of EU energy policy. The Seminar on European Integration is basically a preparation for the EUROSIM simulation in Buffalo. Participants will receive a thorough introduction in EU decision-making and the theme of the simulation. In addition, skills such as negotiating and debating will be exercised.   4. Teaching method Direct contact: Lectures Exercise sessions Skills training Personal work: Assignments - individual Assignments - in group Excursion(s) 5. Assessment method Exam: Practical exam Written assignment: With oral presentation 6. Compulsory reading – study material powerpoint presentations; reader; simulation material 7. Recommended reading - study material Nugent, Neil. 2006. Government and Politics of the European Union. Basingstoke: Palgrave. 8. Tutoring laatste aanpassing: last update: 02/05/2007 10:59 annick.debroey