EUROPEAN STUDIES
 
Lectured in 1st year Bachelor in business studies - Main Subject: Marketing
Theory [A] 25.0
Exercises [B] 0.0
Training and projects [C] 0.0
Studytime [D] 75
Studypoints [E] 3
Level introductory
Language of instruction Dutch
Lecturer Luc DE BEUL
Reference RCBMGM01K00003
 
Key words
European studies, IWETO-code, S155-European Law

Objectives
Complete title : 'European studies Jean Monnet-module, sub title 'History of the European construction Process.
The chief objective of this course is to prepare students for a professional and social life in a European social-economic perspective.
Through studying, comparing, interpreting and explaining texts, statistic data and maps, internet data and video material you get an understanding of the evolution of Europe and of the present and future environmental relations and your interest in current European topics is aroused.

Topics
  • Europe in its unity and diversity
  • Origin and history of the EU
  • Institutions of the EU and decision-making
  • Treaties and their consequences
  • The EMU and the Euro
  • Agricultural policy and regional development in the EU
  • Common Foreign and Security policy
  • The future of Europe


Prerequisites
none

Final Objectives
Knowledge:
Job-related (general)
  • Knowledge of the history of the European integration process
  • Knowledge of the international environment in the field of politics and the economy
Skills:
General:
  • Critical reflection
  • Bringing one's knowledge up to date
  • Consulting sources
  • Communicative skills: communicating ideas, information, problems, solutions
Job-related (general)
  • Interpersonal relations : being able to adduce arguments
  • handling information: being able to look up information efficiently


Materials used
syllabus

Study costs
Syllabus: unit price determined under Hogeschool rules
Costs of taking part in symposia and workshops

Study guidance
The lector is available for individual questions.

Teaching Methods
  • Lectures
  • Debate
  • Question-and-answer method
  • Lectures by guest speakers
  • Exercises
  • Self-study


Assessment
  • First exam period: continuous assessment 30% and written exam 70%
  • Second exam period: written exam 100%
  • Examination Board Flemish Community:
    First exam session: assignment 30 % and written exam 70%
    Second exam session: 100 % written exam


Lecturer(s)