This module is designed to introduce students to the nature, development and integration of the European economy. It will concentrate in particular on the creation, consolidation and expansion of the European Union. The module will also examine the economic transition of non EU members and emphasise their movement towards full membership of the EU.

This module is designed to introduce students to the nature and development of the European economy. More specifically it examines the historical, political and economic aspects of European integration and analyses the different approaches to the formation and evolution of the European Union. It also focuses on the challenge of enlargement to the East and concludes with a discussion concerning the forces that are currently influencing the future shape of the European economy.

More specifically by taking this module students will enhance several transferable skills. Attendance at lectures should help note taking and inculcate critical thinking. Essay writing will enhance writing as well as time management skills and problem solving. Classroom participation will enhance teamwork, communication and presentational skills and reinforce further time management skills. The inclusion of the recommended web sites and encouragement to use the library fully should help to enhance basic IT and research skills.