Insights into the European Union (5cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

Upon successful completion of the course, the student - knows and understands the roles, structure and competences of the European Union institutions - has a good command of the terminology pertaining to the European Union - knows how to communicate effectively, confidently and appropriately when participating in the European Union level discourse (EU related events, meetings and communications) - has a broad understanding of the career opportunities offered at EU level - is introduced to some key characteristics and requirements of English legal EU related text

Methods of completion

Online, blended Online workshops, individual and team assignments. Skills demonstration Work experience from one of the EU institutions required The method for skills demonstration to be agreed with the Lecturer prior to the starting date of the course.

Methods of completion

Interested in the European Union? Would you like to grow your understanding of the EU and its institutions, and boost your confidence in addressing many topical issues such as climate change, diversity and inclusion, and to learn the characteristics of legal English? This relevant contemporary course provides you with more insight into EU and the career opportunities offered by the European Union institutions.

Content

- The European Union Institutions, their roles and main duties - The European Union policies (CFSP, CAP, The Green deal) - The European Union legislative process - Addressing global issues, eg climate change, diversity and inclusion, UK and EU trade relations - Key EU terminology and related concepts - Introduction to legal English - EU career opportunities (EPSO)

Materials

Course material provided by the Lecturer.

Qualifications

This course is part of the special entity for EU Careers and does not prerequisite another course. However, the level of English required to take this course is B2-C1.