Organising European Space, 7.5 credits
(Det europeiska rummets organisering, 7,5 högskolepoäng)
| Course code | 1121ST |
|---|---|
| Subject area | Political Science |
| Main field of study | Political Science |
| Progressive specialisation | A1N (Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements) |
| Academic school | School of Social Sciences |
| Disciplary domain |
Social sciences 100%
|
| Grading scale | AF |
| Education cycle | Second-cycle (Master) |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Valid from | Autumn semester 2020 |
Validation
This course syllabus was validated by the Management Board of the School of Social Sciences at Södertörn University on 2020-02-13 according to the stipulations in the Higher Education Ordinance.
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degree including 90 credits in Social Sciences as the main field of study, and English B or equivalent.
Learning outcomes
On completing the course, the student can:
- orally and in writing demonstrate knowledge of the major theoretical perspectives on European integration
- orally and in writing demonstrate in-depth understanding of how governance is structured in Europe including knowledge of various modes of governance in specific issue areas
- orally and in writing discuss and critique normative positions in the scholarly debate on integration and political legitimacy.
Course content, modules and examinations
The course covers: 1) the development of European integration, 2) different forms of political governance and their organisation, and 3) how regional integration influences political legitimacy in Europe. Participants study various theoretical perspectives on European integration and are encouraged to reflect on both historical and contemporary developments. The course conveys in-depth knowledge on the institutions of the European Union but goes beyond this to examine the role of other organisations and actors in European governance. Specific policy areas are analysed in detail to illustrate the various forms of political organisation. The importance of geographic space is discussed during the course, referring to European space in the broadest meaning. The course pays particular attention to issues of the EU's democratic legitimacy and the consequences of regional integration in Europe for democracy at the national level within and beyond the borders of the European Union.
1001,
Organising European Space,
7.5 credits
(Det europeiska rummets organisering,
7,5 högskolepoäng)
Grades permitted:
AF
Course design
The course is taught through a combination of lectures and seminars.
Examination format
The course is assessed through active participation in course seminars, written assignments and a scholarly essay. Absence from no more than two (2) seminars may be compensated for through written assignments, as instructed.
The grading criteria are distributed prior to the start of a course or module.
If a student has a certificate from Södertörn University for compensatory support, the examiner has the right to decide on an adapted examination or alternative form of examination in accordance with Södertörn University's regulations.
Restrictions on accreditation
The course may not be accredited as part of a degree if the contents are partly or wholly the same as a course previously taken in Sweden or elsewhere.