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Europe In World Politics

This course provides a comprehensive overview of Europe's role in world politics. It explores the history and social geography of Europe, examining its evolution since the 17th century and its contribution to shaping world history. The course delves into the underlying social, economic, and political issues driving this evolution. Students will determine Europe's place and role in contemporary international politics, analyzing the influence of specific European countries and institutions.

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200h
Study Time
13
Weeks
15h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
EuropeWorld PoliticsInternational RelationsEuropean UnionTransatlantic Relationship

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

History of Europe

2

Social Geography of Europe

3

European International Politics

4

Regionalism in Europe

5

Transatlantic Relationship

6

European Security

7

Terrorism and Global Security

8

EU Expansion

9

Environmentalism

Total Topics9 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: History and Social Geography of Europe

4h

Unit 1: What or where is Europe?

2 study hours
  • •Read the unit introduction to understand the scope and objectives.
  • •Examine the various definitions of Europe as a civilization, geographical entity, and idea.
  • •Consider the implications of divergent notions of Europe on its role in world politics.

Unit 2: Europe: 1789-1945

2 study hours
  • •Study the period between 1789 and 1945 in Europe.
  • •Understand the connection between the two World Wars.
  • •Describe the pivotal events of the Second World War.
Week
2

Module 1: History and Social Geography of Europe

4h

Unit 3: World War Two and the Immediate Postwar Years

4 study hours
  • •Analyze the aftermath of World War Two and its impact on Europe.
  • •Examine the change in power configurations and the flow of refugees.
  • •Understand how Europe changed significantly after the war.
Week
3

Module 1: History and Social Geography of Europe

4h

Unit 4: The Cold War Years

4 study hours
  • •Describe the cold war years and the tensions that characterized them.
  • •Explain how the Second World War contributed to Europe's decline in global politics.
  • •Analyze the key elements, goals and inspirations of early European integration.
Week
4

Module 2: Key Players in Europe

4h

Unit 1: Britain in European International Politics

4 study hours
  • •Study the role of Britain in European international politics.
  • •Analyze Britain's influence on European affairs during the Cold War.
  • •Discuss Britain's relationship with the European Union.
Week
5

Module 2: Key Players in Europe

4h

Unit 2: France in European International Politics

4 study hours
  • •Study the role of France in European international politics.
  • •Analyze France's influence on European affairs during the Cold War.
  • •Discuss France's relationship with the European Union.
Week
6

Module 2: Key Players in Europe

4h

Unit 3: Germany in European International Politics

4 study hours
  • •Study the role of Germany in European international politics.
  • •Analyze Germany's influence on European affairs during the Cold War.
  • •Discuss Germany's relationship with the European Union.
Week
7

Module 2: Key Players in Europe

4h

Unit 4: Russia/Former Soviet Union in European International Politics

4 study hours
  • •Study the role of Russia/Former Soviet Union in European international politics.
  • •Analyze Russia's influence on European affairs during the Cold War.
  • •Discuss Russia's relationship with the European Union.
Week
8

Module 3: Regionalism in Europe

4h

Unit 1: The Vision of a United Europe

4 study hours
  • •Explore the vision of a united Europe.
  • •Understand the historical context and motivations behind European integration.
  • •Analyze the key figures and ideas that shaped the vision of a united Europe.
Week
9

Module 3: Regionalism in Europe

4h

Unit 2: The Treaty of Rome

4 study hours
  • •Examine the Treaty of Rome and its significance in European integration.
  • •Understand the key provisions and objectives of the treaty.
  • •Analyze the impact of the Treaty of Rome on the development of the European Economic Community.
Week
10

Module 3: Regionalism in Europe

4h

Unit 3: Incremental Regional Integration in Europe: The Single European Act and the Maastricht Treaty

4 study hours
  • •Study the incremental regional integration in Europe.
  • •Understand the Single European Act and the Maastricht Treaty.
  • •Analyze the impact of these treaties on the development of the European Union.
Week
11

Module 3: Regionalism in Europe

4h

Unit 4: The European Union: Structure, Membership and Roles

4 study hours
  • •Study the structure, membership, and roles of the European Union.
  • •Understand the key institutions and decision-making processes of the EU.
  • •Analyze the EU's role in international affairs and its impact on member states.
Week
12

Module 4: The Transatlantic Relationship

4h

Unit 1: An Overview of EU-US Relations

4 study hours
  • •Explore the overview of EU-US relations.
  • •Understand the historical context and key areas of cooperation and conflict.
  • •Analyze the transatlantic relationship in the context of global politics.
Week
13

Module 4: The Transatlantic Relationship

4h

Unit 2: The United States and European Security

4 study hours
  • •Study the role of the United States in European security.
  • •Understand the historical context and key areas of cooperation and conflict.
  • •Analyze the transatlantic relationship in the context of global security.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create timelines of key events in European history from 1789 to the present, focusing on political and economic turning points.

2

Develop comparative charts analyzing the foreign policies of Britain, France, and Germany, highlighting their similarities and differences.

3

Outline the main provisions of the Treaty of Rome, the Single European Act, and the Maastricht Treaty, and explain their impact on European integration.

4

Summarize the key arguments for and against the expansion of the European Union, considering both economic and political factors.

5

Analyze the challenges and opportunities facing the transatlantic relationship in the 21st century, considering issues such as terrorism, trade, and climate change.

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