European Union: Structure and Institutions |
Y7 - European Union: Structure and Institutions Tutor:Michael Fefes Semester: 2nd ECTS: 4 Short Description: This course will examine the nature of the European Union and the framework of its organisation and analyse the essence and function of its institutions.Within this scope the basic notions of EU law will be visited, such as supremacy, direct effect, direct application, proportionality, subsidiarity, etc.Furthermore, it will examine the sources of EU law and the legislation procedure.Finally, there is an analysis of the funding facilities for EU policies (ECB, European Funds, Support Frameworks). Aims:
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Structure: The course includes 13 three-hour interactive lectures. The first part is an introductive tutorial, followed by discussion with the students on issues pertaining to that or previous tutorials. Assessment: Written exam at the end of the semester. Bibliography: Tutors’ Notes |