Course - Dealing with the EU from Outside: The Norwegian Case in Perspective - EUR3414
EUR3414 - Dealing with the EU from Outside: The Norwegian Case in Perspective
About
New from the academic year 2017/2018
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oppgave | 100/100 |
Course content
Is Norways relationship with the EU unique? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this countrys relationship with the EU compared to alternative forms of association? Drawing on theories of European integration and international relations, the course offers a critical examination of Norways adaptation to the EU; be this adaptation interest-driven, rule-driven or norms driven. Throughout, specific empirical cases of difficult political issues and case law are set up against prior Norwegian expectations or positions. Furthermore, drawing on models of democracy, the course undertakes a critical assessment of the democratic implications arising in the association. Finally, in pursuing the above ends, and in addressing the above questions, the course places Norways association with the EU within a broader comparative perspective, by systematically contrasting this association with different models pursued by other European countries vis-à-vis the EU.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Students will have acquired
- an in-depth and theoretically informed knowledge of the reasons for and implications of Norways current association with the EU across policy-areas
- a thorough and theoretically informed knowledge of alternatives to the Norwegian association
Skills
Students will be able
- to assess and compare different associations with the EU and/or aspects thereof in a theoretically informed manner
- to communicate their knowledge orally and in writing, using the appropriate terminology, to specialist and non-specialist audiences
Learning methods and activities
The teaching methods and activities will in this course be a combination of lectures, debates and discussions.
Compulsory assignments
- Position paper
Further on evaluation
Students must submit and pass the position paper. Evaluation in this course is given in the form of a term research paper.
Recommended previous knowledge
EUR2101 Norway in Europe. Students who have not completed Norway in Europe or do not have equivalent coursework will be provided with a list of introductory readings to acquire the necessary background knowledge.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Course materials
Available at the start of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR3409 | 7.5 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2017
Language of instruction: English
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- European Studies
- History
- Teacher Education
- Kristian Steinnes
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Historical Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Oppgave
100/100
Release
2017-11-30Submission
2017-12-01 -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"