External Relations of the EU
Type of course: Compulsory for the specialization “International and European Political Economy”
Number of credits allocated: 6 ECTS Credits
Objective of the course
Understanding of the key institutional and political actors and processes in the formation of the EU foreign policy
Analysis of the EU relations with countries, international organizations, and regions
Familiarization with the external aspects of sectoral EU policies.
Prerequisites: None
Course contents
- Institutional and political framework of the EU external relations system:
- Lisbon Treaty, EU External Action Service, diplomatic system of the EU
- Bilateral and multilateral relations of the EU with:
- Countries (USA, BRIC) International irganizations (UN, WTO, IMF)
- Regions and regional organizations (ASEAN,MERCOSUR, AU)
- Horizontal and sectoral policies:
- Security and defence
- Enlargement and European Neighborhood Policy
- Energy and Environmental Policies
- Migration Policy
- International Aid and Development
Recommended reading
- Material available at the e-class: articles and relevant policy documents
- Student presentations
Teaching methods: Lectures, seminars.
Assessment methods: Final written exam (70%), optional assignments and presentations
Language of instruction: Greek