This course aims to introduce to students the theory of economic integration and the history, development, structure and objectives of the European Union (EU). Students are expected to understand the basic concepts of economic integration and the economic performance and prospects of the EU, its common policies, external and internal trade development and enlargement. In this course, topics such as the fundamental concepts of economic integration, the history, institutions and economic issues of European integration, the Single European market, European Union’s Common Policies, the Maastricht and the other treaties and the enlargement process of the EU will be discussed.

CILO-1: This course is organized to provide with students comprehensive knowledge on the history, development and prospects of the European Union (EU). The integration processes of the EU and its impacts and implications and the contemporary economic issues faced by the EU member states will also be discussed.