Law

European Union Law

Module code: M5031
Level 6
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Coursework, Essay

On this module, you’ll examine the law and policy of the European Union (EU), focusing on the role of law as a tool of European integration.

You’ll focus on the study of the constitutional principles and values of the EU, as expressed in the treaties and case law of the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU). This includes:

• supremacy
• subsidiarity
• direct effect
• indirect effect
• state liability
• protection of fundamental rights.

You’ll also explore key elements of EU law, including:

• the Single Market four fundamental freedoms of movement (persons, goods, services and capital)
• EU citizenship.

Module learning outcomes

• Demonstrate detailed knowledge of, and contextualise historically, the objectives, powers and law-making processes of the EU
• Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the impact of EU constitutional principles on national systems
• Interpret and analyse key principles, rules and concepts of EU law, and devise relevant arguments based on a range of primary and secondary sources
• Critically assess the contribution of the Court of Justice to the development of EU integration