Law

The Single Market of the European Union (Advanced)

Module code: M6031
Level 6
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Multiple choice questions, Distance exam

You will examine the European Single Market as developed by the European Union (EU), with an emphasis on the role of law as a tool of European integration.

The module concentrates on a detailed study of the EU substantive law, in relation to the single market in persons, goods, services, as well as non-market issues such as citizenship of the EU.

Module learning outcomes

• Explain the nature, characteristics and key elements of the European Single Market
• Understand the impact of the European Single Market on national systems
• Interpret and apply key principles, rules and concepts of the European Single Market to factual situations
• Critically assess the contribution of the Court of Justice to the development of the European Single Market