ATS2213 · Imagining Europe

Overview

The idea of Europe is not confined to its geographical boundaries, but is a fluid concept that has changed throughout the centuries. Through an exploration of written and visual texts, this unit investigates how the image of Europe has evolved in a constant tension between inclusion and exclusion.

Areas of study: European languages

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Discuss the different theoretical approaches to the conceptualisation of Europe; and the dynamics between 'European' and 'national' responses to historical challenges and crises
2. Explain the evolution of European identity over time through the analysis of philosophical, literary, and visual texts
3. Undertake a research-based analysis of important aspects of European identity, utilising primary and secondary-source materials from different perspectives and contexts
4. collaborate on a project and present work orally
5. additional learning outcome for language students: apply specialist language in relation to cultural studies in the target language.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. A unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.