This module aims to develop further critical understanding of EU economic law by studying a range of advanced topics relating to the European Single Market and other aspects of economic integration within the EU.

(LO1) Generic programme outcomes:  ·         Demonstrate principles and techniques of advanced legal research ·         Show an understanding of the relevant social, economic, political, historical, philosophical, ethical, scientific and cultural contexts within Advanced Issues in EU Economic Law operates ·         Demonstrate that the chosen taught modules have been studied in depth ·         Identify, locate and retrieve source legal materials in Advanced Issues in EU Economic Law, both in paper and electronic form ·         Analyse, evaluate and interpret the principal source materials of Advanced Issues in EU Economic Law, including national statutes, national, European and international law reports, treaties, directives and other relevant materials as appropriate ·         Apply legal knowledge to a practical situation and draw reasoned conclusions supported by legal authority ·         Synthesise information from primary legal sources to achieve detailed knowledge and understanding of Advanced Issues in EU Economic Law ·         Understand and employ English, European and international legal terminology, both orally and in writing, to explain and convey technical legal information at an advanced level ·         Demonstrate advanced legal skills (e.g. critical analysis) necessary to enable them to reach a superior understanding of Advanced Issues in EU Economic Law, even if not previously studied at undergraduate level  Skills:  ·         Develop critical analysis skills ·    & #xA0;    Utilise problem-solving skills in complex theoretical and practical contexts ·         Develop time management and prioritisation skills by working to deadlines ·         Develop individual and group communication skills by seminar presentations ·         Develop oral discussion skills by participating in debates and problem-solving exercises ·         Take responsibility for their own learning ·         Develop their skills in reading, analysing and synthesising different viewpoints and presenting their findings/conclusions in clear, comprehensible, structured format, with detailed argumentation where appropriate ·         Be able to make a critical judgment of the merits of particular arguments and make a reasoned choice between alternative solutions or arguments Subject Specific Outcomes At the end of the module, students should be able to: demonstrate thorough knowledge of the legal principles underpinning various advanced topics in EU economic law; demonstrate critical awareness of the broader constitutional and policy implications of European economic integration; locate and handle appropriate legal and non-legal materials; carry out research in the field of EU economic law.

1 The syllabus for this module will change from year to year, depending on current topics of scholarly and policy interest.  By way of illustration, last year's syllabus was as follows: Introduction S eminar 1 – Competence to Harmonise for the Purposes of the Internal Market Seminar 2 – Styles of Internal Market Harmonisation Seminar 3 – Forms of Internal Market Harmonisation Seminar 4 – Regulatory Competition within the EU Reading Week Seminar 5 – Freedom of Establishment, Cross-Border Acquisitions and the Treatment of “Golden Shares” Seminar 6 – Free Movement of Capital and Treatment of Foreign Direct Investment Seminar 7 – The EU System of Energy Regulation Seminar 8 – Establishing an Internal Energy Market: the Electricity and Gas Sectors General Discussion Session (Including Queries)

Teaching Method 1 - Seminar
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Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: Introductory session; 8 substantive classes; formative assessment session; general discussion / Q&A session