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Course Catalog - Fall 2024

EURO 199 - Undergraduate Open Seminar

Approved for letter and S/U grading. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 3 hours.

EURO 325 - Social Media and Global Change

Same as AFST 325, ASST 325, EPOL 325, EPS 325, INFO 325, LAST 325, REES 325, and SAME 325. See EPOL 325.

EURO 376 - Children and Youth Literature

Same as CWL 376, GWS 376, and SCAN 376. See SCAN 376.

EURO 385 - Politics of the European Union

Same as FR 385, GER 385, and PS 385. See PS 385.

EURO 410 - Labor and the European Union

Same as LER 410. See LER 410.

EURO 415 - Europe and the Mediterranean

Examines the governments, societies, and cultures on the shores of the Mediterranean. Examines ideas associated with the Mediterranean and practices followed by its people and governments from the perspectives of a variety of disciplines, paying special attention to the region's relationship with the European Union. Same as ITAL 415 and PS 415. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Minimum of junior standing, or consent of instructor.

EURO 418 - Language & Minorities in Europe

Same as GER 418, FR 418, ITAL 418, LING 418, PS 418, SLAV 418, and SPAN 418. See FR 418.

EURO 470 - Scandinavian Politics and Society

Same as CWL 470 and SCAN 470. See SCAN 470.

EURO 489 - Green Screen: Film and Nature

Same as MACS 490 and SCAN 490. See SCAN 490.

EURO 490 - Special Topics in EU Studies

Selected reading and research in European Studies. See schedule for current topics. 1 to 4 undergraduate hours. 1 to 4 graduate hours. Approved for letter and S/U grading. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 hours in same or separate terms if topics vary. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, or consent of the instructor.

EURO 500 - Dialogue on Europe

Exploration of a variety of subjects about the European Union and EU-US relations and comparative perspectives. This transatlantic relationship will be studied via a series of expert lectures offered by University of Illinois faculty and visiting scholars. 2 graduate hours. No professional credit. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 hours in separate terms if topics vary. Prerequisite: Priority given to students in the MAEUS and EUC FLAS Fellowship programs, other graduate students welcome by permission of the instructors.

EURO 501 - EU Institutions and Governance

A graduate-level introduction to the European Union, its history, decision-making processes, legal framework and economic effects.

EURO 502 - The EU in a Global Context

Introduces students to the role of the EU in international affairs. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 8 hours.

EURO 576 - Children and Youth Literature

Same as CWL 586, GWS 576, and SCAN 576. See SCAN 576.

EURO 580 - Research Design & Techniques

Introduction for students in the master's in European Union Studies degree program to the processes involved in developing and completing an MA thesis project. Topics covered may include departmental and Graduate College thesis requirements; research methodologies; conducting effective field research; resources for thesis writing; and practical advice on managing a thesis project. Approved for S/U grading only.

EURO 590 - Directed Ind Study

May be repeated in the same term to a maximum of 6 hours. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 12 hours. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

EURO 591 - Internship in European and European Union Studies

Integrates the practical, co-curricular, or immersive learning experiences from a part-time internship in some aspect of European /international or public affairs into the context of a student’s course work with the EU Center. Course content will address challenges of applying course knowledge to work outside of the classroom and of adapting to a new professional environment; it will also draw from consultations with those serving in the role of on-site internship supervisor. The course is intended for students who are working in an internship (including virtual) part-time during the semester or full-time during some portion of the summer (i.e., not full-time for a regular semester). 1 to 3 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: At least one previous EURO course. Students must secure an internship and approval from the EUC academic coordinator before enrolling in the course; students must also confirm intent to enroll in the course with the employer beforehand and send documentation to the instructor. All arrangements must be made in advance of registration.

EURO 596 - Special Topics in EU Studies

Instruction on topics of current interest about the European Union. May be repeated in the same or separate terms if topics vary. See Class Schedule for current topics.

EURO 599 - Thesis Research

To carry out work on the MA in European Union Studies. Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 8 graduate hours. Prerequisite: EURO 501 and EURO 502.