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BA (Hons) in European Studies

Programme Handbook

Year 2

Name: ____________________

Please note: All information contained in this handbook is subject to change


List of members lecturing on the programme Programme Co-Ordinators: Class Tutor (Year 2): Modules: Semester 3 &4 Beginners German Advanced French Beginners Spanish Contemporary German Culture & Society Contemporary French Culture & Society Contemporary Spanish Culture & Society German Literature & Society French Literature & Society Spanish Literature & Society Development of Modern European State European Integration Introduction to Multi-Media Pre-departure programme

Name Dr Geraldine Grogan Ms. Mairéad Power Ms. Mary Thornton Ms Geraldine Mitchell Ms Kathryn Casey Ms Angela Feeney Ms Mairéad Power Ms. Mary Thornton Dr Geraldine Grogan Ms Angela Feeney Ms Mairéad Power Dr Geraldine Grogan Dr Eamon Maher Marcela Nievas Louise Deegan Ms Caroline Earley Peter Geraghty International Officer Ms Tara Mc Kiernan

Extension #

2887 2731

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2860 2835 2868 2731 2810 2887 2868 2731 2887 2871 2856 2856 2676

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Email addresses

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Version 8h September 2006

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Approved Course Schedule

NAME OF INSTITUTION: Institute of Technology, Tallaght TITLE OF AWARD: BA in European Studies AREA OF SPECIALISATION: European Studies LEARNING MODES OFFERED: FT, ACCS STAGE: 1 SEMESTER: 1

Credits Allocation of Marks

Subject Number

Semester Title of Examination Subject

Subject Status

Level Number

Contact Hours

(per week)

C.A. PROJ. PRAC. FINAL MAX.

1 1 Language 1 Mandatory 1 4 5 50 50 100 2 1 Language 2 Mandatory 1 4 5 50 50 100 3 1 Contemporary

European Society (L1)Mandatory 1 4 2 100 100

4 1 Contemporary European Society (L2)

Mandatory 1 4 2 100 100

5 1 European History (L1) Mandatory 1 4 3 50 50 100 6 1 European History (L2) Mandatory 1 4 3 50 50 100 7 1 European Institutions Mandatory 1 4 2 30 70 100 8 1 PC Applications Mandatory 1 2 2 100 100





Subject Number


Subject Status

Level Number

Contact Hours

(per week)


17 2 Language 1 Mandatory 1 4 5 50 50 100 18 2 Language 2 Mandatory 1 4 5 50 50 100 19 2 Contemporary

European Society (L1)Mandatory 1 4 2 100 100

20 2 Contemporary European Society (L2)

Mandatory 1 4 2 100 100

21 2 European History (L1) Mandatory 1 4 3 50 50 100 22 2 European History (L2) Mandatory 1 4 3 50 50 100 23 2 European Institutions Mandatory 1 4 2 30 70 100 24 2 PC Applications Mandatory 1 2 2 100 100





Subject Number


Subject Status

Level Number

Contact Hours

(per week)


1 3 Language Mandatory 2 5 6 50 50 100 2 3 Contemporary

European Society Mandatory 2 5 2 100 100

3 3 Development of the Mod. European State

Mandatory 2 5 2 50 50 100

4 3 European Integration Mandatory 2 5 2 50 50 100 5 3 European Lit. & Soc. Mandatory 2 5 2 100 100 6 3 Introduction to Multi-

Media Mandatory 2 5 2 10 60 30 100 100





Subject Number


Subject Status

Level Number

Contact Hours

(per week)


17 4 Language Mandatory 2 5 6 50 50 100 18 4 Contemporary

European Society Mandatory 2 5 2 100 100

19 4 Totalitarianism in Europe

Mandatory 2 5 2 50 50 100

20 4 European Integration Mandatory 2 5 2 30 70 100 21 4 European Lit. & Soc. Mandatory 2 5 2 100 100 22 4 Introduction to Multi-

Media Mandatory 2 5 2 10 60 30 100 100

Semester 5 & 6 spent abroad: Year 3 learners to participate in programmes that are assessed and accredited by the host Institutions in accordance with Erasmus and Socrates regulations.





Subject Number


Subject Status

Level Number

Contact Hours

(per week)


1 7 Contemporary European Society

Mandatory 4 5 2 100 100

2 7 State & Society in Twentieth Century Ireland

Mandatory 4 5 2 50 50 100

3 7 Global Politics Mandatory 4 4 2 30 70 100 4 7 Language Study:

European Literature & Society

Mandatory 4 5 2 100 100

5 7 Contemporary Political Philosophy & the Politics of Ideas

Mandatory 4 4 2 30 70 100

6 7 Dissertation Mandatory 4 4 2 100 100 7 7 European Economics Elective 4 3 2 30 70 100 8 7 Irish Culture &

Identity Elective 4 3 2 30 70 100

8 7 4 3 2 100

ote: All information contained in this handbook is subject to change


NAME OF INSTITUTION: Institute of Technology, Tallaght TITLE OF AWARD: BA in European Studies AREA OF SPECIALISATION:European Studies LEARNING MODES OFFERED: FT, ACCS STAGE: 4 SEMESTER: 8


Subject Number


Subject Status

Level Number

Contact Hours

(per week)


17 8 Contemporary European Society

Mandatory 4 5 2 100 100

18 8 Irish-European Relations: An Historic Perspective

Mandatory 4 5 2 50 50 100

19 8 Global Politics Mandatory 4 4 2 30 70 100 20 8 Language Study:

European Literature & Society

Mandatory 4 5 2 100 100

21 8 Dissertation Mandatory 4 4 2 100 100 22 8 Contemporary

Political Philosophy & the Politics of Ideas

Mandatory 4 4 2 30 70 100

23 8 European Economics Elective 4 3 2 30 70 100 24 8 Contemp.Representati

ons of Ireland Elective 4 3 2 30 70 100

8 7 Elective 4 3 2 100

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Semester 3


Programme Outcome for Advanced French, Semester 3

Aims & Objectives: • Converse and instigate

conversation in Spanish • Discuss content of authentic texts

(written & aural) • Produce texts on a diverse range

of topics Syllabus Outline

Oral French. Texts dealing with Business and topical subjects.

Assessment Requirements

CA 50%, Exam 50%

Date of submission

CA details to be outlined in class

Recommended Learning/Reading Media

Faisons affaires (mandatory) Use of Moodle for assignment work Students should also have a dictionary.

Progression Criteria

Must get a GPA of 2 or better to advance

Other relevant information

This is a skills based programme and students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative attendance in this subject. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Programme Outcome for Beginners Language (German), Semester 3

Ability to converse and initiate conversation and make presentations in German. Ability to understand gist of authentic audio and video material. Ability to write about a range of general interest topics.

Syllabus Outline

General development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Communicative skills. Introduction to presentation skills in German.


CA 50% Exam 50%

Date of submission (where appropriate)

Aural and oral in November


Lemke,C. et al, Berliner Platz 1 Supplemental material will also be distributed Students should also have a dictionary.


You must obtain a GPA of 2 for progression to Semester 4




Programme Outcome for Beginners Language (Spanish), Semester 3

Having successfully completed this subject the student will: Converse and initiate conversation in Spanish on specific topics Make presentations in class Discuss and write about a range of topics in Spanish understand audio and video materials in Spanish

Syllabus Outline

Emphasis will be placed on further acquiring and developing the four skills oral, aural, reading and writing. Grammar, vocabulary and necessary business language will be taught in class


Exam 50%, Continuous Assessment 50% CA will consist of Grammar 15% ; Aural 15% ;Oral 10% & Presentation 10%

Date of submission

To be arranged by individual lecturers


Nuevo Ven 2 (ELE) by Castro, Marín, Morales & Rosa published by Edelsa available in International Books, South Frederick street, Dublin 2 Students should also have a dictionary. Collins. Handouts will be provided throughout the Semester


You must obtain a GPA of 2.00 for progression to Semester 4


As this is a skills based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Programme Outcome for Contemporary European Culture and Society (French), Semester 3

Having successfully completed this subject the student will be able to: • comment on important cultural movements

and developments in France. • discuss key contemporary political or social

issues in France. • discuss the social and cultural relevance of a

contemporary French film.

Syllabus Outline

• Literature and the arts • Contemporary political and social issues as

covered in the English language media Each semester students will view at least one film in French.


C/A 100% which will consist of : • Film/Article Review-written in English;

(20%) • Class Presentation - on topic relevant to

course and discussed with lecturer - delivered in English (20%)

• Portfolio and presentation of articles on France/countries where French is the main language. The articles should be taken from English language newspapers and magazines and should be compiled from January until the end of the semester. The material must not be downloaded from the Internet. (60%)

Date of submission

To be announced.

Recommended Learning/Reading Media Handouts will be supplied throughout the semester.

Progression Criteria You must obtain a GPA of 2.00 for progression to Semester 4

Other relevant information Portfolios: Articles should be compiled from English language newspapers and magazines. All articles must be dated and the newspaper or magazine source noted. Articles should be arranged thematically eg Politics, Economy, Music, Sport etc Articles may not be downloaded from the internet. As this is a knowledge based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject. .


Programme Outcome for Contemporary European Culture and Society (German), Semester 3

Having successfully completed this module the student will be able to:

• comment on important cultural movements and developments in Germany.

• discuss key contemporary political or social issues in Germany.

• discuss the social and cultural relevance of a contemporary German film.

Syllabus Outline


covered in the English language media Each semester students will view at least one film in German.

Assessment Requirements C/A 100% which will consist of :

• Film/Article Review-written in English; (20%) • Class Presentation - on topic relevant to course

and discussed with lecturer - delivered in English; (20%)

• Portfolio and presentation of articles on Germany/countries where German is the main language. The articles should be taken from English language newspapers and magazines and should be compiled from January until the end of the semester. The material must not be downloaded from the Internet. (60%)

Date of submission To be announced.

Recommended Learning/Reading Media Handouts will be supplied throughout the semester.

Progression Criteria You must obtain a GPA of 2 for progression to semester 2.

Other relevant information Portfolios: Articles should be compiled from English language newspapers and magazines. All articles must be dated and the newspaper or magazine source noted. Articles should be arranged thematically eg Politics, Economy, Music, Sport etc Articles may not be downloaded from the internet. As this is a knowledge based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Contemporary European Culture and Society (Spanish) Semester 3

Having successfully completed this subject the student will be able to:

• comment on important cultural movements and developments in Spain.

• discuss key contemporary political or social issues in Spain.

• discuss the social and cultural relevance of a contemporary Spanish film.

Syllabus Outline


covered in the English language media Each semester students will view at least one film in Spanish.


C/A 100% which will consist of : • Film/Article Review-written in English;

(20%) • Class Presentation - on topic relevant to

course and discussed with lecturer - delivered in English; (20%)

• Portfolio and presentation of articles on Spain/countries where Spanish is the main language. The articles should be taken from English language newspapers and magazines and should be compiled from January until the end of the semester. The material must not be downloaded from the Internet. (60%)

Date of submission To be announced. Recommended Learning/Reading Media Handouts provided by the lecturer. Newspapers &

Magazines. The library has an extensive catalogue of materials available to students.

Progression Criteria You must obtain a GPA of 2.00 for progression to Semester 4

Other relevant information Portfolios: Articles should be compiled from English language newspapers and magazines. All articles must be dated and the newspaper or magazine source noted. Articles should be arranged thematically eg Politics, Economy, Music, Sport etc Articles may not be downloaded from the internet. As this is a knowledge based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Programme Outcome for European Literature and Society (French), Semester 3

Having successfully completed this module, the student will:

• Appreciate the role played by literature in French society

• Read literary texts in English translation and see the way literature and history interact

• Be conversant with the writings of a number of French authors

Syllabus Outline

Existentialism and the Enlightenment


CA 100%. Essays and presentation

Date of submission

To be announced.


To be announced.


You must obtain a GPA of 2 or better in order to advance.


As this is a knowledge based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Programme Outcome for European Literature and Society (German), Semester 3


• Appreciate the role played by literature in German society


• Be conversant with the writings of a number of German authors

Syllabus Outline

Literature as a medium to understanding key issues in contemporary German society



Date of submission

To be announced.


To be announced.






Programme Outcome for European Literature and Society (Spanish), Semester 3


• Appreciate the role played by literature in Spanish society


• Be conversant with the writings of a few number of Spanish authors

Syllabus Outline

Literature as a medium to understanding key issues in contemporary Spanish society



Date of submission

To be announced.


Texts to be announced in class.




As this is a knowledge based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject


Programme Outcome for European Integration

The aim of the course is to 1. Introduce students to the dominant

issues of the European Integration process.

2. Provide students with an understating of the main theoretical models of European Integration.

3. Critically assess the preliminary impact of the recent accession countries on European Integration.

Syllabus Outline

- Historical evolution and the

Treaty framework: from Rome to Nice

- Enlargement: The political and institutional challenges of enlargement to the East.

- Theorizing European integration: federalism; neo-functionalism; intergovernmentalism

- Conceptualizing European integration: sovereignty; supranationalism; legitimacy & subsidiarity

- The Union’s Economic Order: The Single Markey; Economic and Monetary Union.


Final examination 70% and one continuous assessment 30%

Date of submission for continuous assessment assignment

TBA


Cini, Michelle. 2003. European Union Politics. Oxford University Press. Wiener, Antje (Editor), Diez, Thomas (Editor). 2003. European Integration Theory. Oxford University Press. Rosamond, Ben. 2000.Theories of European Integration. Palgrave Macmillan.


You must obtain a GPA of 2 for progression to Semester 4.



Programme Outcome for the Development of the Modern European State, Semester 3

Having successfully completed this subject the student will:

• Understand the main political developments in the evolution of the modern European state

• Understand the role of nationalism in the formation of the modern European state

• Manipulate historical subject matter analytically.

Syllabus Outline

• Concepts of state, nation & nationalism

• Nationalism & national identities in the 19th and 20th centuries

• Nationalism & the nation state

Assessment Requirements • This module is examined by both Final written exam in January (50%) and Continuous Assessment (50%). The CA elements are: an essay and a presentation.

Date of submission

To be arranged by individual lecturers

Recommended Learning/Reading Media To be announced in class.

Progression Criteria You must obtain a GPA of 2 for progression to semester 2.

Other relevant information As this is a knowledge based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject


Programme Outcome for Introduction to Mulitmedia

Having successfully completed this subject the student will have: Information Technology skills to Mose standard. Improved presentation and communication skills. An increased competency in the use of Word Processors, Presentation and Browser applications. Acquired online research skills and use of electronic resources. Group Work skills. Improved file/document management skills. Appreciation of electronic media types and digital environments.

Syllabus Outline

Introduction to Multimedia. Sound capture and editing. Image manipulation and graphics editing. Advanced use of the Internet, search engines, research tools. Basic HTML Authoring and Multimedia application development.

Assessment Requirements 100% Assessment to include projects and presentations relevant to other areas of the programme i.e. Contemporary Society. Technical elements and formatting being examined by the IT lecturers.

Date of submission

To be arranged by individual lecturers in conjunction with dates in Contemporary European Society modules.

Recommended Learning/Reading Media Course Notes Progression Criteria You must obtain a GPA of 2.00 for

progression to Semester 4 Other relevant information As this is a skills based subject, students must

demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Semester 4


Programme Outcome for Advanced French, Semester 4

Aims & Objectives: • Converse and instigate conversation

in French • Discuss content of authentic texts

(written & aural) • Produce texts on a diverse range of

topics Syllabus Outline

Oral French. Texts dealing with Business and topical subjects.


CA 50%, Exam 50%

Date of submission

To be confirmed by the lecturer


Faisons affaires (mandatory) Use of Moodle for assignment work Students should also have a dictionary.


Must get a GPA of 2 or better to advance to year abroad




Programme Outcome Beginners Language (German), semester 4

Ability to converse and instigate conversation and make presentations in German. Ability to understand gist of authentic audio and video material. Ability to write about a range of general interest topics. Ability to extract main points from authentic written texts.

Syllabus Outline

Further development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Preparation for the year abroad.

Assessment Requirements CA 50% Exam 50%



Recommended Learning/Reading Media Lemke,C. et al, Berliner Platz 1 Supplemental material will also be distributed Students should also have a dictionary

Progression Criteria You must obtain a GPA of 2 or better for progression to the year abroad.

Other relevant information As this is a skills-based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Programme Outcome for Beginners Language (Spanish), Semester 4

Having successfully completed this subject the student will: Converse and initiate conversation in Spanish on specific topics Make presentations in class Discuss and write about a range of topics in Spanish understand audio and video materials in Spanish

Syllabus Outline

Emphasis will be placed on further acquiring and developing the four skills oral, aural, reading and writing . Grammar, vocabulary and necessary business language will be taught in class


Exam 50% C/A 50%

Date of submission



Nuevo Ven 2 (ELE) by Castro, Marín, Morales & Rosa published by Edelsa available in International Books, South Frederick street, Dublin 2 Students should also have a dictionary. Collins.


You must obtain a GPA of 2 or better for progression to the year abroad.


As this is a skills based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Programme Outcome for Contemporary European Culture and Society (French),Semester 4

Having successfully completed this subject the student will be able to: • discuss national identity and the role it plays in

France. • discuss key contemporary political or social

issues in France. • discuss the social and cultural relevance of a

contemporary French film.

Syllabus Outline

• National identity • Multi-culturalism • Contemporary political and social issues as

covered in the English language media Each semester students will view at least one film in French..


C/A 100% which will consist of : 1. Film review ( typed in Word )20% 2. Class presentation 20% 3. Portfolio: containing articles on France and countries where French is spoken, taken from both English and foreign language newspapers and magazines, which will comprise approx. 60% of the material Articles must be dated and newspaper or magazine source noted. Articles must be from Jan.-May inclusive, relating to contemporary events and arranged thematically. Some internet documents may be used. All internet documents must be properly referenced adhering to the Harvard method and an evaluation of the quality of the material presented must be given. Internet articles may amount to no more than 33% of your scrapbook. Some articles may be in French. in Semester 4. Articles will be presented in class. Total marks 60%


• Film review To be announced • Class presentation To be announced • Portfolio containing articles on France- to be

presented at the end of Semester 4 Recommended Learning/Reading Media

Handouts provided by the lecturer. newspapers & magazines. The library has an extensive catalogue of materials available to students.


You must obtain a GPA of 2.00 or better for progression to the year abroad.


As this is a knowledge-based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Programme Outcome for Contemporary European Culture and Society (German),Semester 4

Having successfully completed this subject the student will be able to: • discuss national identity and the role it plays in

Germany. • discuss key contemporary political or social

issues in Germany. • discuss the social and cultural relevance of a

contemporary German film. Syllabus Outline


covered in the English language media Each semester students will view at least one film in German.


C/A 100% which will consist of : 1. Film review ( typed in Word )20% 2. Class presentation 20% 3. Portfolio: containing articles on Germany and countries where German is spoken, taken from both English and foreign language newspapers and magazines, which will comprise approx. 60% of the material Articles must be dated and newspaper or magazine source noted. Articles must be from Jan.-May inclusive, relating to contemporary events and arranged thematically. Some internet documents may be used. All internet documents must be properly referenced adhering to the Harvard method and an evaluation of the quality of the material presented must be given. Internet articles may amount to no more than 33% of your scrapbook. Some articles may be in German. in Semester 4. Articles will be presented in class. Total marks 60%

Date of submission

• Film review To be announced • Class presentation To be announced • Portfolio containing articles on Germany- to be







Having successfully completed this subject the student will be able to:


Programme Outcome for Contemporary European Culture and Society (Spanish),Semester 4

• discuss national identity and the role it plays in Spain.

• discuss key contemporary political or social issues in Spain.

• discuss the social and cultural relevance of a contemporary Spanish film.

Syllabus Outline


covered in the English language media Each semester students will view at least one film in Spanish.


C/A 100% which will consist of : 1. Film review ( typed in Word )20% 2. Class presentation 20% 3. Portfolio: containing articles on Spain and Spanish speaking countries, taken from both English and foreign language newspapers and magazines, which will comprise approx. 60% of the material Articles must be dated and newspaper or magazine source noted. Articles must be from Jan.-May inclusive, relating to contemporary events and arranged thematically. Some internet documents may be used. All internet documents must be properly referenced adhering to the Harvard method and an evaluation of the quality of the material presented must be given. Internet articles may amount to 33% of your scrapbook. Some articles may be in Spanish. in Semester 4. Articles will be presented in class. Total marks 60%


• Film review To be announced • Class presentation To be announced • Portfolio containing articles on Spain- to be








Programme Outcome for European Literature and Society (French) Semester 4


• Appreciate the role played by literature in French society


• Be conversant with the writings of a few number of French authors

Syllabus Outline

Literature as a medium to understanding key issues in contemporary French society



Date of submission

To be confirmed by the lecturer.








Programme Outcome for European Literature and Society (German) Semester 4


• Appreciate the role played by literature in German society


• Be conversant with the writings of a few number of Germanb authors

Syllabus Outline

Literature as a medium to understanding key issues in contemporary German society



Date of submission

To be confirmed by the lecturer.








Programme Outcome for European Literature and Society (Spanish) Semester 4


• Appreciate the role played by literature in Spanish society


• Be conversant with the writings of a few number of Spanish authors

Syllabus Outline

Literature as a medium to understanding key issues in contemporary Spanish society



Date of submission









Programme Outcome for European Integration, Semester 4

The aim of the course is to 4. Introduce students to the dominant

issues of the European Integration process.

5. Provide students with an understanding of the main theoretical models of European Integration.

6. Critically assess the preliminary impact of the recent accession countries on European Integration.

Syllabus Outline

1. Theoretical perspectives applied to European Integration

- Neo Functionalism - Supra-nationalism - Intergovernmentalism - Multi-level governance 2. European Union Citizenship - Legal and social descriptions and

debates. 3. Democracy and the European

Union. - Questions of legitimacy and the

‘Democratic Deficit’. - Models of Democracy –

Federalism, Confederalism. Assessment Requirements Final examination 70% and one continuous

assessment 30% Date of submission for continuous assessment assignment


Recommended Learning/Reading Media Cini, Michelle. 2003. European Union Politics. Oxford University Press. Wiener, Antje (Editor), Diez, Thomas (Editor). 2003. European Integration Theory. Oxford University Press. Rosamond, Ben. 2000.Theories of European Integration. Palgrave Macmillan.

Progression Criteria You must obtain a GPA of 2.00 or better to progress to the year abroad.


As this is a knowledge based subject, students must demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject


Programme Outcome for Introduction to Mulitmedia

Having successfully completed this subject the student will have: Information Technology skills to Mose standard. Improved presentation and communication skills. An increased competency in the use of Word Processors, Presentation and Browser applications. Acquired online research skills and use of electronic resources. Group Work skills. Improved file/document management skills. Appreciation of electronic media types and digital environments. Research topics on the web. Asking students to evaluate quality of material., to reference sources as per the Harvard method.

Syllabus Outline

Introduction to Multimedia. Sound capture and editing. Image manipulation and graphics editing. Advanced use of the Internet, search engines, research tools.

Assessment Requirements 100% Assessment to include projects and presentations relevant to other areas of the programme i.e. Contemporary Society. Technical elements and formatting being examined by the IT lecturers.

Date of submission

As per C/A dates in Contemporary European Society modules.

Recommended Learning/Reading Media Course Notes Progression Criteria You must obtain a GPA of 2.00 or better to

progress to the year abroad. Other relevant information As this is a skills based subject, students must

demonstrate a competency based on cumulative knowledge. Attendance is mandatory in this subject.


Totalitarianism in Europe (Semester 4) Having successfully completed this module, the

student will : • have a general understanding of the

concept of totalitarianism • be able to apply their knowledge of

Hitler’s Germany and Stalin’s Soviet Union to critically examine and compare these two regimes

• have an understanding of the effects totalitarianism has had on Europe in general and on Germany and the Soviet Union in particular.

Syllabus Outline

• Totalitarianism, Fascism and Communism – concepts and ideologies

• Hitler & Stalin – rise to power and cult of leadership

• German and Soviet society under Hitler and Stalin

• Indoctrination & propaganda • Policies of terror & genocide


• This module is examined by both Final written exam (50%) and Continuous Assessment (50%).

• The CA will consist of: • 1 essay @35% and 1 presentation @15%

Date of submission

To be confirmed by lecturer

Recommended Learning/Reading Media Articles distributed in class.


Students must obtain a GPA of 2 in order to progress to Semester 5.


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