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European and European Union studies - Faculty of Arts

Offered by the European and EU Centre

European and European Union (EU) studies focuses on the present, the past and the possible futures of Europe; its peoples and nations, individually and in relation to each other, its cultures, political and economic life, and the relationships that link Europe to the rest of the world.

Students undertaking European and EU studies at Monash can expect to learn about the contribution that European thought and culture have made to the shaping of the modern world, as well as the significance of contemporary developments such as the creation and enlargement of the European Union. Students are encouraged to analyse, interpret, discuss and evaluate texts, both historical and contemporary, that are representative of European ideas and culture, and to become familiar with the different forms of innovation that have characterized the development of the European Union.

At Monash, European and EU studies is taught by the Monash European and EU Centre. Whilst located in the Faculty of Arts, the centre works closely with the faculties of Law and Business/Economics and its research and teaching activities are cross-disciplinary.

Students may take a major, a minor, or individual units in European and EU studies. At fourth-year level, students may enrol for honours in European and EU studies, or in European and EU studies combined with another approved discipline.

The centre offers a Diploma in European Studies. It is recommended that students study a European language in parallel to their work in European and EU studies but it is not a prerequisite of enrolment. These can be studied as part of a Diploma of Languages.

For information on the units required for a major or minor in European or EU studies, refer to the `Areas of study' section on the Arts faculty website at http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/current/coursework/study-areas/.

Study Abroad

Monash units taught at the Monash University centres in Prato in Italy and in London may be counted towards the European or EU studies major, as well as the Diploma in European Studies with the centre's permission.

All students of European and EU studies are encouraged to study in Europe. The centre has established contacts with European universities, enabling students to gain credit towards a qualification in European and EU studies. Grants for study in Europe are available through Monash Abroad. Students intending to undertake study in Europe should consult with the centre before applying for these grants.

Relevant courses

  • Diploma in European Studies
  • Bachelor of Arts (and associated double degrees)
  • Bachelor of Arts (Global)
  • Bachelor of Letters

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9903 4639 (Clayton); Email europecentre@general.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.monash.edu.au/europecentre.