Duration
30h Th
Number of credits
Lecturer
Substitute(s)
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
English language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Western European states have been de facto countries have been de facto countries of immigration for a long time. Most Member States of the European Union are multiethnic and multicultural even though they are sometimes reluctant to accept their diversity. Immigration policy and the management of ethno-cultural diversity have become key issues both nationally and in particular in the process of European integration.
The course "European Immigration Policy" examines some of the main issues related to migration in the European Union. The main objective is that students are able to theorize the relationship between the strategies of the state and the European Union supranational institutions towards migrant and ethnic minorities groups. Issues of identity, citizenship, inclusion and exclusion are central to the analysis, which is transdisciplinary (political science, sociology, history, anthropology, law, etc.).
The course begins with a general introduction. It goes on with an overview of post-war migration in Western Europe from 1945 to present days by stressing the main trends, theories and debates on labour migration, on family reunion, on irregular migration, and on the explosion of the asylum crisis. We follow with some theories and frames of immigration policies. And then we document the gradual move towards a common immigration and asylum policy in the European Union. We will also question the concept of borders focusing on the practices at the Southern edges of the European Union. We will also examine the links between migration in Europe and the global economic crisis. Crucial to the process of inclusion are nationality and citizenship policies. "Models" of integration and integration policies in the European states are also examined and in particular in the European Union.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
The main concern is that students are able to theorize the relationship between the strategies of the state and the European Union supranational institutions towards migrant and ethnic minorities groups.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
A good passive and active knowledge of English is a requirement as well as some education in the social sciences, humanities or political science.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
participative methods
guest experts
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)
Each session will comprise a presentation by the instructor followed by a general discussion or by working groups discussions. The active involvement of all participants will be expected in all sessions. Preparatory reading is essential throughout the course. Presentations and discussions are hold in English. PRESENCE IN CLASS IS REQUIRED
Recommended or required readings
A readings will be made available online
Assessment methods and criteria
A written examination will be organized in January 2017. In the second session, the examination will likewise be written. The criteria of evaluation is the ability to theorize the relationship between the strategies of the state and the European Union supranational institutions towards migrant and ethnic minorities.The exam accounts for 15 out of 20 marks, 5 marks will appointed on the basis of class work.
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
absences should be justified (by email) to the teacher
Contacts
Dr. Hannelore Goeman: hgoeman@bruparl.irisnet.be