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International Foundation Courses and English Language Studies

Studies in European Society

Unit value:

This optional unit is an introduction to the ideas and principles behind the development of European or Western society. This unit provides a conceptual understanding and analytical framework for discussing the European or Western world-view and so should benefit students who in their future academic or professional careers expect to deal with European values or issues. Topics include:

  • religion
  • class
  • race
  • nationalism
  • gender
  • democracy
  • education
  • the European Union