POLS30018 European Integration: Politics of the EU

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

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What you learn

How the European Union works, the pull between nationalism and integration, key policies like the euro and migration, and its global role.

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What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 50%, Final exam 40%, Participation 10%

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Quick answers

When is POLS30018 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking POLS30018?
No prerequisites.
Does POLS30018 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 40% of the mark. Assessment: Reports and essays 50%, Final exam 40%, Participation 10%.
How many class hours a week does POLS30018 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take POLS30018 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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