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EUST1002: Civil Society in Contemporary Europe

Semester 2, 2022 [Normal day] - Remote

Overview

Over the past two decades the face of Europe has changed dramatically. In this unit we examine the new ways in which European nations and the European Union negotiate issues of co-operation and co-existence, focusing on aspects of civil society, social change and cultural diversity. Case studies include the implications of Brexit, the re-emergence of the far right, immigration and multiculturalism, generational change, and other latest developments in Europe.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	European Studies
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Peter Morgan, peter.morgan@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Peter Morgan, peter.morgan@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Small continuous assessment	Discussion boards and participation n/a	20%	-	1250 words
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Tutorial quiz	Online quizzes n/a	20%	Multiple weeks	750 words total
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Assignment	Assignment n/a	25%	Week 05 Due date: 04 Sep 2022 at 23:59	1000 words
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Assignment	Essay n/a	35%	Week 12 Due date: 30 Oct 2022 at 23:59	1500 words
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Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a High distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a Distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction: What is European civil society	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 01	Introduction: Civil Society in Contemporary Europe	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	Social Capital and Civil Society in the Film "Two Days, One Night"	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 02	Introduction to civil society: Western Europe after the crisis	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 03	Civil Society in the film "Leviathan"	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 03	Introduction to civil society: Eastern Europe and Putin's Russia	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 04	Civil society and Ideology in the film "The Lives of the Others"	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 04	Introduction to civil society: ideology and social trust (communism)	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 05	Civil Society and Legacies of the Past - Germany	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 05	Civil Society and Legacies of the past - Germany	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	The New European Far Right (Various Case Studies)	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 06	New Social Movements and the New Far Right in Europe	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 07	Populism and Illiberalism in CE: Poland and Hungary	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 07	Populism and 'Illiberalism' in Central Europe	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 08	Migration and Asylum in the film 'Stranger in Paradise'	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 08	Contemporary Issues of Civil Society in Europe 1: Migration and Asylum	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 09	Migration, Identity and Civil Society in Kapllani's "A Short Border Handbook"	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 09	Contemporary Issues of Civil Society in Europe 2: Migration and Identity in SE Europe	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 10	Civil society issues in Brexit: Guardian Brexit Shorts	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 10	Contemporary Issues of Civil Society in Europe 3: Brexit	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 11	Civil Society and the EU and Essay Workshop	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 11	Civil Society and the EU	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 12	What next for the EU? Recap and Review	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 12	What next for the EU? Recap and Review	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 13	Review: civil society in Europe: theory and practice	Independent study (1 hr)
Week 13	Review: Civil Society in Europe: Theory and Practice	Online class (1 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

80% attendance at tutorials is required, with video and audio facilities operating.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Define the concept of civil society with reference to accepted current definitions and theoretical frameworks in relation to Europe and the European Union.
LO2. Apply theoretical models of civil society in the analysis of major issues currently affecting people's lives in Europe, such as the emergence of a new type of far-right politics, increased environmental awareness and policy formation, ongoing issues of immigration and the refugee crisis, ongoing EU inclusion, development and its problems, health, security issues.
LO3. Identify the main political, social and cultural issues in Europe today, such as the role of the European Union, the emergence of new forms of far right, far left and alternative political movement, sources of political and social tension such as the ongoing consequences of Brexit, the refugee crisis and immigration, the environmental crisis etc.
LO4. Analyse relevant film, documentary and other cultural products with reference to specific aspects of contemporary European societies.
LO5. Critically assess the impact of the major political and social issues in the European and EU environment as they develop.
LO6. Apply the principles of scholarly research, objective analytical thinking, clear writing and correct documentation in short assignments and essays.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

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Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

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Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

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