PHINNEMORE P. – Brexit: A Case Study of European Disintegration (8h)

The seminar aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Brexit as a case study of European disintegration, focusing on the UK's historical relationship with the EU, the consequences of withdrawal and the nature of the post-Brexit UK-EU relationship. Students will critically analyse the legal, political, and economic implications of Brexit and assess its long-term impact on UK-EU relations.

By the end of this seminar, students should be able to:

• Critically assess the UK's historical relationship with the European Union, with a focus on its role as an "awkward partner."
• Understand the complexities involved in the process of negotiating a member state's withdrawal from the EU, particularly through the lens of Brexit.
• Evaluate the significance of key legal and political documents, such as the Withdrawal Agreement, the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland, and the Trade and Cooperation Agreement.
• Analyse the long-term economic, social, and political impacts of Brexit on both the UK and the EU.
• Engage in informed debate about the future trajectory of UK-EU relations and the ongoing implications of post-Brexit frameworks such as the Windsor Framework.

The teaching methods will include interactive lectures and case study discussions, encouraging students to explore the practical and political implications of Brexit.

Professor David PHINNEMORE