POLn4118 Economic Decline, the Euro and Euroscepticism in Italy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2024
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 5 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
Roberto di Quirico (lecturer)
doc. Mgr. Michal Pink, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Mgr. Šárka Pittnerová (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
doc. Mgr. Michal Pink, Ph.D.
Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Timetable
Mon 2. 12. 18:00–19:40 U41, Tue 3. 12. 16:00–17:40 U42, Wed 4. 12. 10:00–11:40 U43, Thu 5. 12. 16:00–17:40 U43, Fri 6. 12. 10:00–11:40 U43, Mon 9. 12. 18:00–19:40 U41, Tue 10. 12. 18:00–19:40 M117, Wed 11. 12. 16:00–17:40 U43, Thu 12. 12. 12:00–13:40 U43, Fri 13. 12. 10:00–11:40 P24a
Prerequisites
Basic ability to study classes in English and work with academic text
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Course objectives
To understand the interconnectedness of economic development and the increase in Eurosceptic perception of society and politics.
Learning outcomes
The student will have the ability to describe the change in the mood of Italian society depending on the economic development.
Syllabus
  • Lesson 1. Introduction: The concept of economic decline In this introductory lesson, we will explore the definition and indicators of economic decline. We'll discuss how economic decline is measured and perceived, focusing on the specific context of Italy and its historical economic challenges. Lesson 2. Euroscepticism in Italy in the 1990s This lesson delves into the roots of Euroscepticism in Italy during the 1990s. We will analyse the sociopolitical and economic factors that contributed to the rise of Euroscepticism, including the impact of EU policies on the Italian economy and society. Lesson 3. The Euro and the new Euroscepticism We will explore the introduction of the Euro and its immediate consequences on the Italian economy. This lesson will examine how the Euro has reshaped both economic policies and public opinion towards European integration. Lesson 4. The Eurozone crisis and the rise of populist parties This lesson addresses the Eurozone crisis' role in propelling populist parties to the forefront of Italian politics. We will discuss how economic hardships and unemployment catalysed populist narratives and their impact on Italian governance. Lesson 5. Italy, the pandemic crisis, and the retreat of Euroscepticism Exploring recent events, this lesson examines how the COVID-19 pandemic affected Italy's economic and political landscape, leading to a nuanced shift in Eurosceptic attitudes, influenced by EU support measures. Lesson 6. Conclusion: just a temporary pause? In the concluding lesson, we will reflect on whether the observed retreat in Euroscepticism represents a long-term change or merely a temporary shift. We will discuss potential future scenarios for Italy's relationship with the EU based on current trends and emerging challenges.
Teaching methods
Lectures, class discussions
Assessment methods
At the end of the course, the student will write a final test.
Náhradní absolvování
Not now.
Language of instruction
English
Further Comments
The course is taught only once.
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