European Studies at Swinburne University

The aim of this course is to develop in students an appreciation of the events that are shaping Europe today. It allows students to explore contemporary European issues by offering a combination of subjects chosen from Business as well as Language and Culture. Students undertaking the major in European Studies will be better equipped to understand the business cultures of Europe.

European Studies offers two (elective) subjects that are taken in Europe.

The first of these, a European Study Tour involves a three to four week tour of several European countries and includes briefing sessions with major European companies, visits to European Institutions such as the European Parliament, the European Court of Justice and formal lectures offered by European universities. The second (elective) subject, Industry Based Learning in Europe, involves three months work experience in a European country of choice.

A European Studies major involves a total of six subjects, at least one of which must be taken at stage one level, two subjects at stage two and three subjects at stage three.

Why Study European Studies?

European Studies will be of interest to students keen to pursue a career in the international business environment. Australia conducts substantial trade with Europe - the EU is Australia's second largest trading partner overall, and Australia's largest market for services. The major in European Studies seeks to provide Swinburne graduates with a professional preparation for the European Single Market and develop in students the competence and skills required for the cultural, social, legal and political changes that are taking place in the European region today.