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Eurovisions (EURO10002)

Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject introduces students to Europe through the prism of its biggest annual media extravaganza, the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC). This pan-European event attracts more than 40 participating countries and hundreds of millions of viewers around the world. The ESC offers a rich site for exploring many issues at the core of Europe today: the expansion of the European Union, the integration of Europe as well as the ‘nation branding’ of new participating states. Through a series of case studies, this subject will examine a range of dimensions of Europe, including language, culture, diversity, the national and the transnational, as well as issues of gender and sexuality.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should:

  • Have acquired an in-depth knowledge of the history and development of Europe through the prism of the Eurovision Song contest
  • Have developed a critical appreciation of how issues such as the integration of Europe and the nation branding of states are reflected in the Eurovision Song Contest
  • Have acquired the ability to communicate effectively about issues relating to the Eurovision Song Contest
  • Have acquired critical thinking and analytical skills.

Generic skills

At the completion of this subject, students should:

  • Have developed effective public speaking and written communication skills
  • Have acquired critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Have acquired an understanding of cultural, linguistic, national and transnational contexts
  • Have developed an international awareness and openness to the world
  • Have developed effective time management and planning skills.

Last updated: 19 September 2024