CSPO 21A05 - EU Enlargement : A policy framework and a transformative process

This course explores EU enlargement both as a policy framework and a transformative process for candidate countries. It provides an overview of the EU enlargement policy, its methodology, and the various waves of enlargement, emphasizing both successes and challenges. The course examines the evolution of the enlargement policy and the debates surrounding it, with a particular focus on recent developments following the 2022 war in Ukraine. Students will also gain a deeper understanding of the integration experiences of selected current candidate countries, offering insights into the unique characteristics of each case.