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This module examines the rules concerning the free movement of Union citizens and their families in the European Union. It traces the evolution of these rules from their economic origins to their current conceptualisation as citizenship rights. The first half of the module will provide a detailed analysis of the general framework of EU internal migration rights. In the second half, we will consider the application of these rules in particular situations or to particular categories of individuals (eg: professionals, students, patients, posted workers).Syllabusweek 1: From economic migrant to Union citizen - concept of Union citizenshipweek 2: The scope of EU internal migration law - wholly internal situationsWeek 3: Migration rights: the right to enter, leave and reside in another EU Member State Week 4: Equal treatment and access to work and welfare in the host stateWeek 5: Derogations from free movement
15 Credits