After the unexpected collapse of the Berlin Wall and the disintegration of the Soviet 'block', Europe seemed once again to have assumed a central role on the world stage. Yet the euphoria of 1990, which looked forward to a United Europe and the rapid transformation and integration of post-communist societies, has been followed by a considerable hangover. The events of the last years and their implications will be discussed, and the problems and prospects confronting the New Europe in relation to its past, present and future.

Note: EURO1000/1001: Two session-length courses, which together form the first year of the European Studies major, but are also available separately. May also be counted towards a major in HIST.