Each of the micro nations of Europe has a unique and intriguing history. San Marino was not part of the 1871 unification of Italy. The Vatican is a sovereign state entirely within the city of Rome. Without a male heir Monaco will revert to the republic of France. Malta became a republic in 1974 but what is its relationship with Britain, NATO and Europe today? Liechtenstein and Luxembourg are constitutional monarchies with a Prince and a Grand Duke as heads of state. Along with the Vatican and Monaco they are 4 of the wealthiest nations in the world.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face

SUGGESTED READING

• One World Family Travel
• Visit Malta
• The Culture Trip

COURSE OUTLINE

• Essential features of the political, social and economic organisation of the micro nations of Europe
• Aspects of their mediaeval and modern history which are still in evidence today

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Gain an understanding of the similarities and differences in the micro states of Europe
2. Appreciate the historical forces and events which have resulted in the current status of the micro states