The Directions series has been written with students in mind. The ideal guide as they approach the subject for the first time, this book will help them:* Gain a complete understanding of the topic: just the right amount of detail conveyed clearly* Understand the law in context: with scene-setting introductions and highlighted case extracts, the practical importance of the law becomes clear * Identify when and how to critically evaluate the law: they'll be introduced to the key areas of debate and given the confidence to question the law* Deepen and test knowledge: visually engaging learning and self-testing features aid understanding and help students tackle assessments with confidence* Elevate their learning: with the ground-work in place your students can aspire to take their learning to the next level, with direction provided on how to go further Online resourcesThis text is also accompanied by free online resources which includes the following features: - Regular updates on the progression of Brexit in terms of EU law- Self-test questions with instant feedback - Video clips from the European Commission - Suggested approaches to end of chapter questions - Study and exam tips - Useful weblinks- An interactive timeline showing the key moments in EU legal history - An interactive map illustrating the development of the EU and providing essential background knowledge

Author Biography

Nigel Foster, FRSA, is the LLM Degree Academic Director at Robert Kennedy College, Zurich and Visiting Professor of European Law at the Europa-Institut, Universitat des Saarlandes, Saarland. He has extensive experience teaching and examining EU law. His other OUP publications include Blackstone's EU Treaties & Legislation , Foster on EU Law, Concentrate Q&A on EU Law, and German Legal System and Laws.