Negotiation Skills: EuroSim and Model UN

I found the module to be a dynamic and engaging experience that bridges theory with practice. EuroSim has sharpened my negotiation skills and highlighted the importance of active listening, further enhancing my communication abilities. The ever-shifting strategies of the debate challenge you to decide: will you checkmate or be outmanoeuvred? This module pushes you to grow and reveals the best in everyone—unlocking a side of yourself you rarely see."

EuroSim challenges you every day. It is an opportunity to enhance your communication skills and improve your research abilities oriented to real-life situations. It is a challenge worth pursuing."

Eurosim has been one of my favourite modules during my time at Aston, as it provided a safe environment to develop lifelong skills such as public speaking. This has not only boosted my confidence in academic settings but also in day-to-day scenarios. Additionally, Eurosim has helped me better understand the fundamentals of participating in successful discussions and negotiations.'

Taking part in the EuroSim module has been one of the highlights of my final year. I've developed my confidence and public speaking skills dramatically and have also widened my knowledge on the European Union’s process of negotiation. I would recommend this module for anybody who is up for a challenge but also lots of fun!

Eurosim teaches real life, applicable skills, without side-lining the academic aspect. It is the only module I know of to do this, and the foresight and training its given me in regards to practical skills, is invaluable when preparing for the real world."

The Eurosim module is the most unique modules I have ever taken. Being able to participate in debates have been crucial in developing communication and other various skills. The equal division between the theory and the practical assignments is also advantageous as you are able to use your strongest skills to develop the weaker ones. Furthermore, the module requires and develops a diverse range of skills from written to spoken. The module was an enjoyable experience and there is something for all types of students. The module is also fun as the debates can be competitive and forming coalitions is an enjoyable experience where planning is crucial in order to get the most desirable outcome. In addition, being able to simulate organisations such as the United Nations and the European Union Security Council were great for immersion and setting the stage for the debates especially on key issues the organisations themselves have debated on."

Eurosim was an amazing experience that merged the practical and theoretical research expertise needed in political science. I enjoyed learning about the negotiation process and the simulation stimuli we were given. Researching these stimuli not only helped widen my own global perspective but encouraged me to engage in the role of I was given for each debate. Being able to interact with different people throughout these session made it rewarding, I ended becoming friends with some of those I worked with. I would recommend this course to anyone who struggles with public speaking and balancing their degree as the revision and exam period teaches you to critically divide your time accordingly.
Eurosim has been an eye-opening course in exploring diplomatic negotiations. Whether the stimulus was war and peace, climate change or poverty; the knowledge of standing affirmative in our research and decision-making was challenging. Every conclusion reached impacted the populations we represented for better or worse. I’ve really enjoyed how it has helped shaped my understanding of European and global politics and I look forward to participating in New York!"

The EuroSim module has been one of the most interactive modules I have taken during my time at Aston University. It has not only made me more confident with public speaking but has also provided insight as to how decisions are made in various international organisations. The module has also allowed me to develop countless interpersonal skills that I may call upon during my time in future graduate employment."

EuroSim was a unique and engaging module that really helped me to build on my confidence and public speaking abilities. It presented challenges that were entirely new to me, leading to personal and academic growth beyond my prior experiences."

Taking this module was one of the best decisions I have made in my time at Aston University. The skills you develop and the content you learn are not found in other, more traditional, modules and I have found them a valuable asset for the future. My public speaking, research and writing abilities have all improved greatly. The unique assessments that you undertake in this module are engaging and enjoyable to do with a UNSC simulation and an EU one giving you a breadth of areas to investigate and learn about. The ability to go to an international simulation is also a great opportunity, both personally and professionally, that I am looking forward to undertaking."

I’m a part-time masters student, so I had to wait for a year before I could start EuroSim and I’m so glad I did - I had high expectations, but I was not prepared for just how impressive a module it is. It’s a lot of work and often delves deeply into UN and EU Issues, but I’m so glad I did it - it uses a non-standard assessment format that is unique and innovative, giving you skills and experiences that are impossible to get through almost any other module, and I would recommend it to anyone who is thinking about a career in politics, diplomacy or policy."

The feeling of playing real life roles in a simulated environment puts you in a position to appreciate the kind of future you look forward to having."

The Eurosim module, although academically challenging and quite demanding, has been an insightful experience and has brought a friendly-competitive side out of me. I chose this module to boost my public speaking and negotiating skills and that is exactly what it has helped me with, building relationships with other representatives and preparing for a simulation negotiation has been fun."

I think EuroSim is one of those modules that instantly helps you develop new skills. It puts you in the spotlight, which may be extremely uncomfortable but I think it gives you a great opportunity to learn how to deal with pressure. Even though there is a lot of work and preparation to do during this module, I would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking forward to gaining useful employability skills."

The Eurosim module was quite unlike any I have taken while at Aston University. It set us the unique and exciting challenge of negotiating with fellow classmates in order to find common ground during real-time debates. As well as being thoroughly enjoyable, the module provides students with highly valuable skills that can be applied in the world of work - no matter the profession."

Eurosim is a unique module and a challenging one. It's great for developing practical skills you can use in your career and you will not only learn the course content but also learn some things about yourself."

EuroSim helped me to improve my confidence and public speaking skills. Definitely a great module for my future self."

EuroSim is the module we all wish we could do throughout our studies. The graded debates are tough but very rewarding. The module utilises many applicable skills, including research, communication and teamwork."

Yes it’s a politics simulation, but at times it can can get intense and almost feel like the real thing! Building skills such as relationship-building, active listening and argumentation in a safe environment has helped me so much."

I think EuroSim is a great module for stepping out of your comfort zone both academically and personally. I’ve enjoyed getting to work with the other students on the module and I think we’ve all discovered skills we never knew we had."

EuroSim provides a unique way of learning that I have found to be fun and engaging. This module has helped me to develop my public speaking skills which is something that will be very useful in when looking for jobs in the future. If you have the possibility to take this module, I highly recommend you do so."

EuroSim is fun, interesting and a great module for building transferable skills."

Eurosim was easily my most enjoyable module during my time at university – I love the interactive element and the fact that it provides you with a real challenge; the module pushes you out of your comfort zone, but it’s a great way to try something different during your degree!"

EuroSim is a fantastic, engaging, and interactive module that helps you develop a whole host of transferable professional and academic competencies to set you up for life."

EuroSim has been a great way to develop my research and communication skills in a fun and engaging way whilst working in a great team!"

EuroSim is the most challenging module I have taken during my university degree, both undergraduate and postgraduate studies combined. As an international student, it helped me improve my confidence debating in English through exercising public speaking aptitudes."

The unique nature of the module and the ability to put learning into practice with other students at an organised event is ground breaking. EuroSim provides students with skills that can't be easily learnt through conventional methods of university lecturing such as active listening, diplomacy and thinking on your feet in pressurised situations."

EuroSim is fantastic. It offers an alternative way to learn, a challenging and interactive module that develops negotiation skills. The module content addresses relevant European Union issues that influence our everyday lives. I have had tremendous support and feedback from the course leaders to continuously better myself and achieve my personal targets."