LAW
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
LAW2062 International Public Law II Spring 1 2 2 3

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Instructor MEHMET CENGİZ UZUN
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. CEREN ZEYNEP PİRİM
Instructor MEHMET CENGİZ UZUN
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The Course aims to provide in depth knowledge on the principles governing contemporary international relations. Within this framework, the course will establish the rules on fundamental principles of international law including the prohibition on the use of force, the obligation to resolve international disputes peacefully, diplomatic and sovereign immunity and international responsibility.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Define The Concept of Recognition in International Law
II. Recognize different types of Recognition
III. Recognize the Customary Rules on State Succession
IV. Recognize the various instruments of peaceful dispute resolution in international law
V. Determine the rules on the use of force in International Law
VI. Recognize the immunity of States and State functions
VII. Analyze situations engendering the Responsibility of the State
VIII. Analyze applicable situations of International Humanitarian Law
IX. Determine the main concepts of the Law of the Sea
X. Evaluate the legal framework of contemporary international relations

Course Content

1. Week: Recognition in International Law
2.Week : State Succession
3.Week : Peaceful Resolution of International Disputes
4.Week : Prohibition on the Use of Force in International Law
5.Week : International Responsibility
6.Week : Diplomatic Protection
7.Week : Clinical study
8.Week : Midterm
9.Week : Diplomatic and Consular Relations
10.Week : International Humanitarian Law
11.Week : The International Protection of the Environment
12.Week : Law of the Sea
13.Week : Clinical study
14. Week :Review For The Final Exam

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Recognition in International Law
2) State Succession
3) Peaceful Resolution of International Disputes
4) Prohibition on the Use of Force in International Law
5) International Responsibility
6) Diplomatic Protection
7) Clinical Study
8) Clinical study
9) Diplomatic and Consular Relations
10) International Humanitarian Law
11) The International Protection of the Environment
12) Law of the Sea
13) Clinicak Study
14) General Review of the Course

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Hüseyin Pazarcı, Uluslararası Hukuk, 2011; Antonio Cassesse, International Law, 2003; M. Shaw, International Law, 2003, Pellet – Dallier, Droit international public, 2009; Combacau – Sur, Droit international public, 2004
References: Diğer kaynaklar ders sırasında dağıtılacaktır.
Other references shall be provided during the course.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 35
Final 1 % 65
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 35
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 65
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 16 3 48
Study Hours Out of Class 15 2 30
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 84

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) List the relations between concepts and institutions related to various legal disciplines and this concepts and institutions. 4
2) Have the knowledge of legal methodology and methods of comment. 3
3) Comment the modern legal gains with the historical knowledge. 3
4) Have the knowledge of philosophical currents of thought which are the bases of legal rules. 1
5) Have the knowledge of legal regulations, judicial decisions and the scientific evaluations related to them. 4
6) Resolve the juridical disagreements in light of legal acts, juridical decisions and doctrine. 4
7) Use at least one foreign language as scientific language. 5
8) Have the knowledge of the political and juridical foundation of the state. 4
9) Have the knowledge of the historical development of the rights of individuals and societies and of the basic documents which are accepted throughout this development. 4
10) Have the ability to resolve the disagreements which can violate the social order in national or international level. 5
11) Have the ability to prevent the juridical disagreements between individuals. 2
12) Have the knowledge of international and comparative law systems. 3
13) Have the knowledge of the construction and the conduct of the national and international commercial relations. 2
14) Use Turkish in an efficient way both verbal and written. 4
15) Have the professional and ethical responsibility. 1
16) Have the knowledge on the European Union’s legislation and institutions.
17) Have the knowledge on juridical regulations and applications related to economical and financial mechanisms.
18) Have the knowledge of the operation of the national and the international judicial bodies. 5