MANAGEMENT OF HEALTH (TURKISH) | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
POL6016 | Theories of International Relations | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 12 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Assoc. Prof. İSMAİL BURAK KÜNTAY |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | none |
Course Objectives: | The main aim, is not to memorize dates but to gain an insight into the complex web of current theoretical trends in IR. Students will be required to adopt a particular theoretical position which (s)he will consequently defend both theoretically and in application. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; will be able to distinguish between the basic theoretical approaches and apply this knowledge to current issues of international politics. They will manage to describe the fundamental social scientific debates in international relations and interpret their relevance for international relations research. |
The course deals with key theoretical perspectives on international relations and it makes students familiar with the seminal theoretical works in the discipline. Having passed the course, students will be able to analyse international relations from many different theoretical angles and will also be aware of these theories’ differences and common traits. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction | |
2) | Overview | |
3) | Realism Vs. Idealism (Liberalism) | |
4) | On the Role and Nature of Power in Social Life –What is power? | |
5) | Human Nature | |
6) | Human Nature - continued | |
7) | Power and Human Nature | |
8) | Review of the Course | |
9) | Two Models of Social Science | |
10) | Two Models of International Theory | |
11) | Waltzian Neo-realism | |
12) | Neo-liberal Challenge | |
13) | The Third Great Debate: Rationalism vs. Constructivism | |
14) | The Rise of Constructivist Theory of International Relations |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | BURCHILL, S. (ed.). Theories of international relations. Houndmills: Palgrave Macmillan, 2005. 1-4039-4866-6 WEBER, C. International relations theory : a critical introduction. London: Routledge, 2005. 0-415-34208-2 DOUGHERTY, J. E. -- PFALTZGRAFF, R. L. Contending theories of international relations : a comprehensive survey. New York: Longman, 2001. 0-321-04831-8 WALTZ, K. Theory of International Politics. Random House, 1979. 0394349423 JACKSON, R. H. -- SRENSEN, G. Introduction to international relations : theories and approaches. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2007. 978-0-19-928543-3 |
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Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 10 | % 10 |
Presentation | 1 | % 10 |
Project | 1 | % 20 |
Final | 1 | % 60 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 20 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 80 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 42 |
Application | 14 | 56 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 77 |
Total Workload | 175 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | To have theoretical and practical knowledge required to fulfill professional roles and functions of Management of Health Scşences field. | 3 |
2) | To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in management, to learn and implement related regulations and guides. | 3 |
3) | To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. | 3 |
4) | To identify the process of management functions (management and organization, public relations, human resources, cost accounting, marketing) in the Management of Health Sciences field. | 2 |
5) | To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. | 2 |
6) | To have skills for planning training programs and projects according to health education needs of individual, family and the community. | 2 |
7) | To be sensitive to health problems of the community and to be able to offer solutions. | 2 |
8) | To be able to use effective communication skills; to take responsibility as a team member in collaboration with other professions. | 2 |
9) | To have skills for research, planning and practice about health systems and health information systems field within national and international level. | 2 |
10) | To be able to search for literature in health sciences and management and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. | 2 |
11) | To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. | 2 |
12) | To be a role model with contemporary and professional identity. | 2 |