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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 | Spring | 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) | They acquire theoretical, historical and aesthetic knowledge specific to their field by using methods and techniques related to performing arts (acting, dance, music, etc.). | 2 |
2) | They have knowledge about art culture and aesthetics and they provide the unity of theory and practice in their field. | 2 |
3) | They are aware of national and international values in performing arts. | 2 |
4) | Abstract and concrete concepts of performing arts; can transform it into creative thinking, innovative and original works. | 1 |
5) | They have the sensitivity to run a business successfully in their field. | 3 |
6) | Develops the ability to perceive, think, design and implement multidimensional from local to universal. | 3 |
7) | They have knowledge about the disciplines that the performing arts field is related to and can evaluate the interaction of the sub-disciplines within their field. | 2 |
8) | They develop the ability to perceive, design, and apply multidimensionality by having knowledge about artistic criticism methods. | 3 |
9) | They can share original works related to their field with the society and evaluate their results and question their own work by using critical methods. | 1 |
10) | They follow English language resources related to their field and can communicate with foreign colleagues in their field. | 1 |
11) | By becoming aware of national and international values in the field of performing arts, they can transform abstract and concrete concepts into creative thinking, innovative and original works. | 3 |
12) | They can produce original works within the framework of an interdisciplinary understanding of art. | 2 |
13) | Within the framework of the Performing Arts Program and the units within it, they become individuals who are equipped to take part in the universal platform in their field. | 3 |
14) | Within the Performing Arts Program, according to the field of study; have competent technical knowledge in the field of acting and musical theater. | 2 |
15) | They use information and communication technologies together with computer software that is at least at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Use License as required by the field. | 3 |