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Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ALD5006 Family and Child Law Spring 3 0 3 8
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ARZU BUYRUK GENÇ
Recommended Optional Program Components: Law, Pschology, Psychological Counseling
Course Objectives: This course aims to examine the fundamental principles of family and child law, national and international legislation, child rights conventions, and protective and preventive legal mechanisms. It will also address the legal and social implications of issues such as divorce, custody, alimony, and adoption.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Explain the fundamental concepts of family and child law.

Analyze family relationships within the framework of Turkish Civil Law.

Interpret international child rights conventions (UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, Lanzarote Convention, Istanbul Convention).

Describe the child protection system and inter-institutional functioning.

Evaluate legal processes related to divorce, custody, alimony, and adoption.

Identify legal obligations in cases of child abuse and neglect.

Analyze practices related to the protection and rights of children within the child justice system.

Course Content

This course provides comprehensive knowledge on family and child law, and covers topics such as custody and divorce.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction None
2) Introduction to family and child law: Conceptual and historical framework None
3) Family structure, marriage, divorce, and property regimes in Turkish Civil Law None
4) Custody, guardianship, alimony: Legal regulations None
5) Adoption and foster care practices None
6) International conventions: UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, Lanzarote Convention None
7) Child Protection Law (Law No. 5395) and protective/preventive measures None
8) Structure of family courts and juvenile courts None
9) Mid Term Exam None
10) Child abuse and neglect: Legal definition and reporting obligation None
11) Children's right to be heard and freedom of expression None
12) Legal status of refugee and migrant children None
13) Children’s rights in the digital environment: Cyberbullying and digital privacy None
14) General overview of the course None

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Türk Medeni Kanunu

5395 Sayılı Çocuk Koruma Kanunu

BM Çocuk Haklarına Dair Sözleşme

N. Akyüz (2019). Çocuk Hakları ve Hukuku

G. Başcı, F. Doğan (2022). Aile Hukuku ve Uygulama

Güncel Yargıtay kararları ve içtihatlar
References: Türk Medeni Kanunu

5395 Sayılı Çocuk Koruma Kanunu

BM Çocuk Haklarına Dair Sözleşme

N. Akyüz (2019). Çocuk Hakları ve Hukuku

G. Başcı, F. Doğan (2022). Aile Hukuku ve Uygulama

Güncel Yargıtay kararları ve içtihatlar

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 42 588
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 594

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
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8) To analyze and develop solutions to problems encountered in the practical field of advertising