| EUROPEAN UNION RELATIONS | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| LAW4073 | Current Issues in International Law | Fall | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 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 : | Instructor MEHMET CENGİZ UZUN |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Instructor MEHMET CENGİZ UZUN |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | The main aim of the Course is to provide in depth knowledge on specific legal issues which arise from international relations in today’s contemporary world. The Course aims not only to introduce but also to delve in to the major problems that arise from such issues in order to provide the students with the necessary legal tools for a better comprehension of the stakes and the possibility to foresee future legal problems. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; I. Distinguishes the Major Sources of International Law and Determine the Institutional Framework of International Relations II. Recognizes the Major Instruments of International Law regulating inter-State relations III. Names the Contemporary issues and challenges dealt in the international sphere IV. Recognizes the legal framework applicable to the specific international problems V. Recognizes international mechanisms which implement international law VI. Recognizes regional mechanisms which implement international law VII. Differentiates international issues from domestic law issues VIII. Analyzes State practice with regards contemporary global challenges and determine emerging custom IX. Evaluates the points of friction between international law, human rights law and humanitarian law in order to distinguish possible solutions X. Determines developments in international law and possible future issues |
| 1. Week: International Law and Terrorism: The Definition Issue 2.Week: Main elements of Terrorism in International Law 3.Week : Terrorism and Humanitarian Law: Cross lines 4.Week : International Armed Conflicts and Terrorism 5.Week : Non-International Armed Conflicts and Terrorism 6.Week : Wars of National Liberation and Terrorism 7.Week : Self-Determination and Terrorism 8.Week : Paper Presentations 9.Week : Human Rights Law and Terrorism, State terrorism? 10.Week : Terrorism and Human Rights issues 11.Week : The Derogations from Rights Regime 12.Week : Fight against Terrorism under IHL 13.Week : Fight against Terrorism under IHRL 14. Week : Final Review 15. Week: Final Exam |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | 1. Week: International Law and Terrorism: The Definition Issue | |
| 2) | 2.Week: Main elements of Terrorism in International Law | |
| 3) | 3.Week : Terrorism and Humanitarian Law: Cross lines | |
| 4) | 4.Week : International Armed Conflicts and Terrorism | |
| 5) | 5.Week : Non-International Armed Conflicts and Terrorism | |
| 6) | 6.Week : Wars of National Liberation and Terrorism | |
| 7) | 7.Week : Self-Determination and Terrorism | |
| 8) | 8.Week : Paper Presentations | |
| 9) | 9.Week : Human Rights Law and Terrorism, State terrorism? | |
| 10) | 10.Week : Terrorism and Human Rights issues | |
| 11) | 11.Week : The Derogations from Rights Regime | |
| 12) | 12.Week : Fight against Terrorism under IHL | |
| 13) | 13.Week : Fight against Terrorism under IHRL | |
| 14) | 14. Week : Final Review |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | İşlenen konu doğrultusunda her hafta materyal sağlanacaktır/ Material will be provided on a weekly basis according to the subject dealt with. |
| References: | None |
| 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 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 88 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | To be able to examine, interpret data and assess ideas with the scientific methods in the area of EU studies. | 2 |
| 2) | To be able to inform authorities and institutions in the area of EU studies, to be able to transfer ideas and proposals supported by quantitative and qualitative data about the problems. | 2 |
| 3) | To be introduced to and to get involved in other disciplines that EU studies are strongly related with (political science, international relations, law, economics, sociology, etc.) and to be able to conduct multi-disciplinary research and analysis on European politics. | 3 |
| 4) | To be able to evaluate current news on European Union and Turkey-EU relations and identify, analyze current issues relating to the EU’s politics and policies. | 2 |
| 5) | To be able to use English in written and oral communication in general and in the field of EU studies in particular. | 1 |
| 6) | To have ethical, social and scientific values throughout the processes of collecting, interpreting, disseminating and implementing data related to EU studies. | 1 |
| 7) | To be able to assess the historical development, functioning of the institutions and decision-making system and common policies of the European Union throughout its economic and political integration in a supranational framework. | 2 |
| 8) | To be able to evaluate the current legal, financial and institutional changes that the EU is going through. | 2 |
| 9) | To explain the dynamics of enlargement processes of the EU by identifying the main actors and institutions involved and compare previous enlargement processes and accession process of Turkey. | 2 |
| 10) | To be able to analyze the influence of the EU on political, social and economic system of Turkey. | 2 |
| 11) | To acquire insight in EU project culture and to build up project preparation skills in line with EU format and develop the ability to work in groups and cooperate with peers. | 2 |
| 12) | To be able to recognize theories and concepts used by the discipline of international relations and relate them to the historical development of the EU as a unique post-War political project. | 3 |