LAW4073 Current Issues in International LawBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs INTERNATIONAL FINANCEGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
INTERNATIONAL FINANCE
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
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.

Basic information

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.

Learning Outcomes

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

Course Content

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

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

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

Sources

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

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 14 2 28
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 88

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) To correctly identify the problems and to be able to ask the correct questions 2
2) To have the ability for problem solving and to utilize analytical approach in dealing with the problems of finance 1
3) To understand and grasp the full details of theoretical arguments and counter arguments 2
4) To be fully prepared for a graduate study in finance and to have lifelong learning awareness 2
5) To be able to apply theoretical principles of finance to the realities of practical business life 1
6) To develop solutions for managerial problems by understanding the requirements of international financial markets 2
7) To think innovatively and creatively in complex situations 3
8) To be able to make decisions both locally and internationally by knowing the effects of globalization on business and social life 2
9) To have the competencies of the digital age and to use the necessary financial applications 2
10) To be able to use at least one foreign language both for communication and academic purposes 1
11) To understand the importance of business ethics and to take decisions by knowing the legal and ethical consequences of their activities in the academic world and business life 2
12) To develop an objective criticism in business and academic life and having a perspective to self-criticize 2