GASTRONOMY AND CULINARY ARTS | |||||
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 | Spring Fall |
0 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
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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. |
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) | - Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources. | 2 |
2) | Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field. -Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field. | 4 |
3) | Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field. - Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data. -Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility. -Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level. -Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge. | 5 |
4) | Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach. -Determine learning needs and direct the learning. -Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning. | 3 |
5) | Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field. - Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security. | 3 |
6) | Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently. - Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field. - Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project | 3 |