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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
LAW2665 International Jurisprudence Fall
Spring
0 2 1 4
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Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Instructor MEHMET CENGİZ UZUN
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The course will analyze the philosophical and practical aspects underpinning the modern international law system through an analysis of international courts and tribunals. The Course will evaluate the institutional framework of international courts in conjunction with the major cases dealt by such institutions.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Recognize basic philosophical theories on global justice
II. Recognize the role international jurisprudence plays in conflicts between States
III. Name the major international jurisdictions
IV. Recognize the scope and limitations of international jurisdictions
V. Recognize the relationship between international justice and power
VI. Analyze the relationship between international courts and domestic law
VII. Recognize major international cases
VIII. Analyze the fundamental principles governing international law
IX. Analyze the fundamental principles governing international courts
X. Evaluate international jurisprudence

Course Content

1. Week: Introduction: The Concept of International Jurisdiction and Settlement of International Disputes
2.Week: Major International Courts
3.Week : International Arbitration
4.Week : International Criminal Courts
5.Week : Hybrid and Mixed Courts
6.Week : Governing Principles of International Courts: Jurisdiction
7.Week : Governing Principles of International Courts: Admissibility
8.Week : Applicable Laws
9.Week : Provisional Measures
10.Week : Remedies
11.Week : Student Presentations of International Cases
12.Week : Student Presentations of International Cases
13.Week : Final Remarks: Relations between International Courts and Tribunals
14. Week :Review For The Final Exam

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction: The Concept of International Jurisdiction and Settlement of International Disputes
2) Major International Courts
3) International Arbitration
4) International Criminal Courts
5) Hybrid and Mixed Courts
6) Governing Principles of International Courts: Jurisdiction
7) Governing Principles of International Courts: Admissibility
8) Applicable Laws
9) Provisional Measures
10) Remedies
11) Student Presentations of International Cases
12) Student Presentations of International Cases
13) Final Remarks: Relations between International Courts and Tribunals
14) Review For The Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders notları her hafta dağıtılacaktır/ Material will be provided on a weekly basis
References: Ders notları her hafta dağıtılacaktır/ Material will be provided on a weekly basis

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Presentation 1 % 40
Final 1 % 50
Total % 90
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 90

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 2 28
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Presentations / Seminar 2 2 4
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 90

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) List the relations between concepts and institutions related to various legal disciplines and this concepts and institutions. 5
2) Have the knowledge of legal methodology and methods of comment. 4
3) Comment the modern legal gains with the historical knowledge. 4
4) Have the knowledge of philosophical currents of thought which are the bases of legal rules. 4
5) Have the knowledge of legal regulations, judicial decisions and the scientific evaluations related to them. 4
6) Resolve the juridical disagreements in light of legal acts, juridical decisions and doctrine. 4
7) Use at least one foreign language as scientific language. 5
8) Have the knowledge of the political and juridical foundation of the state. 2
9) Have the knowledge of the historical development of the rights of individuals and societies and of the basic documents which are accepted throughout this development. 2
10) Have the ability to resolve the disagreements which can violate the social order in national or international level. 5
11) Have the ability to prevent the juridical disagreements between individuals. 2
12) Have the knowledge of international and comparative law systems. 5
13) Have the knowledge of the construction and the conduct of the national and international commercial relations. 1
14) Use Turkish in an efficient way both verbal and written. 4
15) Have the professional and ethical responsibility. 2
16) Have the knowledge on the European Union’s legislation and institutions. 2
17) Have the knowledge on juridical regulations and applications related to economical and financial mechanisms.
18) Have the knowledge of the operation of the national and the international judicial bodies. 5