Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Research Methods ULUS108 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face-to-face
Course Coordinator Arş. Gör. HASAN UMUTLU
Instructor(s) Arş. Gör. HASAN UMUTLU (Bahar)
Goals The aim of this course is to enable students to perform international studies by using scientific literature research and research methods.
Course Content What to do during the research process, sampling and method determination, data acquisition
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Learning the scientific research and research methods, especially in the international relations literature
2 To be able to do research in any event related to international relations by using scientific methods;
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction: Philosophy of Science, Knowledge and Scientific Knowledge
2. Week Determination of Research Problems
3. Week Critical Review
4. Week Establishing Research Questions and Hypotheses
5. Week Determination of Research Strategy
6. Week Research Universe and Sampling
7. Week Compiling Secondary Data for Research
8. Week Compiling Secondary Data for Research
9. Week Compiling Primary Data for Research: Surveys
10. Week Compilation of Primary Data for Research: Observation and Interview
11. Week Measurement and Scales in Research
12. Week Basic Data Analysis Methods
13. Week Reporting: Content of the Research Report
14. Week Reporting: Conditions of the Shape of the Research Report
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Being able to comprehend the basic concepts and theoretical knowledge in the field of international relations and grasp their details.
2 Having the knowledge of international relations, diplomatic history, law, international law, economics, public administration, management and accounting required in a qualified employee who is demanded by the public and private sectors and being able to utilize this knowledge.
3 Analyzing and evaluating hypothetical knowledge as well as offering solutions in the field of international relations
4 Taking responsibility in studies related to the field of international relations and being able to arrange and independently conduct such studies.
5 Being able to offer and share alternative solutions in the field of international relations with awareness for lifelong learning and critical thinking.
6 Being able to evaluate the knowledge that is acquired during the education period through building cause-effect relations; being able to foresee what kind of knowledge is required in which situation (where and when) and why
7 Being able to share theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of international relations and translate them into teamwork activities.
8 Having competence of written and verbal communication in Turkish; being able to speak a foreign language at a level to exchange ideas on the field of international relations.
9 Being conscious about the social, scientific and professional ethics; being open to change and new ideas.
10 Being able to present opinions as to current issues in international relations, to enhance them as well as to use them in interpreting events.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2
PY1 5 5
PY2 4 4
PY3 4 4
PY4 4 4
PY5 1 1
PY6 5 5
PY7 5 5
PY8 1 1
PY9 5 5
PY10 2 2
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • SEYİDOĞLU Halil : Bilimsel Araştırma ve Yazma El Kitabı 8. Baskı Güzem Yayınları İstanbul 2000
Evaluation Method
Bahar Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Arş. Gör. HASAN UMUTLU 1.Grup Vize 40.00
Arş. Gör. HASAN UMUTLU 1.Grup Final 60.00
Toplam 100.00
Arş. Gör. HASAN UMUTLU 2.Grup Vize 40.00
Arş. Gör. HASAN UMUTLU 2.Grup Final 60.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 30 30
Quiz 1 15.5 15.5
Final 1 40 40
Classroom Activities 14 3 42
Total Workload 127.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 5.0