Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
The Theories of International Relations II ULUS204 Turkish Compulsory 4. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face-to-face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Serkan KEKEVİ
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Serkan KEKEVİ (Bahar)
Goals The aim of this course is to introduce students to the detailed theories of international discipline and to introduce students to the different narrative, analytical and critical approaches of the discipline. Through class discussions and assignments, students are guided to produce their own approaches as well as to learn about existing theories.
Course Content This course includes a detailed examination of the theories of International Relations. The recent challenges and challenges in this area will focus mainly on the post-modern and post-structural epistemological alternatives to positivism and structuralism, with fundamental changes taking place from the middle of the 20th century.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Will be able to understand how the discipline of international relations evolved
2 Understand the theoretical background of the philosophical background of discipline
3 Discuss the main arguments, debates and scope of the theories of international relations.
4 Will be able to have a closer understanding of the definitive, structural and critical approaches of the discipline
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week History of International Policy
2. Week Simple Fundamentals of International Policy
3. Week International Politics after the Cold War
4. Week Tools of International Politics
5. Week Power Policy and Realism
6. Week Liberalism
7. Week Marxist Approaches
8. Week Constructivist and Feminist Approaches
9. Week International System
10. Week Evolution of International System
11. Week Foreign policy
12. Week Foreign Policy Strategies of the State
13. Week Foreign Policy Tools of the State
14. Week International Security Issues
*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 DK3 DK4
PY1 5 5 5 5
PY2 3 3 3 3
PY3 4 4 4 4
PY4 2 2 2 2
PY5 2 2 2 2
PY6 2 2 2 2
PY7 2 2 2 2
PY8 0 0 0 0
PY9 2 2 2 2
PY10 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Ramazan Gözen, Uluslararası İlişkiler Teorileri, İletişim Yayınları, İstanbul, 2017.
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