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Course Description Course Name : International Politics Course Code : IR 207 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 2 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. FULYA MEMİŞOĞLU Learning Outcomes of the Course : Understands the key transformations in international politics since the early twentieth century. The ability to critically evaluate the role of international and regional organisations Demonstrates and applies theoretical knowledge in discussions of historical and contemporary cases of international politics. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : This course aims to provide a general framework to understand and explain how the modern world politics work to students. Course Contents : In an attempt to introduce major events and actors shaping the contemporary world politics, this course offers a combination of history and theory. Within the framework of main international developments and theoretical debates during the Cold War and its aftermath, the course focuses on general features of globalism, the concept of security, international organisations, human rights, diplomacy and conflict resolution, international terrorism and international migration. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Introduction to international politics None Lecture 2 Main concepts and theories in international politics Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 3 International History III (1945-1990), The end of cold war Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 4 International security in the post-cold war era Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 5 Globalisation and the Post-Cold War Order Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 6 Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 7 International Organisations: the United Nations and NATO Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 8 Mid-term exam Studying for exam Writing an essay 9 Regionalism: the case of Europe Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 10 Current issues in world politics I: international terrorism Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 11 Current issues in world politics II: human rights and humanitarian intervention Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 12 International migration Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 13 Politics in developing countries Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 14 Student presentations Reading assignment, homework Presentations, discussion 15 Course revision and discussion Reading assignment, homework Lecture, debate 16/17 Final exam Studying for exam Writing an essay   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Baylis, John and Smith, Steve (eds.) (2007) The Globalisation of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations 4th edition, Oxford: Oxford University Press Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60     Homeworks/Projects/Others 13 40 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Develops skills of defining and analyzing the international, regional and national oriented issues, producing appropriate conflict-resolution techniques and negotiation skills. 4 2 Becomes skilful at following and interpreting different social areas in international and national levels and also applies the problem-solving oriented practices. 4 3 Uses Turkish, and at least one more foreign language, in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. 5 4 Understands and interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviors of related persons correctly; and expresses himself/herself in written and oral forms accurately. 5 5 Questions traditional approaches, practices and methods; and develops and applies new study methods if necessary. 1 6 Recognizes and implements social, scientific and professional ethical values. 3 7 Has the conceptual and theoretical competence to explain the phenomena in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations. 4 8 Collects, reviews and analyzes the data obtained which necessary for modelling applications in the Social Science. 4 9 Improves his/herself constantly by defining educational requirements considering interests and talents in scientific, cultural, art and social fields besides career development. 3 10 Develops critical thinking skills. 3 11 In recognition of the need for lifelong learning, follows the latest developments in the field and improves himself/herself. 4 12 Individually and/or in a team, takes responsibility, leadership, and works effectively. 4 13 Identifies the international and national issues by methodologies used in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations; chooses the appropriate analysis techniques across the issues and applies the appropriate empirical studies. 4 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 13 4 52     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 1 1     Final Exam 1 1 1 Total Workload: 138 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.52 ECTS Credit: 6