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Course Description Course Name : Turkey- Eu Relations Course Code : IR 326 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 3 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. HARUN ARIKAN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Analyses the dynamic structure of Turkey-EU relations. Provides students with the ability to critically analyse Turkey-EU relations. Provides students with the ability to analyse member states´ approaches and the policy-making process with regard to Turkey-EU relations. Provides students with the ability to examine developments in Turkey-EU relations within the theoretical and conceptual framework. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The main objective of the course is to explore developments in EU-Turkey relations and Turkish membership process. In this context, it analyses the major policy issues and examines the ways in the parties have approached to these issues. Course Contents : This course introduces students to conceptual and theoretical explanation of EU-Turkey relations. In addition, it provides knowledges about the future directions of the EU-Turkey relations. This course will deal with EU-Turkey relations since 1963 of Association Agreement between the parties. It will explore main political and economic issues between Turkey and the EU on the way of Turkish accession to the EU. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : F.E.A.S. CLASSROOMS   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 EU- Turkey Relations within A Historical Perspective None Lecture and discussion 2 A Legal Framework for EU- Turkey Relations Reading assignment, homework Lecture and discussion 3 Economic Aspects of the EU- Turkey Relations Reading assignment Lecture and discussion 4 The Political Aspects of EU- Turkey Relations Reading assignment Lecture and discussion 5 Security Aspects of EU- Turkey Relations Reading assignment, homework Lecture and discussion 6 Identity Issue in EU- Turkey Relations Reading assignment, homework Lecture and discussion 7 Cyprus Issue in EU- Turkey Relations Reading assignment Lecture and discussion 8 Mid Term Exam Studying for exam - 9 German Position on Turkey Membership Reading assignment, preparing presentation Lecture, discussion and presentation 10 French Position on Turkey Membership Reading assignment, preparing presentation Lecture, discussion and presentation 11 British Position on Turkey Membership Reading assignment, preparing presentation Lecture, discussion and presentation 12 European Parliament´s Position on Turkey Membership Reading assignment, preparing presentation Lecture, discussion and presentation 13 European Commission´s Position on Turkey´s Membership Reading assignment, preparing presentation Lecture, discussion and presentation 14 Accession Negotiations Reading assignment, preparing presentation Lecture, discussion and presentation 15 General Evaluation Reading assignment Lecture and discussion 16/17 Final Exam Studying for exam -   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Birol Yeşilada, EU-Turkey Relations in the 21st Century, Routledge, 2012.  Arıkan Harun, Turkey and the EU (Second Edition), Ashgate Publication, 2006.   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 5 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. 5 2 Becomes skilful at following and interpreting different social areas in international and national levels and also applies the problem-solving oriented practices. 2 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. 3 6 Recognizes and implements social, scientific and professional ethical values. 5 7 Has the conceptual and theoretical competence to explain the phenomena in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations. 1 8 Collects, reviews and analyzes the data obtained which necessary for modelling applications in the Social Science. 0 9 Improves his/herself constantly by defining educational requirements considering interests and talents in scientific, cultural, art and social fields besides career development. 0 10 Develops critical thinking skills. 5 11 In recognition of the need for lifelong learning, follows the latest developments in the field and improves himself/herself. 1 12 Individually and/or in a team, takes responsibility, leadership, and works effectively. 2 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. 2 * 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 4 56 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 5 10 50     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2     Final Exam 1 2 2 Total Workload: 152 Total Workload / 25 (h): 6.08 ECTS Credit: 6