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Course Description Course Name : Constitutional Law 2 Course Code : HK 102 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 5 Name of Lecturer(s) : Learning Outcomes of the Course : Explains Turkish constitutional developments Enumerates the fundamental features of the State of the Republic of Turkey provided by 1982 Constitution Explains the basic organs of the state and their interrelations Describes the system of fundamental rights and fredooms provided by the 1982 Constitution Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The module introduces students to the major institutions and structures of the Turkish constitutional system. Its aim is to provide knowledge and understanding of the interface between political and legal institutions in our system of law and government. Course Contents : This course focuses on the development of the Turkish Constitutions since the Ottoman Empire, concepts of democracy, secularism, rule of law, welfare state, human rights and the principle of equality, also defined as the principles of the Republic in the Constitution. This course also embraces topics such as, but not limited to, political parties, electoral systems, freedom of expression and association, freedom of religion, constitutional proceedings, independence of the judiciary, right to a fair trial and social rights. 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 Constitutional Developments in Turkey Reading Lecture, discussion 2 Basic Characteristics of Constitution of 1961 Reading Lecture, discussion 3 Making of the 1982 Constitution and Its Main Features Reading Lecture, discussion 4 Main Characteristics of the State according to te h1982 Constitution Reading Lecture, discussion 5 Constructive Power, Separation of Powers Reading Lecture, discussion 6 Composition of TGNA, Election of the Deputies and Their Legal Situation Reading Lecture, discussion 7 Law Making and Checking the Government Reading Lecture, discussion 8 MidTerm Exam 9 Structure of the Executive and President of the Republic Reading Lecture, discussion 10 Prime Minister and Council of Ministers Reading Lecture, discussion 11 The Government System of Turkey Reading Lecture, discussion 12 Procedures of Emergency Rule Reading Lecture, discussion 13 Judicial Function Reading Lecture, discussion 14 Constitutional Judicial Review Reading Lecture, discussion 15 Final Exam 16/17 Final Exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)   Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 100     Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 0 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 Communicates with colleagues in a foreign language and keeps up with international developments in the field of law. 3 2 Conducts scientific studies in the field. 4 3 Has general legal knowledge in the field of information systems and demonstrates the ability to use required soft wares 4 4 Has a basic knowledge of the codification process and how to use newly gained legal knowledge in their work environment. 5 5 Knows the rules regulating the relationship between the state and society,and between the estate and the individual, and can interpret these rules. 5 6 Takes on tasks; the administrative organization of the country´s governor, the governor, the chief of police, inspectors, also in areas such as banking and finance senior positions and so on. 5 7 Has theoretical information of legal systems, rules, and review methods 5 8 Knows the historical and sociological development process of law and legal norms 5 9 Has knowledge of the relevant regulations, decisions of judicial bodies, their development and the relevant scientific assessments. 5 10 Knows how to access and use local and international law sources. 4 11 Has the skills needed to work as a judge, prosecutor, lawyer, notaryor legal counsel after graduating from the School of law. 5 12 Has sufficient knowledge of the common laws that govern the use of skilled workers in the public and private sector 5 13 Understands and uses the basic concepts of law; has the ability to conduct legal and normative research, predicts outcomes of decisions taken, develops strategical solutions while taking into account cause and effect relationships. 5 14 Is legally objective and has an impartial attitude towards daily events, is honest and morally ethical; all of which are characteristics or equired of lawyers. 4 15 Develops critical thinking skills in order to re-interpret laws according to the needs of humanity 5 16 Has written and oral communication skills, can convey ideas to other using persuasive speech, is capable of producing alternative solutions and can analyze information. 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) 16 4 64     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 16 3 48 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 1 1     Final Exam 1 1 1 Total Workload: 114 Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.56 ECTS Credit: 5