YAŞAR UNIVERSITY
FACULTY of ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES AND ECONOMICS
DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title
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Course Code
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Semester
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Course Hour/Week
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Yaşar Credit
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ECTS
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Politics of Migration
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INRL457
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Fall
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Theory
3
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Practice
0
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3
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5
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Course Type
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1. Compulsory Courses
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1.1. Programme Compulsory Courses
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1.2. University Compulsory Courses (UFND)
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1.3. YÖK (Higher Education Council) Compulsory Courses
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2. Elective Courses
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2.1. Program Elective Courses
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X
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2.2. University Elective Courses
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3. Prerequisites Courses
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3.1. Compulsory Prerequisites Courses
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3.2. Elective Prerequisites Courses
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Language of Instruction
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English
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Level of Course
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Associate Degree (Short Cycle)
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Undergraduate (First Cycle)
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Graduate (Second Cycle)
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X
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Doctoral Course (Third Cycle)
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Prerequisites Course(s) (compulsory)
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N/A
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Special Pre-Conditions of the Course
(recommended)
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N/A
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Course Coordinator
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Ayselin Gözde YILDIZ
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Mail: ayselin.yildiz@yasar.edu.tr
Course Web Page: ayildiz.yasar.edu.tr
Office Hours: Every Thursday 13:30-14:30 (Y 420)
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Aim(s) of the Course
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This course aims to engage students with fundamentals of immigration with a focus on it economic, historical, and political aspects. By employing the theoretical perspectives, it examines the actors, policies, socio-political processes, and complexities of immigration at national and global level. Europe is taken as the main case study to be comparatively studied during the semester. This course is offered as part of the “UNESCO Chair on International Migration” which is coordinated by Dr. Ayselin YILDIZç
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Learning Outcomes of the Course
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Upon successful completion of this course, the enrolled students will be gaining the following knowledge, skills and competences:
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1
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To discuss the theoretical debates and approaches on immigration
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2
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To recognize the international and transnational significance of immigration in shaping politics
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3
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To demonstrate the ability to differentiate various concepts within the migration field
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4
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To recognize functioning of various international organizations working in the field of international migration
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5
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To asses the political, economic and social implications of immigration
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6
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To recognize central issues of immigration such as integration, human rights and asylum
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7
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To assess immigration through economic, political and social perspectives
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8
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9
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10
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Course Content
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Politics of immigration, securitization of immigration, development and immigration, irregular migration, integration issues, asylum seekers and refugees, citizenship, racism and ethnic relations, human rights and immigration
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Week
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Topics
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Methodology and Implementation
(Theory, practice, assignment etc.)
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1
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Introduction- A General Overview
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Theory
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2
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Understanding Migration: Concepts, Definitions, Principles and Fundamental Debates
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Theory
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3
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Theoretical Debates on International Migration
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Theory
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4
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International Migration before 1945
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Theory, Presentations
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5
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Migration Policies in the EU: Main Trends and Challenges
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Theory, Presentations
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6
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Film Analysis Week
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7
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Migration Policies in the US and Canada
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Theory, Presentations
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8
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Mid-term (November 6, 2017)
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9
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Economics of Migration (Migration and Development)
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Theory, Presentations
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10
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Politics of Migration (Irregular Migration, Securitization of Migration, Border and Visa Policies)
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Theory, Presentations
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11
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Asylum Policies
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Theory, Presentations
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12
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Film Analysis and also field trip to one of the migration institution in Izmir
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Theory, Presentations
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13
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Migration, Integration and Citizenship
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Theory, Presentations
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14
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Migration Policies in Turkey
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Theory, Presentations
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15
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Final Exam
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Date will be announced later
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Required Course Material (s) /Reading(s)/Text Book (s)
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Main Course Books:
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Yıldız, A. 2016.”The European Union’s Immigration Policy: Managing Migration in Turkey and Morocco”. Palgrave Macmillan http://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9781137586988
(Available at the university’s library)
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Castles, Stephen and Mark J. Miller, The Age of Migration: International Population Movements in the Modern World Basingstoke: Macmillan (2013, Fifth Edition) http://www.age-of-migration.com/index.asp
Reading List
Russell King. 2012. Theories and Typologies of Migration: An Overview and and a Primer. Willy Brandt Series of Working Papers in International Migration and Ethnic Relations 3/12. Malmö University
Caroline Bretell, James Hollifield. (2008).“Migration Theory: Talking Across Disciplines”. Routledge pp.1-2 and pp.183-239
Sara Wallace Goodman. (November 2010).” Naturalisation Policies in Europe: Exploring Patterns of Inclusion and Exclusion”. European University Institute
Rogers Brubaker. (July 2001). “The Return of Assimilation? Changing Perspectives on Immigration and its Sequels in France, Germany and the United States”. Ethnic and Racial Studies, 24
Elizabeth Collett. (March 2011). “Immigrant Integration in Europe in a Time of Austerity”.Migration Policy Institute
Maarten Peter Vink. (2013). “Immigrant Integration and Access to Citizenship in the European Union: The Role of Origin Countries”. INTERACT Research Report. European University Institute
Anja Wiesbrock. (2011).”The Integration of Immigrants in Sweden: A Model for the European Union?”. International Migration.49 (4)
Borjas, George J. (1994). The Economics of Immigration. Journal of Economic Literature, Vol. 32, pp. 1667-1717
Huber, Peter and Tondl, Gabriele (2012): Migration and Regional Convergence in the European Union, WIFO Working Papers 419, WIFO.
Guild, Elspeth and Carrera, Sergio (2012): Labour Migration and Unemployment: What can we learn from EU rules on the free movement of workers? Justice and Home Affairs, CEPS Papers in Liberty and Security in Europe
Facchini, G. and M. F. Steinhardt (2011): What drives U.S. immigration policy? Evidence from congressional roll call votes. Journal of Public Economics, Vol.95: 734-743.
Hix, H. and Noury, A. (2007): Politics not Economic Interests: Determinants of Migration Policies in the European Union, International Migration Review, Vol. 41:182-205.
Pacaci Elitok, S.; Straubhaar, T. (2012): Turkey, Migration and the EU: Potentials, Challenges and Opportunities, Edition HWWI 5, Hamburg University Press, Hamburg.
Massey, Douglas M. (1994) “An Evaluation of International Migration Theory: The North American Case”, Population and Development Review 20: 4, pp. 699-751
Erdoğan, M.Murat [2012] “Being a Migrant in Europe: The case of Turkish Immigrants in Germany” in Social Change Bioethics and Public Politics’, UNESCO-Turkey, Ankara, pp. 145-151.
Huysmans, Jeff (2000) “European Union and Securitization of Migration”, JCMS: Journal of Common Market Studies, 38: 5, pp. 751-777
Joppke, Christian (1998) “Why Liberal States Accept Unwanted Immigration”, World Politics, 50: 2, pp. 266-293 (available in the library electronic database)
De Haas, Hein (2010) “Migration and Development: A Theoretical Perspective”, International Migration Review, 44: 1, pp. 227-264
Castles, Stephen and Andrew Davidson (2000) “The Crisis of Citizenship” in Citizenship and Migration: Globalization and Politics of Belonging, MacMillan Press, pp. 1-25
Soysal, N. Yasemin, Limits of Citizenship. Migrants and Postnational Membership in Europe, Chicago: University of Chicago Press (1994), Chapter 8: Toward a Postnational Model of Membership, pp. 136-162.
Huysmans, Jeff (2000) “European Union and Securitization of Migration”, JCMS: Journal of Common Market Studies, 38: 5, pp. 751-777 (available in the library electronic database)
Rogers Brubaker. “The Return of Assimilation? Changing Perspectives on Immigration and Its Sequels in France, Germany, and the United States” Ethnic and Racial Studies 24.4 (2001): 531-548.
Eurostat (2015) “Migration in the EU”. 10/06/2015
Sandra Lavenex & Rahel Kunz (2008) The Migration–Development Nexus in EU External Relations, Journal of European Integration, 30:3, 439-457, DOI: 10.1080/07036330802142152
Icduygu, A. (2015, April). ‘Syrian Refugees in Turkey The Long Road Ahead’.Transatlantic Council on Migration. Migration Policy Institute
Hein de Haas (2015, September 22) “Feigning immigration control”. Personal Blog
Bhagwati, Jagdish. 2003. “Borders Beyond Control.” Foreign Affairs. 82(1): 98-104.Jacoby, Tamar. 2011. “Germany’s Immigration Dilemma: How Can Germany Attract the Workers It Needs.” Foreign Affairs. 90(2): 8-14.
İçduygu, A. 2013. Turkey and international migration 2012-13. Report. Migration Research Center at Koc University, Istanbul, November
Kaya, A. (2012). Turkey as an Emerging Destination Country for Immigration: Challenges and the Prospects for the Future. In Elitok, S.P. and Straubhaar (eds) Turkey, Migration and the EU: Potentials, Challenges and Opportunites. Hamburg University Press: Hamburg
Kirişci, K. 2014. Syrian Refugees and Turkey’s Challenges: Going Beyond Hospitality. Report Washington D.C.: Brookings: 1-46 http://www.brookings.edu/~/media/research/files/reports/2014/05/12-turkey-syrian-refugees-kirisci/syrian-refugees-and-turkeys-challenges-may-14-2014.pdf
Yıldız, A. 2017 (Ocak-Haziran). “Göç ve Entegrasyon Politikalarında Vatandaşlık”. Göç Araştırmaları Dergisi. 3 (1) ss.36-67 http://www.gam.gov.tr/files/5-3.pdf
Yıldız, A., Uzgören, E. (2016). “Limits to temporary protection: non-camp Syrian refugees in Izmir, Turkey”. Southeast European and Black Sea Studies, 16 (2), pp. 195-211 (SSCI)
Yıldız, A. “Perception of Smuggling Business and Decision Making Processes of Migrants”. International Organization for Migration (IOM), July 2017, Ankara
OECD. 2015. International Migration Outlook. http://www.oecd.org/migration/international-migration-outlook-1999124x.htm
IOM. 2015. World Migration Report 2015. https://www.iom.int/world-migration-report-2015
Databases to be Used:
UNHCR. Regional refugee and migrant response plan for Europe. data.unhcr.org/mediterranean/download.php?id=521
UNHCR. Syria regional response plan. Inter-agency Information Sharing Portal. http://data.unhcr.org/syrianrefugees/regional.php
Eurostat Database. ‘Population and Social Conditions, Asylum and Managed Migration’, available online at:
http://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/asylum-and-managed-migration/statistics-illustrated
The list can be updated and enriched during the semester with additional relevant reading materials
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ASSESSMENT
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Semester Activities/ Studies
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NUMBER
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WEIGHT in %
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Mid- Term
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1
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90
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Student Presentation and Active Class Participation
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1
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1 step +/- of the final grade
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Film Analysis
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1
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1 step +/- of the mid-term grade
10
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Project
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-
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-
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Laboratory
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-
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-
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Field Studies (Technical Visits)
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-
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-
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Practice (Laboratory, Virtual Court, Studio Studies etc.)
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-
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-
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Other (Placement/Internship etc.)
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-
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-
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TOTAL
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100
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Contribution of Semester Activities/Studies to the Final Grade
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50
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Contribution of Final Examination
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50
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TOTAL
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100
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CONTRIBUTION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES TO PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
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No
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Programme Outcomes
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Level of Contribution (1- lowest/ 5- highest)
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1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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1
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To identify and interpret the roles of the basic actors and institutions, and outcomes and externalities of the relevant processes and conditions in domestic as well as foreign policy making
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X
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2
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To explain and analyze the historical developments that laid the foundations of modern inter-state relations
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X
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3
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To identify, explain and analyze the current political, social, legal and economic fundamentals of international relations
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X
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4
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To define, analyze and criticise the judgments about the governing normative and moral premises of international relations
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X
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5
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To use theoretical perspectives and case-oriented knowledge that facilitate analytical thinking while formulating solutions about the problems with organizational, local, national, international and global dimensions
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X
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6
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To participate actively interdisciplinary and in-disciplinary and studies and activities that require team work
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X
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7
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To expose opinion leader characteristic with scientific scepticism, objectivity and diligence in every sort of social environment
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X
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8
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To demonstrate appropriate behaviours in all aspects of social life with the prevailed basics of ethics and morals
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X
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9
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To use the skills of written and oral communication in English with a competency in a second foreign language and to employ them in all kinds of international and local working environments
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X
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10
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To embrace the understanding and culture of life-long learning
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11
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To find, refine, reproduce, use and disseminate knowledge by making use of Information Technologies (IT)
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X
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ECTS /STUDENT WORKLOAD
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ACTIVITIES
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NUMBER
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UNIT
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HOUR
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TOTAL (WORKLOAD)
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Course Teaching Hour (14 weeks* total course hours)
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14
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Week
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3
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42
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Preliminary Preparation and finalizing of course notes, further self- study
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14
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Week
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2
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28
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Film Analysis
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1
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Number
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6
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6
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Presentation/ Seminars
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1
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Number
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5
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5
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Quiz and Preparation for the Quiz
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-
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Number
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Mid- Term Exam
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1
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Number
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15
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15
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Project (s)
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Number
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Field Studies (Technical Visits, Investigate Visit etc.)
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Number
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Practice
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Number
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Final Examination (Term Paper Submission)
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1
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Number
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20
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20
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Other (Placement/Internship etc.)
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Number
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Total Workload
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116
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Total Workload/ 25
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4,4
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ECTS
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5
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GRADING POLICY
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The exams are assessed on the basis of letter grades and achieved learning outcomes. In order to succeed this course, the students are expected to fulfill the learning outcomes of the course. Letter grades are allocated according to each question in the exam which are designed to assess the degree of acquired/achieved learning outcomes of the course.
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Students who fais and get “F” from both mid-tem and final exam, fail the course even they submit their assignments and participated to paper debates.
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The lecturer might issue bonus grades for the participation of invited seminars, panels and academic activities.
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
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Academic integrity is the pursuit of scholarly activity free from fraud and deception and is of utmost importance to our department and our university. Any kind of academic dishonesty, including, but not limited to, cheating on an exam, plagiarizing, representing someone else’s work as your own, submitting work previously used without the informing and taking the consent of the instructor, fabricating of information or citations, etc. will not be tolerated. These apply to all your works, assignments, presentations, film analysis reports, exams related to the course. Academic dishonesty will be pursued with disciplinary action and will result in an “F” grade for the class.
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RULES WITH REGARD TO THE COURSE
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Students are expected to follow the course website for the updates and announcements.
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Students are invited to attend the seminars/panels announced by the lecturer.
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The lecturer might change this syllabus, add new reading material with prior notice.
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PREPARED BY
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Ayselin Gözde YILDIZ
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UPDATED
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11.09.2017
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