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| Code | POLZ301 |
| Name | Theories of International Relations |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. MARELLA BODUR ÜN |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. MARELLA BODUR ÜN
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
This course aims to provide students with a grounding in different theoretical approaches in International Relations; to explore new thinking in IR theory.
Course Content
This course focuses on main theories, major debates and main issues in International Relations.
Course Precondition
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Resources
Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations
Notes
Tim Dunne, Mijla Kurki, and Steve Smith, International Relations Theories: Discipline and Diversity. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Identifies major concepts in the discipline of IR. |
| LO02 | Identifies and analyzes the existing schools of thought in IR. |
| LO03 | Explores new thinking in IR theory |
| LO04 | Employs IR theory in the analysis of current events in international relations. |
| LO05 | Discusses the universal applicability of IR theories |
| LO06 | Identifies and discusses the main debates and isssues in the discipline of IR |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Has the conceptual and theoretical competence to explain the phenomena in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | 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 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Becomes skilful at following and interpreting different social areas in international and national levels and also applies the problem-solving oriented practices. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Collects, reviews and analyzes the data obtained which necessary for modelling applications in the Social Science. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Individually and/or in a team, takes responsibility, leadership, and works effectively. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | In recognition of the need for lifelong learning, follows the latest developments in the field and improves himself/herself. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses Turkish, and at least one more foreign language, in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Understands and interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviors of related persons correctly; and expresses himself/herself in written and oral forms accurately. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Improves his/herself constantly by defining educational requirements considering interests and talents in scientific, cultural, art and social fields besides career development. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Questions traditional approaches, practices and methods; and develops and applies new study methods if necessary. | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Recognizes and implements social, scientific and professional ethical values. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops skills of defining and analyzing the international, regional and national oriented issues, producing appropriate conflict-resolution techniques and negotiation skills. | 5 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops critical thinking skills. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction: IR as an academic discipline | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Main debates in IR | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 1 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | Diversity of IR Theory | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 1 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Realism | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 2 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Neorealism | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 2 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Liberalism-I | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 3 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Liberalism-II | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 3 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | English School | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 4 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 9 | MIDTERM EXAM | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 10 | Social Constructivism | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 8 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Marxism | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 5 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Critical Theory | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 6 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 13 | Postmodernism | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 7 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Feminist IR Theory | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations,chp. 9 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 15 | Post-colonialism | Scott Burchill et al. Theories of International Relations | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 16 | Review-1 | Preparation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 17 | Review-2 | Preparation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 22 | 22 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 32 | 32 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 138 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,52 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||