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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES |
| PRIVATE LAW (PhD) | |
| Code | ÖH833 |
| Name | Freedom of Contract and Its Limits in Labor Law |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall and Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Seda ARSLAN DURMUŞ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to examine the principle of freedom of contract in labor law in theoretical and practical dimensions; to analyze within which limits the freedom of will of the parties is valid in the context of individual labor contracts and to evaluate the legal, social and economic justifications of these limitations. In addition, the course aims to develop normative and critical perspectives on the limitations of freedom of contract in students.
Course Content
Within the scope of the course, the concept of freedom of contract will first be addressed within the framework of private law and labor law. Then, the effects of elements such as the imperative structure of labor law, the power imbalance in the employee-employer relationship, public order and the principle of the social state on freedom of contract will be examined. Legislation on the subject in national and comparative law, high court decisions and doctrinal approaches will be examined; solution proposals for the problems encountered in practice will be developed.
Course Precondition
There are no prerequisites.
Resources
Sarper Süzek, İş Hukuku, 24. Baskı, Beta Yayınları, 2024. Nuri Çelik/Nurşen Caniklioğlu/Talat Canbolat/Ercüment Özkaraca, İş Hukuku Dersleri, 36. Bası, Beta Yayınları, 2023. Ömer Ekmekçi/Esra Yiğit, Bireysel İş Hukuku, 6. Baskı, On İki Levha Yayınları, 2024.
Notes
ILO Conventions, Constitutional Court and Supreme Court decisions
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explain the historical development of the principle of freedom of contract and its reflection on labor law. |
| LO02 | Define the constitutional and legal regulations that limit freedom of contract in labor law. |
| LO03 | Interpret the application of freedom of contract within the scope of labor law in the light of judicial decisions and academic opinions. |
| LO04 | Analyze the impact of the structural power imbalance between employers and employees on freedom of contract. |
| LO05 | Evaluate the impact of mandatory provisions in labor law on freedom of contract. |
| LO06 | Compare approaches to limiting freedom of contract in different legal systems. |
| LO07 | It can develop solutions to legal problems that arise in case of abuse of freedom of contract. |
| LO08 | It can develop normative suggestions for a more balanced contractual relationship in labor law. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the basic concepts, institutions and legal methodology in private law and its sub-disciplines. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Analyses theories and current developments in the field of private law. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains legal concepts, rules and principles from a comparative law perspective. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Evaluates legal reforms and new regulations and develops suggestions. | 4 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Develops solutions to legal problems using theoretical and applied knowledge. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Resolves private law disputes using legal interpretation methods. | 5 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies problem-solving and decision-making skills in legal decision-making processes. | 4 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Makes comparative analyses between different legal systems and practices. | |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Provides original academic studies and scientific contributions on legal issues. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Examines legal issues from a critical perspective and evaluates legal arguments. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Criticises existing legal rules and offers alternative solutions. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Evaluates legal issues in the context of existing and required law. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Develops scientific projects and produces academic publications in the field of private law. | 5 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Follows the legal literature at national and international levels, constantly updates technical legal knowledge. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Follows the historical development of legal norms and current changes. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Presents legal arguments effectively at an academic level, in Turkish and English. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Shares current information and developments in the field with expert lawyers and contributes to academic discussions. | 3 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Observes ethical principles in legal decision processes and develops fair solution proposals. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Applies alternative dispute resolution methods in resolving legal disputes. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The concept of freedom of contract in labor law | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Limits on freedom of contract | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | Obligation to conclude a contract | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Re-employment of those laid off | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Employing disabled and ex-convict workers | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Employing workers whose disability has ended | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Re-employment of those who have completed their military service or legal duty | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | absent | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Employing a workplace doctor and occupational safety specialist | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 10 | Re-employment of those whose duties in workers' organizations have ended | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Prohibitions on making contracts | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Prohibition on entering into contracts due to being a minor | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 13 | Prohibition on making employment contracts based on gender | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Prohibition on concluding an employment contract due to health condition | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 15 | Prohibition on making employment contracts due to foreign element | absent | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | absent | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Ödev, Sözlü Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | absent | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev |
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 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||