COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

International Relations

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR ZÜHAL ÜNALP ÇEPEL

Offered to

International Relations

Course Objective

This course aims to introduce students with the classic and contemporary theories of European integration such as federalism, neo-functionalism, intergovernmentalism, constructivism, multi-level governance and neo-Gramscian approaches. It aspires to equip students with the ability to conceptually reflect on theories and concepts taking their knowledge on European political development as a basis.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

Antje Wiener and Thomas Diez (eds.), European Integration Theory, Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Ben Rosamond (2000), Theories of European Integration, Houndsmills, Palgrave.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Lecture
2. Midterm
3. FInal

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

1.Will evaluate integration theories.
2.Will identify theoretical concepts.
3.Will theoretically explain the EU integration.
4.Will evaluate the varying roles of integration theories in analyzing European integration process.

Language of Instruction

English

Course Policies and Rules

1. Attending at least 70% of lectures is mandatory.
2. Plagiarism of any type will result in disciplinary action.
3. Participation in class discussions is required.
4. Learners should complete course readings before the class for which they are assigned.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

zuhal.unalp@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

To be announced later.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes