COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

International Relations (English)

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR ZÜHAL ÜNALP ÇEPEL

Offered to

Political Science and International Relations (English)
International Relations (English)

Course Objective

This course provides a comprehensive examination of the European Security Policy (ESP) within the context of international relations and regional security frameworks. The course will cover the historical development, institutions, and strategic priorities of European security, focusing on the European Union's (EU) role as a security actor. The analysis will include the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP), NATO's influence, and the interactions between the EU and other international organizations. Additionally, the course will explore contemporary security challenges, including terrorism, cyber threats, migration, and geopolitical tensions in Europe's neighborhood.

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

To be announced.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Lecture seminars
2. Weekly readings
3. In-class discussions
5. MIdterm exam
6. Preparation of term paper

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

The learner:
1. Will examine the historical evolution of European security cooperation.
2. Will define the institutional framework of European security cooperation.
3. Will explain major concerns of the EU's security and defense policy.
4. Will analyze internal and external dimensions of the EU's current security policies.
5. Will interpret and present data relevant to the course content.

Course Requirements:
There will be a mid-term exam.

Student Responsibilities:
a) The submission deadline for the papers should be respected.
b) The course is based on the reading and discussion of texts and topics determined by the instructor, through perspectives offered in academic resources provided or recommended for students.
c) Students must participate in class-discussions during the last 5 weeks.
d) Students are required to write a research paper on the topics they discuss in the class.

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. Learners must read all the required course material before the class and participate in class discussions by demonstrating required knowledge.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

zuhal.unalp@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

To be announced.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes