COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

International Relations (English)

Level of Course Unit

Third Cycle Programmes (Doctorate Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR GÜL MEHPARE KURTOĞLU ESKIŞAR

Offered to

International Relations (English)

Course Objective

This course provides a broad introduction to some of the leading contemporary issues, theories, concepts and debates in international relations. Selected readings and in-class presentations and discussions help students grasp some of the key themes pertaining to international relations.

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

TBA

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Weekly discussions, presentations, lectures

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

To be announced

Assessment Criteria

1. Introduction (15 points):
Poor (0%): Unclear, lacking purpose.
Fair (40%): Somewhat relevant, lacks depth.
Good (60%): Provides a clear understanding.
Very Good (80%): Effectively outlines the topic, grabs attention.
Excellent (100%): Clear, engaging, sets up the presentation perfectly.
2. Organization of Material (10 points):
Poor (0%): Poorly organized.
Fair (40%): Disjointed, unclear flow.
Good (60%): Generally well-organized.
Very Good (80%): Organized logically, clear transitions.
Excellent (100%): Exceptionally organized, seamless transitions.
3. Content Quality (40 points):
Poor (0%): Irrelevant, inaccurate, lacks depth.
Fair (40%): Some relevant content, significant inaccuracies.
Good (60%): Mostly accurate and relevant.
Very Good (80%): Thorough, well-researched, accurate.
Excellent (100%): Highly relevant, accurate, comprehensive.
4. Conclusion (15 points):
Poor (0%): Missing or ineffective.
Fair (40%): Attempts to summarize but leaves out key points.
Good (60%): Summarizes key points but lacks impact.
Very Good (80%): Effectively summarizes, provides closure.
Excellent (100%): Clear, impactful, ties the presentation together.
5. Overall Presentation (20 points):
Poor (0%): Poorly executed, minimal engagement.
Fair (40%): Some strengths but fails to effectively manage time.
Good (60%): Generally well-executed, acceptable communication.
Very Good (80%): Strong, good use of time, clear verbal expression.
Excellent (100%): Exceptional, perfectly using time, clear and engaging communication

Language of Instruction

English

Course Policies and Rules

To be announced.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

gul dot kurtoglu @ deu dot edu dot tr

Office Hours

By appointment.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes