Course name: Issues in International and Regional Politics of Eurasia
Course credits: 3 ECTS
Course Coordinator: Prof. Deniz Yükseker
Instructors: Deniz Yükseker, Neslişah Başaran Lotz, Hazar Vural Jane, Murat Jane, Alp Yüce Kavas, Filiz Katman
Course Description: This online course introduces students to some of the major issues in international politics with a focus on Eurasia. It will first discuss major theoretical perspectives in international relations. Then, it will focus on topics such as diplomacy, foreign policy, international organizations and international migration. Next, the course will focus on case studies such as the foreign policies of Iran, Turkey and Russia. The course will be conducted through online lectures by scholars, online forums and readings.
Impact of this course on your CV and employability: Taking this course will provide you with basic knowledge in the field of international relations from both a theoretical perspective and in terms of case studies. It would help you demonstrate your proficiency when applying to positions in international organizations, or for enrolling in graduate programs in Political Science and International Relations.
Learning outcomes: By the end of the two-week course, students will have acquired basic theoretical knowledge in international relations, diplomacy and migration. They will also be able to apply this knowledge to specific cases, such as the foreign policies of particular countries and international organizations. They will also gain basic knowledge about some of the current issues in international politics.
Who can participate: The course is open to undergraduate and graduate students in the social sciences, humanities, political science, international relations and journalism.
Prerequisites: Students should have taken an introductory level political science or international relations course.
Course materials: A reading list will be announced.
Weekly Plan:
Week 1:
Day 1: Introduction to course DY
Day 2: International relations theory HVJ
Day 3: Diplomacy and its evolution MJ
Day 4: International organizations AYK
Day 5: Migration and international politics DY
Week 2:
Day 1: Iranian Foreign Policy in the Middle East HVJ
Day 2: Turkey's international relations in the Republican Era NBL
Day 3: Russian Foreign Policy in Eurasia in the context of the Commonwealth of Independent States and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization AYK
Day 4: International politics of energy FK
Day 5: Review and conclusion DY