Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
8PSIR464History, Politics and Society in the Balkans3+0+03511.12.2024
Course Details
Language of Instruction French
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Political Science and International Relations
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The Balkan Peninsula, one of the five biggest one in Europe, was invaded for centuries because of its geographical condition. Thus, the migration issue was often a matter of fact. For this reason, Balkans became an attraction point for many states to be involved in the issue, too. Turkey has contributed to establish peace and stabilization in Balkans. To foresee the future, one must know the past very well. Likewise, however looking back takes you a point to see the future better.
With this lecture series the Balkans will be explained historically and socially in a chronological order. The geo-strategic and historical importance will be put forward
Course Content Because of the historical ties and being a Balkan Country, it is impossible for Turkey to be excluded from international affairs related to Balkans. Having a cultural and historical tie for centuries, the economic and social relations with Balkans obviously will continue.
In this lecture The Balkan Geography and general geo-political importance will be discussed. The socio-cultural situation of Balkans is going to be studied at the light of migrations arising from many invasions and wars.
The national and regional problems of Balkans will be discussed and the power balance regulation politics is going to be put forth for a better understanding the importance of Balkans
Course Methods and Techniques This course will be taught in lecture and discussion format.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Associate Prof.Dr. Ercan SEYHAN
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye ;
SEYHAN E (2007), Bosna Hersek’in Jeo Stratejik Önemi ve Türkiye.
ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001)
Course Notes Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye
ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001)
Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye

Course Category
Social Sciences %100

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 15 3 45
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 15 6 90
Mid-terms 1 7 7
Final examination 1 8 8
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 5 150

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Identify the Balkans geographical geo-strategic importance
2 Demonstrate competency in the basic approaches and perspectives of Balkans socio-cultural formation
3 Have an extensive knowledge and critical understanding of international power-balance initiatives for the Balkans
4 Demonstrate an ability to apply specialized skills and analytical tools to identify and explore World War II and Balkan politics
5 Demonstrate competency in the basic approaches and perspectives in peace at the Balkans and the role of Turkey
6 Demonstrate an ability to identify, conceptualize, and define abstract geostrategic importance of the Balkans for Turkey

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 First meeting, course introduction, syllabus review - -
2 Balkans and Geographical Location Specialities p. 1-18 Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye p. 1-18
3 Socio Cultural Formation and Governance Systems of Balkans p. 20-62 Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye p. 20-62
4 History of Balkanss p. 65-100 Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye p. 65-100
5 The geo-political importance of Balkans p.100 -121 Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye p.100 -121
6 World War II – Balkans and Turkey p.138 -162 Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye p.138 -162
7 Balkans and Important Agreements UN and NATO p.179 -200 Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye p.179 -200
8 midterm exam - -
9 Turkey and Kosovo: A Chronological Examination of the Issue of Kosovo and Turkey’s Response in the Post-Cold war period p. 73-97. ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001) p. 73-97.
10 Evaluation of Turkey’s Foreign Policy towards Kosovo and Balkans I p. 98-137 ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001) p. 98-137
11 Evaluation of Turkey’s Foreign Policy towards Kosovo and Balkans II p. 98-137 ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001) p. 98-137
12 Historical Progress in Bosna and Herzegovina p. 22-55 Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye p. 22-55
13 The Bosna and Herzegovina Crisis p. 56-86 Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye p. 56-86
14 Balkans and Bosnia at Post-Cold War and post 9/11 p. 80-92 Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye p. 80-92
15 General evaluation Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001) Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001) Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye
16 Final Exam Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001) Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001) Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye
17 Final Exam Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001) Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye Sükan Ö (2001) 21nci yüzyıl Başlarında Balkanlar ve Türkiye ALTUNYA, Eylem (2003). Kosova Krizi ve Türkiye (1991-2001) Seyhan E (2007) Bosna Hersek’in Jeo-Stratejik Önemi Ve Türkiye

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
All 4 4 3 1
C1 5 5
C2 5 5 5
C3 5 5 5
C4 5 5
C5 5
C6 5

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant