Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
7PSIR466History, Politics and Society in Asia and Far East3+0+03610.12.2024
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 To understand the historical context of political and social developments in Asia and the Far East.
To analyze the major political systems and societal transformations in the region.
To evaluate the region's role in global politics and international relations.
To explore the cultural and ideological underpinnings of Asian societies.
Course Content This course examines the historical, political, and social developments of Asia and the Far East. It focuses on the region's interaction with global powers, its unique political systems, societal transformations, and the interplay of tradition and modernity. The course also explores the geopolitical significance of the region in contemporary international relations.
Course Methods and Techniques Lecture and discussion-based lecture.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Associate Prof.Dr. Murat Aslan murat.aslan@hku.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources o Mason, C. A Short History of Asia. o Murphey, R. A History of Asia. o Ebrey, P. et al. Modern East Asia: A Cultural, Social, and Political History.
Course Notes Upon completing this course, students will be able to realize PY-1 Fundamental Concepts and Theories, PY-4 Multidisciplinary study, PY-5 Independent study, PY-6 Assume responsibility. In this sense, this course aims to acknowledge the following outcomes:
• Build interdisciplinary conceptual understanding.
• Compare and contrast main theories and currents of thinking.
• Conduct a thorough assessment with required parameters.
• Link theory to practice by examining different case studies from the international arena.
• Assess the complex dynamics of contemporary studies.
• Critically evaluate competing for theoretical approaches and practical methods.


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 3 45
Assignments 6 1 6
Presentation 11 4 44
Mid-terms 1 10 10
Project 4 5 20
Final examination 1 10 10
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 6 180

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 CLO-1 Fundamental Concepts and Theories, CLO-4 Multidisciplinary study, CLO-5 Independent study, CLO-6 Assume responsibility

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction to Asia and the Far East A Short History of Asia by Colin Mason (Ch. 1, pp. 1-25)
2 Pre-modern Asia: Dynasties and Empire A History of Asia by Rhoads Murphey (Ch. 4, pp. 89-115)
3 Colonial Encounters in Asia A Short History of Asia by Colin Mason (Ch. 3, pp. 55-80)
4 Modernization and Nationalism in Asia Modern East Asia: A Cultural, Social, and Political History by Patricia Buckley Ebrey et al. (Ch. 6, pp. 145-173)
5 World War II and Its Impact on Asia A History of Asia by Rhoads Murphey (Ch. 10, pp. 245-270)
6 Cold War Dynamics in Asia The Cold War and Asia by Michael Yahuda (Ch. 3, pp. 50-80)
7 Economic Miracles in East Asia The East Asian Development Experience by Ha-Joon Chang (Ch. 2, pp. 23-45)
8 Midterm Exam
9 China: From Mao to Modernity China’s Transformation by Lionel M. Jensen (Ch. 5, pp. 101-128)
10 Japan’s Political and Social Evolution Japan’s Modern History by James L. McClain (Ch. 8, pp. 200-225)
11 South Asia: Politics and Society Modern South Asia by Sugata Bose and Ayesha Jalal (Ch. 6, pp. 150-170)
12 Southeast Asia: Between Tradition and Modernity Southeast Asia: Past and Present by D.R. SarDesai (Ch. 12, pp. 300-320)
13 Religion and Ideology in Asia A Short History of Asia by Colin Mason (Ch. 5, pp. 100-130)
14 Asia in Global Politics The Rise of Asia by Frank-Jürgen Richter (Ch. 3, pp. 40-60)
15 Contemporary Challenges in Asia Asia's Cauldron by Robert D. Kaplan (Ch. 4, pp. 75-100)
16 Final Exam

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
All 2 1 3 2
C1 2 3 3 1

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