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Language of Instruction
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Turkish
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Level of Course Unit
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Doctorate's Degree
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Department / Program
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Political Science and International Relations (PhD)
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Type of Program
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Formal Education
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Type of Course Unit
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Elective
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Course Delivery Method
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Face To Face
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Objectives of the Course
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The aim of this course is to discuss key issues and challenges related to the concept of security in international relations, examine perceptions of security and conflict with particular reference to Türkiye, and encourage students to engage in academic research culminating in the preparation of a term paper that meets the standards of a scholarly article by the end of the semester.
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Course Content
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This course will examine the various dynamics that shape the concept of security and encourage students to critically explore and develop their own perspectives on security-related issues. Under the guidance of the course instructor, students will first examine the conceptual dimensions of selected dynamics, together with their various inputs and outcomes. Students will then present and discuss their proposed solutions to problems identified on a weekly basis.
Within this framework, the topics outlined in the course syllabus will be examined through classroom discussions. The course will adopt a student-centered approach, prioritizing students ` opinions, interpretations, and critical evaluations. Therefore, students are expected to attend classes well-prepared and actively participate in discussions. The primary objective is not to memorize theories and concepts but rather to critically examine different perspectives and approaches. By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to apply various theoretical perspectives to real-world events and critically assess their potential implications and consequences.
Before each class, students will be required to prepare a 700–900-word analytical paper addressing the topic assigned for that week. These papers should be written in an argumentative and critical manner rather than merely describing existing knowledge or circumstances.
No regular class will be held during the eighth week. Instead, students will be required to complete a 1,000–1,200-word take-home essay based on the examination questions distributed in the seventh week.
In the third week, each student will select a topic for their term paper and submit a proposal to the course instructor for approval. Following approval, students will prepare an academic research paper of 5,000–7,000 words, adhering to the standards of scholarly writing and academic research.
The term paper will serve as the final examination and will be assessed accordingly.
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Course Methods and Techniques
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Lecture
Discussion based lecture
Case study
Small group work
Group work
Activities within a Student Body or Research Project
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Prerequisites and co-requisities
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None
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Course Coordinator
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None
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Name of Lecturers
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Associate Prof.Dr. Murat ASLAN
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Assistants
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None
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Work Placement(s)
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No
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Recommended or Required Reading
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Resources
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References are provided alongside the corresponding topics for each week. Students are encouraged to identify and consult additional relevant sources independently, particularly scholarly articles published in academic journals.
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Course Notes
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Upon successful completion of the course, students will acquire the competencies outlined in the following program outcomes: PO-1: Knowledge of fundamental concepts and theories; PO-4: Ability to engage in multidisciplinary studies; PO-5: Ability to work independently; and PO-6: Ability to assume responsibility.
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