On completing the program, the students are expected to acquire competency in conceptual and historical information regarding international social and political phenomena, critical and analytical thinking, the development of oral communication, written, and research skills in English, an inter-disciplinary approach to both regional and global conflicts as well as conflict resolution strategies, and theoretical and practical capability for development of leadership, team-work, decision making, and problem solving skills.
DEGREE AWARDED
Bachelor of Sciences degree in International Relations
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Successful graduates of the programme will have the opportunity to seek employment in diplomatic areas, public institutions, international organisations, private companies with international connections, media as well as universities and strategic research organisations.
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Enhance effective decision-making, analysis techniques and critical thinking skills Demonstrate ability for teamworking, collaboration and leadership Understand social and legal issues both within local and global environments Acquire proficiency in English and utilize effective communication skills Gain IT skills for conducting research using various resources and databases Put knowledge acquired into practical experience through on-site internship(s) before graduation Gain ethical consciousness and behaviour required by the international relations discipline Acquire conceptual and historical information regarding international social and political phenomena. Understand important regional problems & conflicts, and conflict resolution strategies. Understand global political phenomena, leading to theoretical and practical knowledge of global governance and global security Ensure conceptual understanding of different theories and methods for international political developments Recognize and respect the difference of ‘Other’ cultures and identities Gain knowledge on economics and global economic issues.
EDUCATIONAL METHODS
- Lecturers teach/explain the topics using audio &visual tools during 2/3 of course time, 1/3 of it is conducted as seminar style IAT interactive method principles. - Research based activities such as; doing presentation and writing article related with course subject are executed by the students.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Students have to complete 132 credits, - Students should be at least 2 CGPA or above, - Students are required to do 30 days internship, - Students must also pass from four non-credit courses related with Turkish History and Languages.