Political Science and International Relations (Non-Thesis) (English)
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

General Introduction Information of the Course

Course Code: POLS5014
Ders İsmi: Territorial Conflicts
Ders Yarıyılı: Fall
Ders Kredileri:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 8
Language of instruction: EN
Ders Koşulu:
Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?: No
Type of course: Necessary
Course Level:
Master TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Second Cycle EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi Merve HAZER YİĞİT UYAR
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objectives and Content

Course Objectives: The course focuses on the conflict resolution process, that is the process through which conflict parties move from violent interactions to durable peace. Particular attention is given to the challenges that the parties face in each stage of this process, from the initiation of negotiations, the reaching of a settlement and the cessation of hostilities to how peace is implemented.
Course Content: The course covers basic concepts in conflict resolution: e.g. conflict, war, conflict prevention, conflict resolution, peace process, peace agreement, reconciliation, and peacebuilding. Key issues concern peacemaking during armed conflicts, mediation, ceasefires, the crafting of peace accords, the role of third parties and international organisations.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Different theoretical perspectives on conflict resolution.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
1) Understanding of central factors and conditions that influence how wars can be terminated through conflict resolution processes.
Field Specific Competence
1) How different phases in conflict resolution processes interact with each other and between different levels of analysis (local, national, regional and global level).
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) Compare conditions and problems in peace processes within and between countries in their regional and international context.

Course Weekly Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Key Terms and Concepts in Conflict Resolution Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
2) Why We Study Conflict Resolution Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
3) General Issuess in International Relations and Conflict Resolution Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
4) Armed Conflicts and Peace Agreements Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
5) Approaching Conflict Resolution Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
6) Analyzing Conflict Resolution Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
7) Understanding Conflict Resolution- Discussion of the Basics and Cases Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
8) Midterm Exam
9) Conflict Resolution in Interstate Conflicts Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
10) Conflict Resolution in Civil Wars Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
11) Conflict Resolution in State Formation Conflicts Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
12) Conflict Complexes and Conflict Resolution Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
13) UN and Conflict Resolution Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
14) Case Analysis Examples Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
15) Case Analysis Examples Wallensteen, Peter. 2002. Understanding Conflict Resolution. Sage Publications.
16) Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ramsbotham, Oliver; Woodhouse, Tom; Miall, Hugh
Contemporary conflict resolution : the prevention, management and transformation of deadly conflicts
Fourth edition.: Malden, MA: Polity Press, 2016
Walter, Barbara F
Committing to peace : the successful settlement of civil wars
Princeton: Princeton University Press, 2002
Howard, Lise Morjé
Power in peacekeeping
Cambridge, United Kingdom: Cambridge University Press, 2019
Lijphart, Arend
Democracy in plural societies :a comparative exploration
New Haven: Yale Univ. Press, cop. 1977

Consociational democracy (pp.25-52)
References: Ramsbotham, Oliver; Woodhouse, Tom; Miall, Hugh
Contemporary conflict resolution : the prevention, management and transformation of deadly conflicts
Fourth edition.: Malden, MA: Polity Press, 2016
Walter, Barbara F
Committing to peace : the successful settlement of civil wars
Princeton: Princeton University Press, 2002
Howard, Lise Morjé
Power in peacekeeping
Cambridge, United Kingdom: Cambridge University Press, 2019
Lijphart, Arend
Democracy in plural societies :a comparative exploration
New Haven: Yale Univ. Press, cop. 1977

Consociational democracy (pp.25-52)

Relationship Between Course and Program Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) To be able to develop and deepen their knowledge in the same or a different field at the level of expertise based on undergraduate level qualifications. To be able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field.
2) To be able to use the theoretical and practical knowledge at the level of expertise acquired in the field. - To be able to interpret and create new information by integrating the knowledge gained in the field with information from different disciplinary fields, - To be able to solve the problems encountered in the field by using research methods.
3) To be able to evaluate the knowledge and skills at the level of expertise acquired in the field with a critical approach and to be able to direct his/her learning.
4) - To be able to supervise and teach social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To be able to develop strategies, policies and implementation plans on issues related to the field and to evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. - To be able to use the knowledge, problem solving and/or application skills in the field in interdisciplinary studies.
5) - To be able to independently carry out a study that requires specialization in the field. - To be able to develop new strategic approaches for solving complex and unforeseen problems encountered in applications related to the field and to produce solutions by taking responsibility. - To be able to lead in environments that require solving problems related to the field.
6) - To be able to systematically transfer the current developments in the field and his/her own studies to the groups in and out of the field in written, oral and visual ways by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. - To be able to examine and develop social relations and the norms that guide these relations from a critical point of view and to be able to take action to change them when necessary. - To be able to communicate orally and in writing in a foreign language at least at the B2 level of the European Language Portfolio. - To be able to use advanced information and communication technologies together with computer software at the level required by the field.

Relationship Between Course and Learning Outcome

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Medium 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To be able to develop and deepen their knowledge in the same or a different field at the level of expertise based on undergraduate level qualifications. To be able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field. 5
2) To be able to use the theoretical and practical knowledge at the level of expertise acquired in the field. - To be able to interpret and create new information by integrating the knowledge gained in the field with information from different disciplinary fields, - To be able to solve the problems encountered in the field by using research methods. 5
3) To be able to evaluate the knowledge and skills at the level of expertise acquired in the field with a critical approach and to be able to direct his/her learning. 5
4) - To be able to supervise and teach social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To be able to develop strategies, policies and implementation plans on issues related to the field and to evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. - To be able to use the knowledge, problem solving and/or application skills in the field in interdisciplinary studies. 5
5) - To be able to independently carry out a study that requires specialization in the field. - To be able to develop new strategic approaches for solving complex and unforeseen problems encountered in applications related to the field and to produce solutions by taking responsibility. - To be able to lead in environments that require solving problems related to the field. 5
6) - To be able to systematically transfer the current developments in the field and his/her own studies to the groups in and out of the field in written, oral and visual ways by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. - To be able to examine and develop social relations and the norms that guide these relations from a critical point of view and to be able to take action to change them when necessary. - To be able to communicate orally and in writing in a foreign language at least at the B2 level of the European Language Portfolio. - To be able to use advanced information and communication technologies together with computer software at the level required by the field. 5

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Anlatım
Beyin fırtınası /Altı şapka
Individual study and homework
Course
Grup çalışması ve ödevi
Homework
Rapor Yazma
Seminar
Soru cevap/ Tartışma
Örnek olay çalışması

Assessment and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)
Homework
Sunum
Örnek olay sunma

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Homework Assignments 1 20 20
Midterms 1 40 40
Final 1 40 40
Total Workload 198