Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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SBU439 | RUSSIAN POLITICS AND FOREIGN POLICY | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | Turkish |
Level of the Course Unit : | BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
Type of the Course : | Elective |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
Coordinator of the Course Unit | Assoc.Prof. SARP BAĞCAN |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | This course aims to introduce keystones of Russia’s foreign and defence policy with the diplomatic tradition brought by Russia from past to present, and elements, medias and difficulties encountered by Russia in the foreign policy goal settings. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | Content of the course include the history of Russia in diplomatic arena, its processes in previous centuries, factors shaping the foreign policy of Russia today, goals and limitations shaping the Russian foreign policy. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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Interpret current process of Russian foreign policy |
Explain factors, limitations and goals shaping Russian foreign policy |
Analyze the relationship with Russia and other countries by evaluating the Russian foreign policy within its historical process |
Evaluate a case politically by using statements and analyses in Russian foreign policy |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | - | Introduction | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
2 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Factors Shaping Russian Foreign Policy | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
3 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Indicative Actors, Institutions and Criterions from Past to Today | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
4 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Indicating Russian National Interests in and After USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) Period | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
5 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Putin’s Ideas on Russian Foreign Policy | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
6 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Geopolitical Position and Energy Policies of Russia | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
7 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Russia’s Relations with the West | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Russia’s Relations with the West | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
10 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | The Concept of Russia’s Military and Soft Power Usage | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
11 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Hybrid War Concept and Rise of Nationalism | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
12 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Russia - NATO Relations, Georgia’s Intervention | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
13 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Russia’s Intervention in Ukraine | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
14 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Military Expedition in Syria | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
15 | Reading the related subject in the coursebook | Transatlantic Relations | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Tsygankov, A. P. (2016), Russia’s Foreign Policy: Continuity and Change in National Identity, Fourth Edition, Rowman and Littlefield, Londra, BK. |
Trenin, D. (2016), Should we Fear Russia?, Cambridge, UK: Polity Press. |
Ormeci, O., Kisacik, S. (2018), Rusya Siyaseti ve Rus Dis Politikasi, Seckin Publications. |
ÜLGER, İ. K. (2015). Putin'in Ülkesi Yeni Yüzyıl Eşiğinde Rusya Federasyonu Analizi. Ankara. Seçkin Yayınevi |
Caşın, M. H. (2014). Rus İmparatorluk Stratejisi. |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Describe basic communication theories with the knowledge gained in public relations and publicity.
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List the main features of communication in items.
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Interpret the basic characteristics of communication and create a creative solution to ensure reconciliation in an existing communication problem.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
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Use the basic information in the field of Public Relations and Publicity in interdisciplinary studies.
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Evaluate the knowledge related to social and natural sciences and produce projects in professional life.
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Tell the basic concepts of public relations and advertising in detail.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Analyze and evaluate social events at national and international level in the light of current debates.
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Use the leadership, communication and presentation skills in occupational events.
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SKILLS |
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Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Follow the innovations in the field of communication and important written and oral communication tools related to the field.
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Write press releases for the purpose of introducing the institution he/she works at or owns.
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Create communication programs within the public relations and advertising campaign.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Use published domestic and foreign data sources related to public relations and advertising in the field of communication and communication area in his / her own works such as articles and projects.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Evaluate the planning processes of past communication programs, public relations and advertising practices.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Use communication techniques in the right place, environment and time.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Plan communication programs in the awareness of ethical values in the professional work.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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Type of the Learning Activites | Learning Activities (# of week) | Duration (hours, h) | Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 13 | 5 | 65 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Assignment (Homework) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Project Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Technical Visit | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Web Based Learning | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Implementation/Application/Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Practice at a workplace | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Occupational Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Social Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Thesis Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Report Writing | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Final Exam | 1 | 12 | 12 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 31 | 0 | 131 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 131 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 5,1 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |