Theories of Integration and Eu
European Union Politics and International Relations
Institute of Social Sciences
Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theories of Integration and Eu | ABS108 | Compulsory | Master's degree | 1 | Spring | 5 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Associate Prof. Dr. Mehlika Özlem SÖNMEZ
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Evaluate the integration theories.
2) Explain the development of international relations theories.
3) Analyze the basic assumptions on both liberal intergovernmentalism and neo-functionalism.
4) Interpret current issues and theoretical debates on European integration.
5) Discuss whether the theory is fully compatible with integration movements in both economic and political dimension.
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
| Program Competencies | |||
| 1 | 2 | ||
| Learning Outcomes | |||
| 1 | High | High | |
| 2 | High | High | |
| 3 | High | High | |
| 4 | High | High | |
| 5 | High | High | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
None
Course Contents
This course equips candidates with in-depth knowledge on federalism, functionalism, neofunctionalism, liberalism, intergovernmentalism, realism and institutionalizm.
Weekly Schedule
1) Definition of the European Union2) Theories on Economic Integration
3) Theories on Customs Union and Common Market
4) Realism
5) Liberal Intergovenmentalism and Integration
6) English School
7) Theory of Decision Making and Integration
8) Midterm Examination/Assessment
9) Marxism and Integration
10) Paper Presentation
11) Capitalistic World Order Theory and Integration
12) Social Consructivism and Integration
13) Fenimism and Integration
14) Peace Studies and Integration
15) Paper Presentation
16) Final Examination
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade |
30% |
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Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
70% |
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Total | 100% | |||||||||||
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required