Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1VFT149Türkiye-EU Relations I3+0+03620.11.2024

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Associate Degree
Department / Program Foreign Trade (English)
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course This course has two primary objectives:
(1) To provide undergraduate students with a solid background of Türkiye- European Union (EU) relations.
(2) To equip students with the analytical skills necessary to be able to discuss main debates with respect to Türkiye-EU relations from various perspectives.
Course Content This course offers a comprehensive examination of the relationship between Türkiye and the EU by tracing its evolution from the beginning of the first membership application of Türkiye in 1959 to contemporary times. Students will delve into the historical milestones, political dynamics, economic interactions, and social implications that have shaped Turkey-EU relations.
Course Methods and Techniques Lecture, in-class discussions with the lecturer’s moderation.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Instructor Sibel Karabel
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources MARK V. KAUPPI GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY PAUL R. VIOTTI, INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS THEORY, ROWMAN&LITTLEFIELD, 2024
Documents Ansgar Belke, “Turkey and the EU: On the Costs and Benefits of Integrating a Small but Dynamic Economy”, Intereconomics, Volume 39 (6), November/December 2004. Beken Saatçioğlu and Funda Tekin, Turkey and the European Union: Key Dynamics Future Scenarios, Nomos, 2021. Brian White, Understanding European Foreign Policy, Palgrave, 1993. Çiğdem Nas and Yonca Özer, Turkey and EU Integration: Achievements and Obstacles, Routledge, 2017.

Course Category
Social Sciences %30
Field %70

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 40
Attendance 1 % 20
Final examination 1 % 40
Total
3
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 5 70
Mid-terms 1 15 15
Final examination 1 25 25
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 6 152

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Students will be able to critically assess the historical context of Türkiye-EU relations with respect to different dimesions such as economic, political and cultural.
2 To analyze the enlargement process of the EU and relate it to Türkiye.
3 To become familiar with the contemporary international debates regarding the EU, and Türkiye-EU relations.
4 To evaluate the social and cultural implications of Turkey's EU relations.
5 Discuss contemporary issues and future prospects of Turkey-EU relations

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction
2 Introduction to the course: Definition of the European Union (EU) from the perspective of international relations. Is the EU a state or an international organization or a sui generis entity? Chapter Reading Required readings: White: (18-25)
3 The historical context of Türkiye-EU relations: From 1959 First Application to Membership to 1963 Ankara Agreement Chapter Reading Required readings: (Nas &Özer: 12-23).
4 The Importance and Features of Ankara Agreement Chapter Reading Required readings: (Nas &Özer: 12-23).
5 1970 Additional Protocol and Economic Develeopments, Tariffs and Timetables Chapter Reading Required readings: (Nas &Özer: 28-40).
6 The historical context of Türkiye-EU relations: From From 1970 Additional Protocol to 1995 Customs Union Chapter Reading Required readings: (Nas &Özer: 28-40). Supplementary material: Newspapers and magazines provided by the lecturer
7 Wrap-up before Midterm Chapter Reading
8 Detailed Examination of Customs Union - Required readings: (Nas &Özer: 28-40).
9 The historical context of Türkiye-EU relations: From From 1997 Luxembourg Summit to 1999 Helsinki Summit Chapter Reading Required readings: (Nas &Özer: 53-59).
10 Important Economic and Political Developments Between 1997 and 1999 Summits Criticisms of international financial institutions: Transparency, accountability, and representation Proposals for reform: IMF quota system, World Bank development strategies, and WTO dispute resolution Emerging economies' push for reform: China and India’s role in reshaping global governance Chapter Reading Required readings: (Nas &Özer: 53-59).
11 Copenhagen Criteria and Türkiye's place in the Enlargement Process Chapter Reading
12 The historical context of Türkiye-EU relations: 2000’s Important Developments Reform Agenda Chapter Reading Required readings: (Nas &Özer: 60-69).
13 Economic and Political Developments after 2005 Decision on Full Membership Chapter Reading Required readings: (Saatçioğlu& Tekin: 189-206)
14 General Assesment of the Semester for Final Exam Chapter Reading
15 Final Exam -

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12
C1 4 4
C2 4
C3 4
C4 4 5 4 3
C5 4

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