Bachelor in Political Science & International Relations

Undergraduate (Bachelor's Degree) program in Political Science and International Relations (in English) (First Cycle in QF-EHEA and 6th level in TYYÇ ) is an academically-oriented program giving access to degree and non-degree research program and professional practice demanding high levels of knowledge and skills.

Aims

The basic aim of the Political Sciences and International Relations Department of the Istanbul Aydin University is to supply perfectly equipped professionals to the public sector or private sector institutions which require the effective contribution of the experts trained in political sciences and international relations in their respective areas of professional works.

Objectives

The objective of the program is to train graduates who are competent on the history of the international system and the stages it underwent, the economic, political, legal structure and operation of the system, the relations between the states forming the international system, and Turkey’s position within this system.

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Upon successful completion of the program designed in accordance with the aims and objectives of the program and the program learning outcomes in terms of knowledge, skills and competencies given below, students/learners will be able to:

Knowledge

1. Comprehend the political science theories and practices.
2. Comprehend the theories and practices of international relations.
3. Identify the basic principles and concepts of management science.
4. Use basic legal knowledge within the discipline of political science and international relations.
5. Use general knowledge of economics and green economics within the discipline of political science and international relations.
6. Comprehend the political history of Turkey and of the world.
7. Relate the discipline of political science and international relations with sociology.
8. Analyze the structure and functioning of international organizations.
9. Analyze global and international issues.

Skills

1. Analyze the State structure of Turkey.
2. Prepare reports according to academic and professional expectations.
3. Relate the concepts of political science and international relations with the concepts of other disciplines.
4. Prepare a proper report within the discipline.
5. Prepare structured plans within the discipline.
6. Develop strategical solutions within the discipline.

Personal & occupational competencies in terms of each of the following groups:

Our graduates can be employed in the Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Strategic Research Centers, national and international public or private institutions. Career opportunities involving national and international political and administrative processes are also available.