Academic Catalog

IR345 TURKISH FOREIGN POLICY I

Course Code: 3140345
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 8.0
Department: International Relations
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Course Coordinator: Prof.Dr. HÜSEYÝN BAÐCI
Offered Semester: Fall Semesters.

Course Content

The course aims to identify and analyze various factors contributing to Turkish Foreign Policy orientation. While the main focus of this course is the political dynamics and issues of Turkish foreign policy after World War II\the problems and determinants of Turkish foreign policy between 1919-1945, with reference to past experiences and geopolitical imperatives placing certain constraints on the state`s decision makers, will also be briefly discussed.