General Information about the Course

Course Code:	PSP209
Course Title:	Constitutional Law
Course Semester:	3. Semester / Fall
Course Credits:	Theoretical Practical Labs Credit ECTS 3 0 0 3 5
Language of instruction:	EN
Prerequisite of the course:	No
Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:	No
Type of course:	Necessary
Level of course:	Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Course Lecturer(s):	Ress. Asst. Dr Oğuzhan Manioğlu
Course Assistants:

Purpose and content of the course

Course Objectives:	To understand constitutional developments and fundamental rights and freedoms; to analyze issues related to the constitutional order
Course Objective:	To gain an understanding of constitutional law and the concept of a constitution, constituent powers, forms of government, systems of government, theories of democracy, constitutional developments during the Republican Era, the executive branch, the legislative branch, the judicial branch, constitutional adjudication, and the European Court of Human Rights.
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)

1) Understand constitutional developments and fundamental rights and freedoms.

2) Know the basic principles of the Constitution.

Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)

1) Analyze problems related to constitutional order in light of what he/she has learned.

Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)

1) Solve concrete events by learning basic concepts of human rights law he can bring it.

Course Topics

Week	Subject
Related Preparation	Pekiştirme
1)	Constitutional Law and Constitution Concept
2)	Constituent Powers
3)	Concept of State
4)	Forms of State
5)	Democracy and Rule of Law
5)	Government Systems
6)	Theories of Democracy
7)	Fundamental Rights and Freedoms
8)	Constitutional Developments in the Republican Era
9)	Legislative Branch
10)	Executive Branch and Regulatory Actions
11)	Judicial Branch (Turkish judicial system)
12)	Constitutional Judiciary (Constitutional Court)
13)	European Court of Human Rights Judiciary
14)	Overall Assessment
References: Melih Uğraş Erol (2023), Turkish Constitutional Law – Turkish Administrative Law, Seçkin Yayıncılık Ergun Özbudun & Bülent Yücel (2018), Anayasa Hukuku, Anadolu Üniversitesi Yayınları. Vakur Versan (1964), "Evolution of the Rule of Law and the New Constitution of Turkey", Pakistan Horizon , Cilt 17, Sayı: 2, ss. 122-129. Can Tuncay (1992), "New Turkish Constitutional Law System", İstanbul Üniversitesi Siyasal Bilgiler Fakültesi Dergisi, Sayı: 2, ss. 423-452. Ergun Özbudun (2006), "Political origins of the Turkish constitutional court and the problem of democratic legitimacy", European Public Law, Cilt 12, Sayı: 2, ss. 213-223.

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	3	4
Program Outcomes
1) Possess theoretical knowledge in the fields of political science, public administration, political history, economics, and law. Is able to compare these disciplines and express analyses effectively in written form. Monitors national and international developments in the field of Political Science and Public Administration and demonstrates knowledge of its fundamental issues and challenges.	3	3	3	3
2) Utilize the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Political Science and Public Administration to analyze, compare, identify, and interpret data, facts, and problems, and to develop alternative solutions. Is capable of applying both qualitative and quantitative social science research methods.	2	2	3	3
3) Develop a strong sense of responsibility toward society, the social environment, and oneself.	3	2	2	3
4) Conduct independent studies on issues related to the field of Political Science and Public Administration.	1	1	2	2
5) Employ effectively research methodologies, analytical thinking skills, and disciplinary knowledge in the field.	2	2	3	3
6) Demonstrate the ability to critically and objectively evaluate concepts, theories, and global issues.	3	2	3	3
7) Develop strategies and public policy recommendations through case-based analyses.	1	1	2	3
8) Possess the ability to conduct interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary analyses, establish connections among different branches of the social sciences, and communicate effectively in at least one foreign language at a level sufficient for professional purposes.	2	2	2	2
9) Communicate analytical findings and research outcomes effectively through various formats, including academic articles, reports, and presentations.	1		2	2
10) Adapt successfully to professional, academic, and civil society environments.	2	1	2	2
11) Demonstrate awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture, the preservation of cultural values, environmental sustainability, and occupational health and safety.	3	3	2	3

Course Teaching, Learning Methods

Q & A
Case Problem Solving/ Drama- Role/ Case Management
Laboratory
Quantitative Problem Solving
Fieldwork
Group Study / Assignment
Individual Assignment
WEB-based Learning
Internship
Practice in Field
Project Preparation
Report Writing
Seminar
Supervision
Social Activity
Occupational Activity
Occupational Trip
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment et.)
Reading
Thesis Preparation
Field Study
Student Club and Council Activities
Other
Logbook
Interview and Oral Conversation
Research
Watching a movie
Bibliography preparation
Oral, inscribed and visual knowledge production
Taking photographs
Sketching
Mapping and marking
Reading maps
Copying textures
Creating a library of materials
Presentation

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance		% 0
Laboratory		% 0
Application		% 0
Practice Exam		% 0
Quizzes		% 0
Homework Assignments		% 0
Presentation		% 0
Project		% 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)		% 0
Field Study		% 0
Article Critical		% 0
Article Writing		% 0
Module Group Study		% 0
Brainstorming		% 0
Role Playing + Dramatizing		% 0
Out of Class Study		% 0
Preliminary Work, Reinforcement		% 0
Application Repetition etc.		% 0
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)		% 0
Project Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Report Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting		% 0
Oral examination		% 0
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
Practical Final		% 0
Report Submission		% 0
Bütünleme		% 0
Bütünleme Pratik		% 0
Kanaat Notu		% 0
Committee		% 0
Yazma Ödev Dosyası		% 0
Portfolio		% 0
Take-Home Exam		% 0
Logbook		% 0
Participation		% 0
Discussion		% 0
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Calculation of Workload and ECTS Credits

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Laboratory
Application
Practice Exam
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class	14	42
Article Critical
Article Writing
Module Group Study
Brainstorming
Role Playing + Dramatizing
Out-of-Class Study (Pre-study, Reinforcement, Practice Review, etc.)	14	14
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)
Project Preparation + Presentation
Report Preparation + Presentation
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting
Oral examination
Preparing for Midterm Exams	6	30
MIDTERM EXAM (Visa)
Preparing for the General Exam	6	30
GENERAL EXAM (Final)
Participation
Discussion
Portfolio
Take-Home Exam
Logbook
Total Workload		158
ECTS (30 saat = 1 AKTS )		5