Information Package / Course Catalogue
Communication Skills in International Relations
Course Code: ULU260
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

It is aimed for students to recognize their strengths and areas of improvement in communication and thus increase their personal and corporate success. The course aims to develop students' thinking, analysis and discussion skills regarding communication.

Course Content

This course focuses on developing effective communication skills in international relations. Students will practice intercultural presentation techniques, preparing persuasive speeches on diplomatic issues, and communicating effectively in crisis situations. Additionally, practical studies will be carried out on making professional presentations and using visual materials in interaction with the media.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Having knowledge about basic concepts related to communication
2.Ability to develop verbal, non-verbal (body language), written, visual and electronic communication skills
3.Knowing and being able to apply communication types
4.Ability to define the role of perception in communication
5.Expressing yourself creatively and innovatively
Recommended or Required Reading
1.AKÇAY, Emrah, Külahıma Anlat, İstanbul, Abaküs Yayınları, 2017.
2.İSKE, John, İletişim Çalışmalarına Giriş, Ankara, Ark Yayınları, 1996.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction and Basic Communication Skills
Week 2 - Theoretical
Small group presentations and introductions
Week 3 - Theoretical
Diplomatic Language and Persuasion Techniques
Week 4 - Theoretical
Body Language and Communication
Week 5 - Theoretical
Case Studies
Week 6 - Theoretical
Student Presentations and Feedback
Week 7 - Theoretical
Student Presentations and Feedback
Week 8 - Theoretical
Student Presentations and Feedback
Week 9 - Theoretical
Student Presentations and Feedback
Week 10 - Theoretical
Student Presentations and Feedback
Week 11 - Theoretical
Student Presentations and Feedback
Week 12 - Theoretical
Student Presentations and Feedback
Week 13 - Theoretical
Student Presentations and Feedback
Week 14 - Theoretical
Student Presentations and Feedback
Week 15 - Final Exam
Finals
Week 16 - Final Exam
Finals
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures1%20
Practice1%60
Report1%20
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory144398
Individual Work210224
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)122
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
OÇ-1
2
2
2
4
2
3
2
3
OÇ-2
2
2
2
4
2
4
2
4
OÇ-3
2
2
2
4
2
3
2
3
OÇ-4
2
2
2
4
2
4
2
3
OÇ-5
3
3
3
5
3
5
2
4
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026