Political Science and International Relations Department (FR)

The Department of Political Science and International Relations (French) is a field of study that examines the functioning of politics at national and international levels, both in the past and present. In the courses, students are provided with a detailed understanding of decision-making and implementation processes seen in different political systems through an interdisciplinary approach. The program also ensures that students grasp the value judgments, power partners, and the structuring and distribution of power that influence these processes. In today's world, where the phenomenon of globalization is strongly felt, the emergence of new actors on the political stage alongside states makes the discipline of political science and international relations even more important. This situation necessitates the development of a new vision for researching and analyzing current developments and evaluating different approaches, as well as the cultivation of individuals who can think critically, be creative, and produce solutions to problems. The undergraduate program in Political Science and International Relations (French) aims to train graduates who are equipped to evaluate issues that closely concern Turkey and the world and provide solutions to problems.

The Department of Political Science and International Relations (French) is a four-year undergraduate program within the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. To be a student in this department, one must graduate from the Equal Weight divisions of high schools. The medium of instruction for the program is 100% French. In today's constantly changing field of international relations, knowing French has become as important as knowing English. To meet this need, Yeditepe University has been training students with developed language skills for the Department of Political Science and International Relations through effective language education since 1996. Students who are not proficient in the language of instruction can continue their academic programs after successfully completing a one-year preparatory program. Students who certify their language proficiency with an exam score accepted by higher education institutions and those who pass the "Foreign Language Proficiency Exam" conducted by Yeditepe University are exempt from the preparatory class. Throughout their education, students take core courses that provide an in-depth understanding of the discipline of Political Science and International Relations, along with elective courses that allow them to specialize according to their interests.

The ranking for the Yeditepe University Department of Political Science and International Relations (French) varies each year based on the scores of the candidates who are admitted to the program. You can find the base scores, ranking, and quota information for Political Science and International Relations (French) on Yeditepe University's website.

You can find the fees for the Department of Political Science and International Relations (French) at the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences of Yeditepe University on this page.

Yeditepe University supports its students with various scholarship programs such as merit scholarships, administrative scholarships, and athlete scholarships. You can find detailed information about the scholarship opportunities for the Department of Political Science and International Relations (French) by visiting the Scholarship Opportunities page. From there, you can access the relevant page and review the departments and scholarship opportunities.

The undergraduate program in Political Science and International Relations (French) at Yeditepe University provides students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to examine developments in politics, security, sociology, diplomacy, law, and economics at both national and international levels. This program offers a contemporary, comprehensive, and high-quality education aimed at training experts who can evaluate the international relations network from a conceptual framework and stay informed about new developments. Core courses in Law, Economics, International Relations, Political Science, and Sociology are taught by an academic staff composed of Francophone instructors. Students who lack language proficiency start their academic program after receiving 30 hours per week of French language education in the preparatory classes. French language education also continues during the undergraduate program.

In today's world, where global competition is rapidly increasing, individuals are expected to be equipped with distinctive competencies. One of the most important of these competencies is achieving the highest level of foreign language proficiency. In the program, French, which students will use in both social and professional fields throughout their lives, is taught using effective and up-to-date methods. Students have the opportunity to develop their abilities to think, write, express themselves, and conduct research in both Turkish and French.

Yeditepe University offers its students opportunities such as scholarships, Erasmus and other student exchange programs, the chance to pursue double majors and minors, the possibility of continuing postgraduate education in France, and internships during their studies. The university aims to graduate students as individuals specialized in their fields. Students can take elective courses offered by an expert academic staff in various fields and focus on specialization courses according to their interests. Additionally, Yeditepe University's Department of Political Science and International Relations (French) has joined the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF), a community with 845 members, to increase its global recognition and provide scholarship opportunities for students in their postgraduate education.

The undergraduate program in Political Science and International Relations (French) supports an interdisciplinary knowledge base. Therefore, graduates who successfully complete their education can work in a wide range of professions both domestically and internationally in the public and private sectors. They can build careers in Non-Governmental Organizations, the United Nations, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Interior, the Undersecretariat of Foreign Trade, research companies, media organizations, local governments, and multinational companies. Additionally, they can serve as experts or consultants in political parties, banks, and other private companies. Students who continue with their master's and doctoral studies have the opportunity to work in universities.

Vision: To educate individuals who possess contemporary values, and have the ability to think, analyze, and synthesize in a foreign language, meeting national and international standards.

Mission: To cultivate individuals who embrace international contemporary values, are aware of societal responsibilities, reliable, capable of adding value to society with their knowledge, guiding society, open to innovations, entrepreneurial, culturally aware of international phenomena, and able to become leaders.

History: Since its establishment in 1996, Yeditepe University has offered education in French within the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. The founding Head of the Department in 1996 was Prof. Dr. Yaşar Gürbüz. The department started its education with a respectable academic staff and an initial quota of 25 students, which has now been adjusted to 23 students. The department graduated its first cohort in 2000. Students who learn French in the Preparatory Program begin their first year of the undergraduate program and continue to improve their language skills throughout their undergraduate studies. During their four-year undergraduate education, students are offered a variety of courses that allow them to graduate as specialized individuals in their fields. Building on the strength and experience of our students' success in their undergraduate education, the French International Relations Master's Program within our department, under the Social Sciences Institute, commenced education in the 2013-2014 Academic Year.

Our faculty, which has bilateral agreements with over 100 higher education institutions abroad, places great importance on student mobility. Since 2004, our department has been able to send and receive students to and from prestigious universities and Political Science Institutes in France within the scope of the Erasmus-Socrates Program. Our department has agreements with 8 French, 1 Macedonian, and 1 Hungarian universities. Our students can study for one semester or one year in France, Macedonia, and Hungary.

Additionally, students coming to our department can choose courses from different departments of our institution. Within the scope of these agreements, the current list of universities where our department's students can complete a part of their education is provided below. You can see our department's course list and ECTS credits on the page (https://iibf.yeditepe.edu.tr/en/political-science-and-international-relations-department-fr/courses).

To apply for the international exchange program and to get detailed information, you can visit the website of Yeditepe University's International Office (https://international.yeditepe.edu.tr/en) or contact our department coordinator.

Erasmus Coordinator

Dr. Cem Savaş

E-mail: cem.savas@yeditepe.edu.tr

Phone: +90 216 578 00 00 / 3222

Within the scope of the Bologna Process, the ECTS credit values of all courses in the curriculum of the Department of Political Science and International Relations (French) have been determined. Click here for the Program Information Package of the Department of Political Science and International Relations (French).

Students enrolled in the Department of Political Science and International Relations (French) can also pursue a double major in International Trade and Business, Law, and Economics departments to obtain a second diploma. In minor programs, students who demonstrate the necessary success in their main undergraduate programs can apply to the relevant Faculty Deanships to complete the registration process and receive an additional certificate in a different field they wish to specialize in. You can obtain all the necessary information regarding the additional course load, quotas, and application conditions within the framework of the double major and minor programs from your department's double major/minor coordinator.

1. Why French?

Because French is one of the leading languages with international validity. Whether it’s due to those who speak it or French History and Culture, French has always been significant and has maintained its place in the world.

2. Should I study this program in English or French?

In today's world, to be a global citizen, it is necessary to know at least two foreign languages. English is the most important international language in this context. French is also one of the leading languages. French is the official language of various international organizations and diplomacy. Therefore, studying this program in French will undoubtedly provide you with an advantage. Additionally, through the elective courses in our curriculum, you can improve your English proficiency while also gaining academic French knowledge.

3. I don’t know any French, is it difficult? Can I learn it in one year?

In the Turkish education system, the foundation for a foreign language is built through English education. Being familiar with this structure makes learning another language easier. Even if you are not proficient in English, because you have a foundation in English, learning French in one year will not be difficult.

4. With the French I will learn, will I be able to follow the undergraduate courses?

Our French Preparatory Program is directly affiliated with our department. The department’s instructors prepare you for the department's courses. The program is determined according to the language framework of the Council of Europe: In the first semester, you acquire basic French knowledge at the A1-A2 beginner levels. If successful, in the second semester, you prepare for the department with an introduction to French terms you will encounter in the B1-B2 levels. If you successfully complete the levels in both semesters, you will reach a level of French proficiency that allows you to follow undergraduate courses. Additionally, in the first 4 semesters of your undergraduate education, you will continue to improve your French language proficiency with academic French courses related to the discipline of Political Science and International Relations.

5. Are all undergraduate courses in French?

Except for Rectorate courses such as Turkish Language and Revolution History, Civilization History, general culture courses (?), law courses that directly touch on the Turkish context, and other regional courses, all courses in the department are conducted in French.

6. I have a background in French, can I directly enter the department?

Initially, you need to take a French language proficiency test to demonstrate that your language level is sufficient (DELF B2). Those who already have a DELF B2 (60/100) diploma and present this document to the French Preparatory Coordination are also directly admitted to the department.

7. Do you accept students from France?

Yes, we have both Turkish and foreign students coming to our department from France regularly through the International Office. Any student who has passed the BAC in France is accepted through the foreign student quota: These students have the right to directly enter the department.

8. Can students transfer to your department from abroad?

Transfers (horizontal or vertical) to our department are made if the conditions specified in the YÖK regulations are met.

9. Are internship and thesis courses mandatory?

Yes, internship and thesis courses are mandatory and are among the main graduation requirements. You are expected to first gain field experience through an internship and report this experience in French. Subsequently, you are expected to write your undergraduate thesis in French and defend it in front of a jury in French. Graduating by completing an internship and writing a thesis is always an advantage for you. This way, you graduate ready for both professional life and an academic career.

10. Do I have the chance to take courses from another department?

Our undergraduate program is enriched not only with mandatory core courses but also with various in-department and elective courses. It is possible to take courses that interest you or arouse your curiosity from both the department and different departments or faculties throughout your undergraduate education.