CAU360
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INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (ENGLISH) PROGRAMME
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Name of the Course Unit Code Year Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
GLOBAL ENERGY POLITICS INR433 4 8 3+0 3.0 6.0


General Information
Language of Instruction English
Level of the Course Unit Bachelor's Degree, TYYÇ: Level 6, EQF-LLL: Level 6, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course Programme Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit Face-to-face
Work Placement(s) Requirement for the Course Unit Yes
Coordinator of the Course Unit Dr. SİNA KISACIK
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit Dr. SİNA KISACIK
Assistant(s) of the Course Unit

Prerequisites and/or co-requisities of the course unit
CATEGORY OF THE COURSE UNIT
Category of the Course Unit Degree of Contribution (%)
Fundamental Course in the field % 25
Course providing specialised skills to the main field % 25
Course providing supportive skills to the main field % 25
Course providing humanistic, communication and management skills % 15
Course providing transferable skills % 10

Objectives and Contents
Objectives of the Course Unit Course Description: Introducing the major conceptual issues within the framework of global energy policies principally energy security, demand security, oil, coal, natural gas, nuclear energy, renewable energy as well as the wide-range energy security policies of noteworthy energy holding and producing countries namely Russia, USA, Central Asia as well as huge energy demanding countries specifically Türkiye, China and such regional institutions as the European Union. Having energy resources and accessing them have been very important issues since beginning of human history. Within this context, energy issue has similarly been the sources of cooperation and collaboration between states and international organizations in the modern world. In this framework, states and international institutions have been focusing more on developing policies towards ensuring their energy securities and trying to balance their energy mixes. By taking into consideration this context, this course encompasses the fundamental issues in term of global energy politics in the 21st century by concentrating on region-wide and international-wide case studies. This course targets to gain insights and in-depth knowledge with regard to the crucial parameters in terms of global energy politics within the contemporary world. Course Objectives: 1. To familiarize the students with the fundamental parameters of energy security in the world. 2. To comprehend the critically important sources of energy mixes for both the producing countries as well as demanding countries. 3. To realize supply security policies of energy holding and producing countries as well as to learn in-depth demand security of energy hungry countries. 4. To analyze in-depth the most significant energy security issues for both energy producing countries and for energy demanding countries through various selected case studies. 5. To assess the effects of political instabilities & crises over the comprehensive energy security policies of energy producing and also energy demanding countries in the modern world. 6. To recognize the new issues and regions that are prioritized by the energy producing & demanding countries as well as international institutions namely renewable energy, clean energy, Eastern Mediterranean and Arctic Region so on.
Contents of the Course Unit 1. Introduction of the Course 2.Fundamental Parameters of the Energy Security Policies in the 21st Century 3.The Energy Security Policies of the Russian Federation in the 21st Century 4.The Energy Security Policies of the European Union in the 21st Century 5.The Energy Security Policies of the United States of America in the 21st Century 6. The Energy Security Policies of the People’s Republic of China in the 21st Century 7. Mid-term Examination 8.The Energy Security Policies of the Republic of Turkey in the 21st Century 9. The Energy Geopolitics of Eastern Mediterranean in the 21st Century 10. The Energy Geopolitics of Caucasia in the 21st Century 11. The Energy Geopolitics of Central Asia in the 21st Century and Second Assessment (Summary, Analysis and Presentation of an Academic Paper/Publication) 12. The Energy Geopolitics of Arctic Region in the 21st Century 13. The Energy Geopolitics of Gulf Region in the 21st Century 14. Final Examination
Contribution of the Course Intending to Provide the Professional Education Introducing the major conceptual issues within the framework of global energy policies principally energy security, demand security, oil, coal, natural gas, nuclear energy, renewable energy as well as the wide-range energy security policies of noteworthy energy holding and producing countries namely Russia, USA, Central Asia as well as huge energy demanding countries specifically Türkiye, China and such regional institutions as the European Union. Having energy resources and accessing them have been very important issues since beginning of human history. Within this context, energy issue has similarly been the sources of cooperation and collaboration between states and international organizations in the modern world. In this framework, states and international institutions have been focusing more on developing policies towards ensuring their energy securities and trying to balance their energy mixes. By taking into consideration this context, this course encompasses the fundamental issues in term of global energy politics in the 21st century by concentrating on region-wide and international-wide case studies. This course targets to gain insights and in-depth knowledge with regard to the crucial parameters in terms of global energy politics within the contemporary world. By taking into account this framework; the following objectives will be helpful for the students in terms of the Contribution of the Course Intending to Provide the Professional Education; Learning Objectives: 1. Key conceptualizations in terms of the energy security within the contemporary world specifically energy security (supply security, demand security), critical infrastructure protection, oil, natural gas, coal, renewable energy, nuclear energy. Why they are critically important in terms of ensuring energy security within the framework of global energy politics? 2. All-inclusive energy security strategies of the leading energy holding and producing countries that are very influential on the implementation of global energy politics in the 21st century primarily the Russian Federation, United States of America, Middle East, Caucasia and Central Asia (Turkistan) regions. 3. Examine the core energy security parameters of world’s huge energy demanding countries such as Republic of Türkiye, People’s Republic of China as well as the world’s greatest energy demanding regional successful integration case namely the European Union. 4. Scrutinise the major energy security issues for both energy producing and demanding countries while they are firstly determining and then implementing their energy security policies in the modern sense. 5. The impacts of political insecurities & catastrophes on the wide-ranging energy security policies of energy producing and also energy demanding countries in the contemporary world. 6. Classify the emergence and rising of fresh issues within the context of energy security in the global energy politics principally clean energy, green energy, decarbonization, renewable energy, nuclear energy, sustainable development, Eastern Mediterranean and Arctic regions. 7. How the militarization of energy security questions is affecting / will affect both regional energy politics and global energy politics? 8. How can the states and the regional organizations achieve more balanced energy security policies in the modern world? 9. Scrutinize the complex nature of the relationships between energy producing countries and energy demanding countries by focusing on noticeable energy transportation projects specifically pipelines, Liquefied Natural Gas, nuclear energy power plants, renewable energy and so on.

No
 Key Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to:
1 Explain the key concepts and dimensions of global energy politics, including energy security, supply, and demand.
2 Analyze the energy policies of major energy-producing and energy-consuming states and regional actors.
3 Analyze the relationship between energy resources, geopolitics, and international security dynamics.
4 Evaluate the impact of political instability and global crises on energy markets and policies.
5 Assess emerging issues in global energy politics, including renewable energy, decarbonization, and sustainability.
6 Analyze the role of energy infrastructure and transportation systems in shaping international relations.
7 Evaluate strategies for achieving balanced and sustainable energy security policies.
8 Apply International Relations theories to interpret contemporary developments in global energy politics.

Learning Activities & Teaching Methods of the Course Unit
Learning Activities & Teaching Methods of the Course Unit

Weekly Course Contents and Study Materials for Preliminary & Further Study
Week Topics (Subjects) Preparatory & Further Activities
1 Introduction of the Course No file found
2 Fundamental Parameters of the Energy Security Policies in the 21st
Century		 No file found
3 The Energy Security Policies of the Russian Federation in the 21st
Century		 No file found
4 The Energy Security Policies of the European Union in the 21st
Century		 No file found
5 The Energy Security Policies of the United States of America in the
21st Century		 No file found
6 The Energy Security Policies of the People’s Republic of China in
the 21st Century		 No file found
7 Mid-term Examination No file found
8 The Energy Security Policies of the Republic of Turkey in the 21st
Century		 No file found
9 The Energy Geopolitics of Eastern Mediterranean in the 21st Century No file found
10 The Energy Geopolitics of Caucasia in the 21st Century No file found
11 The Energy Geopolitics of Central Asia in the 21st Century and
Second Assessment (Summary, Analysis and Presentation of an
Academic Paper/Publication)		 No file found
12 The Energy Geopolitics of Arctic Region in the 21st Century No file found
13 The Energy Geopolitics of Gulf Region in the 21st Century No file found
14 Final Examination No file found

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
1-Textbook: “Global Energy and Geopolitical Transformation”, Editors: Sina Kısacık and Ferdi

Güçyetmez, İstanbul: İdeal Kültür Yayıncılık, 2022.

“International Energy Policies”, Editor: Giray Saynur Derman, Newcastle: Cambridge

Scholars Publishing, 2022.

“Organization of Turkic States: Politics, Economics, Cultural Collaborations and 2040

Vision”, Editors: Yılmaz Ulvi Uzun and Hakan Kaya, Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık,

2023.

Further Reading: *Every week of the course, the related reading materials will be provided by the

instructor to the students either in hard copy and soft copy forms in Turkish and

English based on the topic to be discussed. Related reading materials will also

be recommended to the students. Students can offer and share related materials

on the discussed topic.

* “Conflict Areas in the Caucasus and Central Asia”, Editors: Göktürk Tüysüzoğlu and

Arda Özkan, Lanham: Lexington Books, 2022.

*“The Changing Perspectives and ‘New’ Geopolitics of The Caucasus in the 21st

Century”, Editors: Serdar Yılmaz and Murat Yorulmaz, Ankara: Astana

Yayınları, 2021.

* “The Changing Perspectives of Central Asia in the 21st Century”, Editors: Murat

Yorulmaz & Serdar Yılmaz, İstanbul: Kriter Yayınevi, 2020.

* Kısacık, Sina, “Chapter 14: Understanding the 21st Century’s Specific Eurasian

Regional Security and Energy Security Parameters in the Turkish-American

Relationship: A Case Study on South Caucasus and Central Asia”, in Historical

Examinations and Current Issues in Turkish-American Relations, Editors:

Hüseyin Işıksal and Ozan Örmeci, Berlin: Peter Lang, 2020, pp. 347-378.

* Kısacık, Sina, “Understanding The Sui Generis Energy Security Parameters of the

Black Sea and Their Possible Impact on the Aegean Sea in the 21st Century”, in

Ege Jeopolitiği Cilt II, Editors: Hasret Çomak, Burak Şakir Şeker, Dimitrios

Ioannidis, Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık, 2020, pp. 1226-1253.

* Kısacık, Sina, “How Will The Existing and Probable Eastern Mediterranean Energy

Security Parameters Affect The Eurasian and Aegean Sea Energy Geopolitics in

the 21st Century?” in Ege Jeopolitiği Cilt II, Editors: Hasret Çomak, Burak Şakir

Şeker, Dimitrios Ioannidis, Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık, 2020, pp.

1254-1273.

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* Kısacık, Sina, “The East-Med Natural Gas Pipeline Project: Will It Increase

Regional Tensions or End Up With the Realization of Other Transportation

Alternatives in the East-Med Region?”, in Contemporary Research Topics in the

Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus II, Editors: Rukiye Kilili, Mehmet N.

Cizrelioğulları and Tuğrul Günay, Ankara: Gazi Kitabevi, 2022, pp. 25-42.

*Kısacık, Sina, “The Noteworthy Regional Energy Security Initiatives of Turkey in

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Period: Just Being a Transit State or More Than That?”,

in Turkish Foreign Policy during JDP Era: Regional Coexistence and Global

Cooperation, Editors: Tayyar Arı and Mesut Hakkı Caşın, Berlin: Peter Lang

GmbH, 2021, pp. 159-182.

* Kısacık, Sina, “Existing and Prospective Central Paradigms of Eastern

Mediterranean Energy Geopolitics in The 21st Century: Do / Will All The

Related Parties Seek For Collaborations or Confrontations?”, in Global

Maritime Geopolitics, Editors: Hasret Çomak, Burak Şakir Şeker and Mehlika

Özlem Ultan, Transnational Press London, 2022, pp. 231-267.

* Örmeci, Ozan and Kısacık, Sina, “Cutting the Gordian Knot: Turkish Foreign

Policy Towards Cyprus During AK Party Era (2002–2020)”, STUDIA I

ANALIZY NAUK O POLITYCE (Studies and Analyses of Political Science), Vol.

1 (2020), pp. 21-64, Available at:

https://czasopisma.kul.pl/sanp/article/view/9838/8309.

* Caşın, Mesut Hakkı and Kısacık, Sina, “Understanding The New Russian Energy

Policy After The Crimean Crisis: A Case Study on Turkstream, Power of Siberia,

and Nord Stream 2 Natural Gas Projects”, UPA Strategic Affairs, Vol: 2, Issue:

1, March 2021, pp. 206-255, Available at:

https://dergipark.org.tr/tr/download/article-file/1646257.

* Daniel Yergin, The New Map: Energy, Climate, and The Clash of Nations, (Great

Britain: Allan Lane, 2020). First Edition.

* Agnia Grigas, The New Geopolitics of Natural Gas, (Cambridge, Massachusetts:

Harvard University Press, 2017). First Edition.

* “Turkish-French Relations: History, Present, and the Future”, Editors: Aurélien

Denizeau and Ozan Örmeci, Switzerland: Springer Nature, 2022. Contributions

to International Relations

MATERIAL SHARING
Course Notes
INR 433 THE FIRST MAIN COURSE TEXT BOOK
INR 433 THE SECOND MAIN COURSE TEXT BOOK
INR 433 THE THIRD MAIN COURSE TEXT BOOK
INR 433 THE FOURTH MAIN COURSE TEXT BOOK
INR 433 THE FIFTH MAIN COURSE TEXT BOOK
Presentations No file found
Homework No file found
Exam Questions & Solutions No file found
Useful Links No file found
Video and Visual Materials No file found
Other No file found
Announcements No file found

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Students will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the historical evolution, core concepts, and major theoretical approaches in international relations and political science. X
2 Students will acquire knowledge of global political, economic, and legal structures, as well as contemporary international issues and processes. X
3 Students will develop a deep understanding of different theoretical debates and analytical perspectives within international relations. X
SKILLS
Cognitive
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Students will apply international relations theories and political science concepts in different analytical and academic contexts using appropriate terminology. X
2 Students will analyse contemporary international problems and global political developments through relevant theoretical and conceptual frameworks. X
3 Students will develop critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills in evaluating political and international phenomena. X
4 Students will be able to prepare structured academic reports and analyses in accordance with academic and professional standards. X
PERSONAL & OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCES IN TERMS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING GROUPS
Autonomy & Responsibility
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Students will conduct independent research, develop original arguments, and take responsibility for their academic work. X
2 Students will apply their knowledge ethically, demonstrating awareness of social, environmental, and global responsibilities. X
Learning to Learn
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Students will develop a lifelong learning perspective, enabling them to follow and evaluate new theoretical approaches and developments in the field. X
2 Students will acquire the skills necessary for further academic study and continuous professional development. X
Communication & Social
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Students will communicate their ideas effectively in both their native language and at least one foreign language in academic and professional contexts. X
2 Students will actively participate in academic discussions and collaborative learning environments. X
Occupational and/or Vocational
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Students will develop the competencies required for careers in diplomacy, public administration, international organisations, and related professional fields. X
2 Students will be able to apply analytical and research skills in professional and policy-oriented contexts. X
*Level of Contribution (0-5): Empty-Null (0), 1- Very Low, 2- Low, 3- Medium, 4- High, 5- Very High

No
 Key Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to: 		PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
1 Explain the key concepts and dimensions of global energy politics, including energy security, supply, and demand. 1 (5), 2 (5), 3 (4), 4 (4), 5 (4), 6 (4), 7 (4), 8 (3), 9 (3), 10 (4), 11 (4), 12 (2), 13 (3), 14 (3), 15 (3)
2 Analyze the energy policies of major energy-producing and energy-consuming states and regional actors. 1 (4), 2 (4), 3 (4), 4 (5), 5 (5), 6 (4), 7 (4), 8 (3), 9 (3), 10 (4), 11 (4), 12 (2), 13 (3), 14 (3), 15 (3)
3 Analyze the relationship between energy resources, geopolitics, and international security dynamics. 1 (4), 2 (4), 3 (4), 4 (4), 5 (5), 6 (4), 7 (4), 8 (4), 9 (3), 10 (4), 11 (4), 12 (2), 13 (3), 14 (3), 15 (3)
4 Evaluate the impact of political instability and global crises on energy markets and policies. 1 (4), 2 (4), 3 (4), 4 (4), 5 (4), 6 (4), 7 (4), 8 (4), 9 (3), 10 (5), 11 (4), 12 (2), 13 (3), 14 (4), 15 (3)
5 Assess emerging issues in global energy politics, including renewable energy, decarbonization, and sustainability. 1 (4), 2 (4), 3 (4), 4 (4), 5 (5), 6 (4), 7 (4), 8 (4), 9 (3), 10 (4), 11 (4), 12 (2), 13 (3), 14 (4), 15 (3)
6 Analyze the role of energy infrastructure and transportation systems in shaping international relations. 1 (4), 2 (4), 3 (4), 4 (5), 5 (5), 6 (4), 7 (4), 8 (4), 9 (3), 10 (4), 11 (4), 12 (2), 13 (3), 14 (4), 15 (3)
7 Evaluate strategies for achieving balanced and sustainable energy security policies. 1 (4), 2 (4), 3 (4), 4 (4), 5 (4), 6 (4), 7 (4), 8 (4), 9 (3), 10 (5), 11 (4), 12 (2), 13 (3), 14 (3), 15 (3)
8 Apply International Relations theories to interpret contemporary developments in global energy politics. 1 (4), 2 (4), 3 (4), 4 (5), 5 (5), 6 (4), 7 (4), 8 (4), 9 (3), 10 (4), 11 (4), 12 (2), 13 (3), 14 (3), 15 (3)

Assessment
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of
Activities		 Degree of Contribution (%)
Mid-Term Exam 1 % 25
Computer Based Presentation 0 -
Short Exam 0 -
Presentation of Report 0 -
Homework Assessment 1 % 25
Oral Exam 0 -
Presentation of Thesis 0 -
Presentation of Document 0 -
Expert Assessment 0 -
Board Exam 0 -
Practice Exam 0 -
Year-End Final Exam 1 % 50
Internship Exam 0 -
TOTAL 3 %100
Contribution of In-Term Assessments to Overall Grade 3 %50
Contribution of Final Exam to Overall Grade 1 %50
TOTAL 4 %100


WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities
(# of week)		 Duration
(hours, h)		 Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 3 42
Preliminary & Further Study 14 2 28
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 14 4 56
Assignment (Homework) 2 13 26
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
Implementation/Application/Practice 0 0 0
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Total Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities - - 152
Workload for Assessment Activities
Type of the Assessment Activites # of Assessment Activities
 Duration
(hours, h)		 Workload (h)
Final Exam 1 2 2
Preparation for the Final Exam 0 0 0
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 0 0 0
Short Exam 0 1 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
Total Workload for Assessment Activities - - 3
Total Workload of the Course Unit - - 155
Workload (h) / 25.5 6.1
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 6.0

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