Current international developments gave rise both to globalization and regionalism and therefore need for microanalysis and specialization significantly increased. International Relations discipline with its multidisciplinary characteristics requires a research structure that focuses on complex and multi-dimensional developments and problems clearly through regional and thematic studies. In this framework, the main goal of the International Relations Department is to enhance an approach that gives priority to ?regional studies? and ?specific thematic areas? to examine today?s multidimensional and multi-faceted international developments, problems, and solutions. In this framework, our aim extends to meet the requirement for experts who follow regional and international developments closely, think analytically, combine theory and practice, and produce effective solutions.

The main objective of our Department is to provide a teaching program for students aiming to specialize in specific regions and thematic areas, to learn about related region?s developments, problems and enhance a solution to those problems and learn about the regions? language. Our Department has a curriculum focusing on regional studies. Courses on Balkans, Caucasus, Central Asia, Europe, Middle East, Black Sea, and the other regions constitute the basis of our curriculum. Students can prefer public institutions, as well as research centers, academia, local media, local administrations, civil society, and the private sector in their career planning.