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SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
61015YETOS-TRH2367	Istanbul: Sightseeing and Culture	3	Fall	2	0	2	3

Course Type :	University Elective
Cycle:	Bachelor TQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	Turkish
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Instructor ZEHRA KAYA
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:
Dersin Kategorisi:	Competency Development (University Elective)

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:

According to archaeological findings, Istanbul has hosted human settlements for approximately 8,000 years, serving as the capital of civilizations with diverse belief systems, historical backgrounds, and cultures. Following the pagan period, the city took on a Christian character with the establishment of the Eastern Roman Empire in the 4th century. After the conquest by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror in 1453, the city transformed from Constantinople to Istanbul under the influence of Islamic culture. During this period, the city's architecture, streets, and residential structures underwent significant changes. Although it did not remain the capital during the Republic period, Istanbul has always maintained its central status throughout history.

The aim of this course is to help students understand how Istanbul, as a global city over thousands of years, addressed essential needs such as food, water, defense, and transportation across various periods. By examining the cosmopolitan nature of Istanbul and the syncretism created by architectural works from different civilizations, the course seeks to introduce students to the historical, cultural, and sociological aspects of the city, providing them with insights into Istanbul's present and future.

For students to benefit from Istanbul’s opportunities in a creative and positive way, it is important for them to develop a desire to explore and study the city. This course aims to foster this curiosity, laying the groundwork for a lifelong endeavor to understand Istanbul through exemplary readings and explorative excursions.

Course Content:

Week 1: Introduction and course overview.
Week 2: History of Istanbul. Sources, books, and documentaries about Istanbul.
Week 3: Sultanahmet area study.
Week 4: Sultanahmet area study.
Week 5: Beyazıt, Süleymaniye, and Eminönü area study.
Week 6: Zeyrek-Balat area study.
Week 7: Sakıp Sabancı Museum.
Week 8: Midterm Exam.
Week 9: Kadıköy neighborhood study.
Week 10: Beyoğlu neighborhood study.
Week 11: Üsküdar neighborhood study.
Week 12: Theater viewing.
Week 13: Conference.
Week 14: Bosphorus neighborhood study.

Course Specific Rules

"Classes held in the classroom, lectures in the conference hall, and field trips are mandatory activities. Each student must obtain a museum card to use during the trips."

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:



Knowledge *(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)*
Skills *(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)*
1) The student recognizes the urban space of Istanbul through its historical processes
2) The student understands and acquires the culture of travel.
3) The student recognizes the historical background of Istanbul through its architectural heritage.
4) The student establishes and interprets the relationship between culture and space in the urban environment of Istanbul.
5) The student recognizes and engages with the rich cultural fabric of urban life.
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.)*

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Course Introduction, Flow, and Introduction
2)	Basic Concepts: City, Culture, Space
3)	Istanbul: Historical and Cultural Background
4)	Istanbul Archaeology Museum Tour
5)	Istanbul Roman Byzantine Period, Hippodrome, and Surroundings Tour
6)	Zeyrek and Balat Trip
7)	Midterm Exam
8)	The journey of Divan Yolu and Süleymaniye
9)	Taksim, Beyoğlu District Tour
10)	The City's Cultural Warehouses: Museums
11)	District Tour: Kadıköy/Üsküdar/Adalar
12)	Cultural Event
13)	Seminar
14)	Final Exam

*These fields provides students with course materials for their pre- and further study before and after the course delivered.

Level of Contribution of the Course to PLOs

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Programme Learning Outcomes	Contribution Level (from 1 to 5)
1)	Explain the fundamental concepts, historical development, and theoretical framework of graphic design.
2)	Define typography, color theory, and composition principles in visual communication design.
3)	Evaluate the social, cultural, and ethical aspects of graphic design to develop an interdisciplinary perspective.
4)	Develop original and innovative design solutions using creative problem-solving methods.
5)	Apply visual hierarchy, perception psychology, and user experience (UX) principles to design for international markets.
6)	Effectively use digital tools and design software to produce professional graphic design work.
7)	Take responsibility in international graphic design projects individually or within a team to develop creative solutions.
8)	Manage graphic design projects and plan processes while applying a professional work discipline.
9)	Continuously improve by following global innovations, technologies, and methodologies in graphic design.
10)	Adopt intercultural design principles to create visual solutions for global audiences.
11)	Develop design solutions that are culturally sensitive, ethically appropriate, and sustainable.
12)	Work independently or participate in teamwork within graphic design processes.

SECTION IV: TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESMENT-EVALUATION METHODS OF THE COURSE

Teaching & Learning Methods of the Course

(All teaching and learning methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Teaching and Learning Methods defined at the Programme Level	Teaching and Learning Methods Defined for the Course
Lectures
Discussion
Case Study
Views
Reading
Seminar
Technical Visit
Questions Answers
Individual and Group Work
Active Participation in Class

Assessment & Evaluation Methods of the Course

(All assessment and evaluation methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Aassessment and evaluation Methods defined at the Programme Level	Assessment and Evaluation Methods defined for the Course
Midterm
Final Exam
Quiz
Homework Evaluation
Active Participation in Class

Contribution of Assesment & Evalution Activities to Final Grade of the Course

Measurement and Evaluation Methods	# of practice per semester	Level of Contribution
Field Work	10	% 15.00
Seminar	1	% 10.00
Midterms	1	% 25.00
Semester Final Exam	1	% 50.00
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

SECTION V: WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS ALLOCATED FOR THE COURSE

WORKLOAD OF TEACHING & LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Teaching & Learning Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Course	14	28	392
Laboratory	0	0	0
Application	0	0	0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)	0	0	0
Field Work	10	20	200
Study Hours Out of Class	0	0	0
Presentations / Seminar	1	2	2
Project	0	0	0
Homework Assignments	1	10	10
Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities	-	-	604
WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES
Assesment & Evaluation Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Quizzes	0	0	0
Midterms	1	20	20
Semester Final Exam	1	30	30
Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities	-	-	50
TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities)			654
ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h)			3