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FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES - Public Administration and Political Science - Public Administration and Political Science



General Description
History
Bayburt Üniversitesi Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences was established in 2008 and has since continued its academic activities as a well-established institution aiming to educate qualified human resources in the field of social sciences. The Faculty comprises four departments: Business Administration, Economics, International Trade and Business, and Political Science and Public Administration. Through these departments, it aims to provide students with an interdisciplinary perspective, enhance their analytical thinking skills, and integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications. The Department of Political Science and Public Administration began offering undergraduate education in the 2015–2016 academic year and, in 2018, adopted its current name in line with an academic and administrative decision, thereby strengthening its institutional identity. The department offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers the fundamental theoretical approaches of political science and public administration, contemporary governance practices, and current political developments. Admitting 50 students annually, the department offers a four-year undergraduate program designed to develop students’ critical thinking, research, analytical, and public policy evaluation skills. Furthermore, the department aims to equip its graduates with the necessary competencies to pursue careers in the public sector, local governments, international organizations, and the private sector. In this context, both the academic staff and the curriculum are continuously updated to ensure an education aligned with contemporary higher education standards.
Qualification Awarded
Graduates who successfully complete all the requirements of the program receive a "Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Public Administration".
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
First Cycle
Specific Admission Requirements
Turkish students are admitted to the Department of Political Science and Public Administration based on the results of the Higher Education Entrance Exam (YGS) and the Undergraduate Placement Exam (LYS) conducted by the Measurement, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM). Candidates who are successful in the LYS are placed according to their preference rankings based on the TM-3 score type. International students are admitted to the program based on the evaluation of their direct applications to the university. For more information, please visit the Undergraduate and Associate Degree Admission Procedures and Registration Procedures sections on the Bayburt University website.
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
Recognition of previous formal (formal) learning in Turkish higher education institutions Vertical, horizontal and transitions within the university The Regulation on the Principles of Transfer Between Associate and Undergraduate Programs in Higher Education Institutions, Double Major, Minor and Inter-institutional Credit Transfer within the scope of based on non-formal certification outside formal educational institutions in Turkey or based on experience (in-formal and non-formal) recognition of the learning process it is at an early stage. For this reason, recognition of prior learning is not fully initiated in all programs of Bayburt University. However, an exemption exam is held at the beginning of each academic year for the Foreign Language courses included in the curriculum of the programs. Students who think that they meet the expected qualifications of these courses have the right to take the exams. Students who pass the exam are exempted from the related courses in the curriculum.
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Successful completion of all courses available in the program (equivalent to 240 ECTS in total) and having a minimum GPA of 2.00 out of 4.00 is the necessary qualification for graduation.
Profile of The Programme
Political Science and Public Administration has gained increasing importance in parallel with the rapid social, economic, technological and political changes of today. Since the concept of Political Science and Public Administration includes a political mechanism from the individual to the highest organizational structure of the state, the research topics include the anonymous relations of the public sphere, from the economy to politics and culture, from rural organizations to metropolitan structures, from private organizations to the state. This encompasses structuring and changes in a wide range of areas ranging from bureaucratic organizations. The main objective of our department, which will provide training within this framework, is to train qualified and educated experts to be employed in different institutions within the scope of state and private sectors. In this context, a significant number of qualified experts needed at both national and regional level are covered by this program.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
The field of employment of graduates of the Department of Political Science and Public Administration; It covers a wide range from private sector to public sector, from autonomous organizations to non-governmental organizations and various think tanks, from political research, advertising and consultancy services to banking sector. Graduates of the Department of Political Science and Public Administration; district governor, local authority, judges in Administrative Courts, Tax Courts and Regional Administrative Courts, expertise and auditor in the Council of State and the Court of Auditors; Management and expertise at various levels in ministries; inspection boards; management in public institutions, municipalities and State Economic Enterprises; Career officer at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Competition Board and so on. expertise, supervisory and inspectorate in the higher boards; public, private banks, international organizations, expertise, auditor, inspector or middle and senior management can do.
Access to Further Studies
Applicants who have successfully completed the undergraduate program can take graduate programs in their fields or related fields provided that they have a valid score from ALES exam score and have sufficient knowledge of English language.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
One midterm and one final exam are held for the semester. 40% of midterm exam and 60% of general exam are gathered and student's grade is determined.
Graduation Requirements
Graduation requirements are explained in the section “Qualification Requirements and Regulations”
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Full-Time
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Head of Department: Professor Doctor Hayriye ŞENGÜN, hsengun@bayburt.edu.tr, + 90 (458) 211 1152 - (Extension) 1435
Facilities
The department has a dynamic and highly qualified academic staff consisting of 2 professors, 1 associate professor, 4 assistant professors (doctoral faculty members), and 3 research assistants. This academic team actively contributes to both research activities and teaching processes, supporting students’ academic and intellectual development. Within the department, there are several student clubs established in the field of Political Science and Public Administration. Students are able to participate in these clubs in line with their interests and career goals, thereby enhancing both their academic and social skills. In addition, through symposiums, congresses, and panels organized on various topics, as well as invited guest speakers who are experts in their fields, students are provided with opportunities to follow practical developments alongside their theoretical education. These activities significantly contribute to broadening students’ academic perspectives and increasing their awareness of current issues. Moreover, students have the opportunity to take part in university teams in sports such as football, basketball, and volleyball, supporting their social and physical development. Within the framework of internationalization, students can also benefit from Erasmus programs and other international agreements, which enable them to pursue part of their education abroad and gain experience in diverse cultural and academic environments.

Key Learning Outcomes
1In the fields of political science and public administration, they acquire comprehensive knowledge at the conceptual, theoretical, historical, administrative, and legal levels.
2They gain knowledge in the fields of urban development, environment, climate, sustainability, and rural development; identify problems in these areas and develop solutions.
3It monitors developments in areas such as society, culture, identity, migration, women's rights, and human rights, critically discusses them, and develops policy recommendations.
4It analyzes political, administrative, and economic developments at local, national, regional, and global levels from a comparative perspective.
5Using research methods and techniques, they collect and analyze scientific data and present the findings in accordance with academic writing standards.
6It evaluates and discusses the impact of current developments such as digitalization and artificial intelligence on public administration.
7They acquire the necessary professional competencies in ethics, governance, communication, project management, protocol, decision-making, accountability, and participation processes.
8It develops different perspectives in line with the principles of critical thinking, analytical approach, and lifelong learning.
9It contributes to political and social participation processes in line with democratic values.
10It analyzes the processes of formulating, implementing, and evaluating public policies within the context of relevant institutions and actors.

Key Programme Learning Outcomes - NQF for HE in Turkey
TYYÇKey Learning Outcomes
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KNOWLEDGE1
SKILLS1
2
COMPETENCES (Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility)1
2
3
COMPETENCES (Learning Competence)1
2
3
COMPETENCES (Communication and Social Competence)1
2
3
4
5
COMPETENCES (Field Specific Competence)1
2

Course Structure Diagram with Credits
T : Theoretical P: Practice L : Laboratory
1. Semester
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB103B Atatürk's Principles and History of Turkish Revolution I Compulsory 2 0 0 2
2 SB117B Digital Literacy Compulsory 2 0 0 3
3 SB109B Entry into business Compulsory 3 0 0 4
4 SB109B Entry into business Compulsory 3 0 0 0
5 SB105B Foreign language Compulsory 2 0 0 2
6 SB115B General Accounting I Compulsory 3 0 0 5
7 SB111B History of civilization Compulsory 3 0 0 4
8 SB111B History of civilization Compulsory 3 0 0 0
9 SB111B History of civilization Compulsory 3 0 0 0
10 SB107B Political Science I Compulsory 3 0 0 5
11 SB107B Political Science I Compulsory 3 0 0 0
12 SB107B Political Science I Compulsory 3 0 0 0
13 SB113B The basic concepts of law Compulsory 3 0 0 3
14 SB101B Turkish Language I Compulsory 2 0 0 2
Total 38 0 0 30
 
2. Semester
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB104B Atatürk's Principles and History of Turkish Revolution II Compulsory 2 0 0 2
2 SB114B Constitutional law Compulsory 3 0 0 4
3 SB114B Constitutional law Compulsory 3 0 0 0
4 SB106B Foreign Language II Compulsory 2 0 0 2
5 SB116B General Accounting II Compulsory 3 0 0 5
6 SB118B information technologies Compulsory 2 0 0 3
7 SB112B Management Science Compulsory 3 0 0 4
8 SB112B Management Science Compulsory 3 0 0 0
9 SB112B Management Science Compulsory 3 0 0 0
10 SB108B Political Science II Compulsory 3 0 0 5
11 SB108B Political Science II Compulsory 3 0 0 0
12 SB108B Political Science II Compulsory 3 0 0 0
13 SB110B Social Science Compulsory 3 0 0 3
14 SB110B Social Science Compulsory 3 0 0 0
15 SB110B Social Science Compulsory 3 0 0 0
16 SB102B Turkish Language II Compulsory 2 0 0 2
Total 44 0 0 30
 
3. Semester
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB209B Administrative law Compulsory 3 0 0 5
2 SB209B Administrative law Compulsory 3 0 0 0
3 SB209B Administrative law Compulsory 3 0 0 0
4 SB211B Elective Course Group I Elective - - - 4
5 SB205B History of Political Thought I Compulsory 3 0 0 5
6 SB205B History of Political Thought I Compulsory 3 0 0 0
7 SB205B History of Political Thought I Compulsory 3 0 0 0
8 SB207B Microeconomics Compulsory 3 0 0 4
9 SB203B Political Ideologies Compulsory 3 0 0 5
10 SB203B Political Ideologies Compulsory 3 0 0 0
11 SB203B Political Ideologies Compulsory 3 0 0 0
12 SB201B Turkish Public Administration Compulsory 3 0 0 5
13 SB201B Turkish Public Administration Compulsory 3 0 0 0
14 SB201B Turkish Public Administration Compulsory 3 0 0 0
15 ÜSD University Elective Courses Group Elective - - - 2
Total 44 0 0 30
 
4. Semester
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB210B Civil law Compulsory 3 0 0 4
2 SB210B Civil law Compulsory 3 0 0 0
3 SB210B Civil law Compulsory 3 0 0 0
4 SB202B Contemporary Management Techniques Compulsory 3 0 0 5
5 SB202B Contemporary Management Techniques Compulsory 3 0 0 0
6 SB202B Contemporary Management Techniques Compulsory 3 0 0 0
7 SB212B Elective Course Group II Elective - - - 4
8 SB212B Elective Course Group II Elective - - - 0
9 SB206B History of Political Thought II Compulsory 3 0 0 5
10 SB206B History of Political Thought II Compulsory 3 0 0 0
11 SB206B History of Political Thought II Compulsory 3 0 0 0
12 SB208B Macro economics Compulsory 3 0 0 4
13 SB204B Urbanization Policy Compulsory 3 0 0 4
14 SB204B Urbanization Policy Compulsory 3 0 0 0
15 SB204B Urbanization Policy Compulsory 3 0 0 0
Total 45 0 0 26
 
5. Semester
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB307B Elective Course Group III Elective - - - 4
2 SB307B Elective Course Group III Elective - - - 0
3 SB303B Political History I Compulsory 3 0 0 6
4 SB303B Political History I Compulsory 3 0 0 0
5 SB303B Political History I Compulsory 3 0 0 0
6 SB305B Turkish economy Compulsory 3 0 0 6
7 SB305B Turkish economy Compulsory 3 0 0 0
8 SB301B Turkish Political Life I Compulsory 3 0 0 6
9 SB301B Turkish Political Life I Compulsory 3 0 0 0
10 SB301B Turkish Political Life I Compulsory 3 0 0 0
Total 30 0 0 22
 
6. Semester
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB308B Elective Course Group IV Elective - - - 5
2 SB308B Elective Course Group IV Elective - - - 0
3 FS02 Faculty Electives Group Elective - - - 3
4 SB306B Local Governments Compulsory 3 0 0 5
5 SB306B Local Governments Compulsory 3 0 0 0
6 SB306B Local Governments Compulsory 3 0 0 0
7 SB304B Political History II Compulsory 3 0 0 6
8 SB304B Political History II Compulsory 3 0 0 0
9 SB304B Political History II Compulsory 3 0 0 0
10 SB302B Turkish Political Life II Compulsory 3 0 0 6
11 SB302B Turkish Political Life II Compulsory 3 0 0 0
12 SB302B Turkish Political Life II Compulsory 3 0 0 0
Total 35 0 0 25
 
7. Semester
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB401B Comparative Public Administration Compulsory 3 0 0 6
2 SB401B Comparative Public Administration Compulsory 3 0 0 0
3 SB401B Comparative Public Administration Compulsory 3 0 0 0
4 SB407B Elective Course Group V Elective - - - 4
5 SB403B Political Sociology Compulsory 3 0 0 6
6 SB403B Political Sociology Compulsory 3 0 0 0
7 SB403B Political Sociology Compulsory 3 0 0 0
8 SB405B Scientific Research Methods and Techniques Compulsory 3 0 0 6
9 SB405B Scientific Research Methods and Techniques Compulsory 3 0 0 0
10 SB405B Scientific Research Methods and Techniques Compulsory 3 0 0 0
Total 30 0 0 22
 
8. Semester
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB408B Elective Course Group VI Elective - - - 4
2 SB406B Human Resources Management Compulsory 3 0 0 6
3 SB406B Human Resources Management Compulsory 3 0 0 0
4 SB404B Political Parties and Electoral Systems Compulsory 3 0 0 6
5 SB404B Political Parties and Electoral Systems Compulsory 3 0 0 0
6 SB404B Political Parties and Electoral Systems Compulsory 3 0 0 0
7 SB402B Public Policy Compulsory 3 0 0 6
8 SB402B Public Policy Compulsory 3 0 0 0
9 SB402B Public Policy Compulsory 3 0 0 0
Total 27 0 0 22
 
Elective Course Group I
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB211.2B Disaster and Crisis Management Elective 3 0 0 4
2 SB211.5B Protocol Management Elective 3 0 0 4
University Elective Courses Group
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 ÜS01.01 Geographical Indications Elective 2 0 0 2
2 ÜS01.02 Introduction to Industrial Product Design Elective 2 0 0 0
3 ÜS01.04 Meşrubat Üretim Teknolojisi (Mühendislik Fakültesi) Elective 2 0 0 0
4 ÜS01.05 Üç Boyutlu Tasarım ve Yazdırma (Mühendislik Fakültesi) Elective 2 0 0 0
5 ÜS01.06 Gıda ve Kültür (Mühendislik Fakültesi) Elective 2 0 0 0
6 ÜS01.07 Yeni Ürün Geliştirme (Mühendislik Fakültesi) Elective 2 0 0 0
7 ÜS0101.3B2 Environment and Society Elective 2 0 0 2
8 ÜS0103.1B3 Historical Places Elective 2 0 0 2
9 ÜS0103.2B3 Food Safety Elective 2 0 0 2
10 ÜS0103.3B3 Popular Science Elective 2 0 0 2
11 ÜS02.01 Kalite Yönetimi ve Hizmet Akreditasyonu (İktisadi ve İdari Bilimler Fakültesi) Elective 2 0 0 2
12 ÜS0201.8 Basic Economics Elective 2 0 0 2
13 ÜS0201.9 Güncel İktisadi Konular Elective 2 0 0 2
14 ÜS0202.4 Individual Investment Elective 2 0 0 2
15 ÜS0202.5 Career Planning Elective 2 0 0 2
16 ÜS0206.1 Urban and Environmental Rights Elective 2 0 0 2
17 ÜS0305.2 Academic Turkish Elective 2 0 0 2
18 ÜS0401.25 The Prophet's Universal Messages Elective 2 0 0 0
19 ÜS0401.26 Basic Concepts of Kur'an Elective 2 0 0 0
20 ÜS0401.27 Fiqh and Society Elective 2 0 0 0
21 ÜS0503.3 Working Economy Elective 2 0 0 0
22 ÜS0701.12 Sports for All Elective 2 0 0 2
23 ÜS0701.17 Volunteering Studies Elective 1 2 0 2
24 ÜS0901.02 Organic Agriculture Applications Elective 2 0 0 2
25 ÜS0902.02 Leadership and Motivation Elective 2 0 0 2
26 ÜS0903.02 Basic Disaster Awareness Elective 2 0 0 0
27 ÜS1001.1B Language of Colors Elective 2 0 0 2
28 ÜS12.01 Mental Health Literacy Elective 2 0 0 0
29 ÜS1202.2B2 Basic Public Health Elective 2 0 0 2
30 ÜS1207.2B Digital Health Elective 2 0 0 2
31 ÜS1207.4B Children's Rights Elective 2 0 0 0
32 ÜS1301.1B2 Contact Elective 2 0 0 2
33 ÜS1301.2B2 Entrepreneurship Elective 2 0 0 2
34 ÜS1302.2B Business Law Elective 2 0 0 2
35 ÜS1401.1B2 Personal Care and Motivation Elective 2 0 0 2
36 ÜS1402.1B3 Pet Breeding and Animal Rights Elective 2 0 0 2
37 ÜS1405.B2 Labour and Social Security Law Elective 2 0 0 2
38 ÜS1501.1B2 Human Rights Law Elective 2 0 0 2
39 ÜS1603.2B2 Money and Bank Elective 2 0 0 2
40 ÜS1604.2B2 Economics Literacy Elective 2 0 0 2
41 ÜS1607.4 Olimpizm ve Olimpik Sporlar (Sosyal Bilimler MYO) Elective 1 1 0 0
42 ÜS1610.3B Advertising Elective 2 0 0 2
43 ÜS1612.1B Catering Elective 2 0 0 2
44 ÜS1701.2B3 Algorithm and Programming Logic Elective 2 0 0 2
45 ÜS1702.2B3 History of Electrical Energy Elective 2 0 0 2
46 ÜS1702.3B3 Mathematics and Life Elective 2 0 0 2
47 ÜS1704.1B2 Public Relations Elective 2 0 0 2
48 ÜS1704.2 Toksikoloji (Teknik Bilimler MYO) Elective 2 0 0 0
49 ÜS18.01 Yaşam Boyu Spor (Spor Bilimleri Fakültesi) Elective 2 0 0 0
50 ÜS18.02 Halk Oyunları (Spor Bilimleri Fakültesi) Elective 2 0 0 0
51 ÜS18.03 Çocuk ve Gençlerde Antrenman (Spor Bilimleri Fakültesi) Elective 2 0 0 0
Elective Course Group II
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB212.2B Social Structure of Turkey Elective 3 0 0 4
2 SB212.3B Public finance Elective 3 0 0 4
3 SB212.7B Political Philosophy Elective 3 0 0 4
4 SB212.8B Sustainable Rural Development Policies Elective 3 0 0 4
Elective Course Group II
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB212.1B Business law Elective 3 0 0 0
2 SB212.2B Social Structure of Turkey Elective 3 0 0 0
3 SB212.3B Public finance Elective 3 0 0 0
4 SB212.4B Statistics II Elective 3 0 0 0
5 SB212.5B Ottoman Turkish II Elective 3 0 0 0
6 SB212.6B Project Writing Techniques Elective 3 0 0 4
7 SB212.7B Political Philosophy Elective 3 0 0 0
8 SB212.8B Sustainable Rural Development Policies Elective 3 0 0 0
Elective Course Group III
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB307.1B Environmental Science Elective 3 0 0 4
2 SB307.3B Law of Obligations Elective 3 0 0 4
3 SB307.6B Theories of State Elective 3 0 0 4
4 SB307.7B Economy and Politics Elective 3 0 0 4
5 SB307.8B Artificial Intelligence Applications in Public Administration Elective 3 0 0 4
Elective Course Group III
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB307.1B Environmental Science Elective 3 0 0 0
2 SB307.2B Psychology of Management Elective 3 0 0 0
3 SB307.3B Law of Obligations Elective 3 0 0 0
4 SB307.4B Tax Law Elective 3 0 0 0
5 SB307.5B History of Labor Relations in Turkey Elective 3 0 0 0
6 SB307.6B Theories of State Elective 3 0 0 0
7 SB307.7B Economy and Politics Elective 3 0 0 0
8 SB307.8B Artificial Intelligence Applications in Public Administration Elective 3 0 0 0
Elective Course Group IV
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB308.1B Public Relations in Public Administration Elective 3 0 0 5
2 SB308.2B Environmental Law Elective 3 0 0 5
3 SB308.3B Criminal law Elective 3 0 0 5
4 SB308.6B Theories of Democracy Elective 3 0 0 5
Elective Course Group IV
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB308.1B Public Relations in Public Administration Elective 3 0 0 0
2 SB308.2B Environmental Law Elective 3 0 0 0
3 SB308.3B Criminal law Elective 3 0 0 0
4 SB308.4B Turkish Foreign Policy Elective 3 0 0 0
5 SB308.5B International Environmental Policies Elective 3 0 0 0
6 SB308.6B Theories of Democracy Elective 3 0 0 0
Faculty Electives Group
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 FS0201.2B Interpretation of Economic Indicators Elective 2 0 0 3
2 FS0201.3B Economic Policy Elective 2 0 0 3
3 FS0202.3B Struggling With Addiction Elective 2 0 0 3
4 FS0203.1B EU-Turkey Relations Elective 3 0 0 3
5 FS0205.1B Artificial intelligence Elective 2 0 0 3
Elective Course Group V
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB407.1B Strategic Management in the Public Sector Elective 3 0 0 4
2 SB407.6B Women and Politics Elective 3 0 0 4
3 SB407.7B Relations with the Turkish World Elective 3 0 0 4
4 SB407.8B Human Rights Elective 3 0 0 4
Elective Course Group VI
No Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type of Course T P L ECTS
1 SB408.1B International relations Elective 3 0 0 4
2 SB408.2B Political Behavior Elective 3 0 0 4
3 SB408.3B Globalization and Ecology Elective 3 0 0 4
4 SB408.8B Immigration Policies Elective 3 0 0 4
5 SB408.9B Climate and Politics Elective 3 0 0 4