Faculty of Health Sciences · Social Work · Undergraduate
Course Objective
The objective of this course is to provide students with an understanding of fundamental migration issues worldwide, highlighting the connections between sociological theories and everyday experiences. By the end of the course, students will be able to access migration data with ease, understand migration theories and models, become familiar with social work practices with migrants both internationally and in Turkey, and critically evaluate current approaches in the field.
Course Content
The course content consists of the following parts:
Examination of migration theories
Analysis of different migration movements: labor migration, refugees, and irregular migration
National and international migration management
Examination of different definitions of integration
Analysis of the socio-economic and cultural dimensions of integration
Explanations
The midterm will account for 40% of your grade, and the final will account for 60%.
Your own interpretations and critiques of theoretical approaches will also be influential in grading.
Exam questions will not be based on rote memorization; they are designed to help you internalize and understand the material.
Therefore, by learning to internalize knowledge and critically evaluate it, you will achieve better grades.
Although exams may appear as verbal evaluations, in reality, your writing style, analytical skills, and ability to interpret knowledge will determine your grade.
Exams are graded without considering student names.
For grade verification, a day or two after grading, randomly selected students’ exams are re-evaluated without looking at their original scores.
If any inconsistencies are detected, the entire class’s exams will be re-graded.
Rules
Your attendance is very important. Students with more than 70% absences will not be allowed to take the final exam.
Do not knock on the door when entering; you may enter the classroom at any time.
If you are up to 15 minutes late, you cannot sign for the 1st hour.
If you are 30 minutes late, you cannot sign for the 2nd hour.
These rules are designed to ensure proper monitoring and organization of the class.
Not being able to sign does not prevent you from attending the class. Outside of these times, students can attend and leave class at their convenience without signing in.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Can define the differences between assimilation, integration, and segregation.
- Students can explain the key sociological and political factors influencing migration and migration processes.
- Students can assess migrants’ experiences of integration, discrimination, and social exclusion and develop a critical perspective.
- Can discuss the services and policies provided to migrants.
- Acquiring the ability to access and analyze national and international migration data and transform it into a presentation
Core Area Distribution
Teaching Methods
Assessment & Evaluation
ECTS / Workload
| Activity | Quantity | Duration (h) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (Including Exam Week) | 15 | 2 | 30 |
| Out of Class Study Period | 15 | 4 | 60 |
| Midterm | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assignment | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final | 1 | 15 | 15 |
Course Schedule
| Week | Subject | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orientation and Syllabus Sharing | In preparation for the class, please review the orientation materials and go over the topics outlined in the syllabus. |
| 2 | The Concept of Migration and International Protection Statuses | In preparation for the class, please research the concept of migration and international protection statuses, and examine the rights and obligations associated with different statuses. |
| 3 | Causes of Migration and Migration Typology | In preparation for the class, please examine the main causes of migration and the different types of migration. |
| 4 | The Phenomenon of Migration and Theories I | In preparation for the class, please research the phenomenon of migration and the fundamental theories related to migration. |
| 5 | The Phenomenon of Migration and Migration Theories II | In preparation for the class, please study the phenomenon of migration in depth and explore the practical implications of migration theories. |
| 6 | Accessing and Analyzing Migration Data I | In preparation for the class, please study how to access national and international migration data and review basic analysis methods. |
| 7 | Accessing and Analyzing Migration Data II | In preparation for the class, please study advanced methods for analyzing migration data and learn how to interpret the findings. |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | In preparation for the class, please review all topics covered up to the midterm and go over your course notes. |
| 9 | Migration in Turkey and Syrians under Temporary Protection | In preparation for the class, please examine migration in Turkey and the situation of Syrians under temporary protection. |
| 10 | Migration Policies – Acculturation and Multiculturalism | In preparation for the class, please examine migration policies, acculturation processes, and approaches to multiculturalism. |
| 11 | Migration Policies – Integration, Segregation, and Assimilation | In preparation for the class, please examine migration policies and the practical implications of integration, segregation, and assimilation. |
| 12 | Transnational Social Work | In preparation for the class, please research the concept of transnational social work and international social work practices with migrants. |
| 13 | Nation-State, Globalization, and Refugee Crises | In preparation for the class, please examine the role of nation-states, the impacts of globalization, and the refugee crises. |
| 14 | Social Work Practices with Migrants and Refugees | In preparation for the class, please examine social work practices with migrants and refugees and the methods used in these services. |
| 15 | General Evaluation | In preparation for the class, please review all topics covered during the course and summarize the key concepts. |
| 16 | Final Exam | In preparation for the class, please review all topics covered throughout the course and revisit the key concepts. |