Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa Üniversitesi Department of Political Sciences and International Relations

Introduction:

Political Science and International Relations, as both a scientific discipline and an area of interest, have significantly expanded and become increasingly widespread. In today’s rapidly globalizing world, cultural, economic, and political conflicts among nations, social and interest groups, as well as cross-border issues such as poverty, migration, environmental challenges, communication, trade, sports, science, and education, have extended beyond the traditional boundaries of political science, economics, and history to encompass the broader concept of "international" relations.

The need for comprehensive and rational analysis of these transformations, shaped by globalization and technological advancements, has become critical. This is particularly important for our country, located in a geopolitically sensitive and strategically significant region, to develop a rational and effective foreign policy that moves beyond political, ideological, economic, religious, and ethnic debates.

The Department of Political Science and International Relations aims to provide students with accurate and up-to-date knowledge in the fields of political science, international relations, and foreign policy, equipping them to analyze and interpret global and regional events impacting Turkey through an analytical approach. At the graduate level, fostering a transparent and participatory educational process is essential for nurturing individuals with strong interpersonal skills, self-confidence, and open-mindedness—qualities that are vital in the fields of political science and international relations.

Vision & Mission:

Vision:

Our vision is to become one of the leading departments in the field of Political Science and International Relations by cultivating academically successful students and scholars with strong analytical thinking skills on both national and international levels, particularly as the importance of this field continues to grow with globalization.

Mission:

Our mission is to equip students with the ability to apply their knowledge of International Relations in real-world contexts; to interpret and analyze national and international political issues; and to address these matters with an interdisciplinary perspective, connecting them to other fields. Additionally, our department aims to train students who can conceptualize the increasingly complex international relations network, interpret it within a theoretical framework, and keep pace with current developments.

History:

The Department of Political Science and International Relations began admitting graduate students in 2017.

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