FACULTY OF LAW

Level and Duration of the Program: Undergraduate, 8 Semesters.

Department of Law Mission
The mission of the Department of Law is to provide students with high quality legal education, to familiarize them with the basic principles, rules and practices of law and to train them as qualified professionals in the field of law. In line with our mission, we aim to provide our students with the opportunity to develop their legal thinking and analysis skills so that they can work effectively in different areas of law. In addition, by equipping our students with a sense of social responsibility, we support them to grow in an environment where they can contribute to the establishment of justice. As part of our mission, we constantly review and update our education programs to adapt to the changing legal environment and strive to meet the needs of our students. We also aim to actively interact with the community by organizing various events and projects to raise social awareness and spread the universal values of law.

Department of Law Vision
The vision of the Department of Law is to educate qualified individuals who internalize the basic principles of contemporary legal science, adopt the universal values of law and transfer these values to society. Our main goal is to equip our students with knowledge, skills and ethical values in order to contribute to the provision of social justice by adhering to the principles of justice, rights and the rule of law, and to ensure that they are trained as successful lawyers in the international arena. We aim to provide our students with an education that will enable them to adapt to changing world conditions by developing their critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills. In addition, by encouraging research and academic studies, we support the emergence of innovative and pioneering ideas in the field of law. We aim to contribute to the creation of a legal culture that is sensitive to the legal needs of society, respectful to human rights, committed to democratic values and ethical standards.

Program Purpose
The aim of the Law Department is to teach students the basic principles, rules and practices of law and to train them as qualified professionals in the field of law. In this direction, we aim to enable our students to solve legal problems effectively by developing their legal thinking and analysis skills. In addition, we aim to equip our students with a sense of social responsibility by raising awareness of the universal values of law, justice, rights and the rule of law. Our aim is to provide an educational environment where our students can contribute to the protection of social justice and the rule of law by exhibiting behaviors in accordance with professional ethical values. In addition, we aim to contribute to the science of law through research, publication and academic activities and to encourage our students in this field. As the Department of Law, we aim to respond to the legal needs of the society and the country and contribute to the development of law by raising individuals equipped with legal knowledge and skills, sensitive to social values and adhering to ethical standards.

Program Achievements:
1. Basic Principles of Law: Our students gain in-depth knowledge of the basic principles, rules and practices of law.
2. Critical Thinking and Analysis Skills: Our students gain the ability to analyze and solve legal problems from a critical perspective.
3. Communication Skills: Our students develop the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
4. Ethical Values and Awareness of Responsibility: Our students gain commitment to ethical values and awareness of social responsibility in the legal profession.
5. Legal Practical Experience: Thanks to the practice opportunities in our partner organizations, our students have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge in practice and gain professional experience.
6. Knowledge of National and International Law: Our students gain a broad knowledge of the basic concepts and rules of international law.
7. Social Awareness: By adopting the principles of justice and equality of law, our students grow up as individuals who are sensitive to social problems and create social awareness.

These achievements enable our graduates to have a successful career in the field of law and contribute to society. It also forms an important basis for them to be successful in their academic careers.

Employment Areas of the Programme: Graduates of the law programme will be in a suitable position for various roles in the business world:
1. Legal Counselling: Graduates can usually start working in their graduation areas by doing internships or working in law offices. They can also work as legal consultants in companies or organisations of various scales.
2. Corporate Services: Law graduates can be employed in various positions in corporate organisations. These areas also include the public sector where public services are provided.
3. Private Sector: They can work in the legal departments or human resources units of companies. There are also job opportunities in different sectors such as banks, insurance companies, real estate sector.
4. International Organisations and Diplomacy: Institutions such as international organisations, embassies and consulates can offer job opportunities for law graduates. In these fields, there are usually opportunities to specialise in international law and diplomacy.
5. Legal Education and Research: Law graduates can pursue an academic career and specialise in law in educational institutions and take part in scientific and educational activities in these institutions. There are also opportunities to work in law-related research centres or think tanks.
6. Rights Violations and Human Rights: There may be opportunities to work on human rights advocacy and the rule of law. In particular, they can take an active role in non-governmental organisations or human rights organisations.

Furthermore, the online nature of our University gives students experience working in virtual teams and managing projects in a digital environment, skills that are highly valuable in today's global business world.

Lessons Process
The Law Program, which is carried out through an Internet-based Learning Management System (LMS), offers students the opportunity to learn using the distance education model.This allowed the students to attend classes and complete the program online.Here is more information about the functioning of this type of LMS-based program.
1. Online Course Material: The course material of the program is accessible on the LMS platform. From there, students can access lecture notes, slides, videos, reading materials, and other resources.
2. Video Lectures: Teaching is supported by video lecture recordings. Students can watch these videos online and have the opportunity to understand the course content.
3. Live Classes and Webinars: Some programs offer live classes or webinars. Students can interact with their instructors by participating in live sessions.
4. Interactive Discussion and Forums: The LMS provides interactive discussion boards and forums for students. These platforms allow students to ask questions related to the course and exchange views with other students.
5. Student Assessments: Online quizzes, assignments, and project submissions were used to measure students' achievements. These assessments assess students' ability to understand and apply the course material.
6. Customized Course Schedules: LMS provides students with customized course schedules. Students can choose courses that align with their specific interests and career goals.
7. Communication over the Internet: Students can communicate with their instructors and classmates through the LMS. E-mail, messaging, and video-conferencing tools can be used.
8. Research and Project Collaboration: Students can collaborate on research projects through an LMS. This provided the students with the opportunity to create online study groups.
9. Exam and Diploma: Students who successfully complete the program are awarded a diploma. 

Programs run using an Internet-based LMS provide students with the opportunity to study, regardless of geographical and time constraints. However, it requires students to be disciplined, have a good Internet connection, and learn to use digital learning platforms effectively. For a program to function effectively, instructional design and technical support are also of great importance.

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