Faculty of Communication
DEPARTMENT OF PRESS AND PUBLISHING
3.1.1. Introduction to Behavioral Sciences I & II (PSYC100 & SOCY100)
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being
This course, offered over two separate semesters, examines the intrinsic relationship between the individual and society, as well as the processes through which individuals are formed as social beings. Topics such as socialization, agents of socialization, interpersonal relations, political relations, and psychological approaches are discussed through examples. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 3.
3.1.2. History of Communication (JRB 106)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course establishes a relationship between culture and communication and focuses on the historical development of communication. By examining the characteristics of mass communication, issues such as institutionalization, alienation, monopolization, globalization, and identity are analyzed within a historical framework. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.1.3. Creative Writing (JRB 205)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course aims to engage students in practical activities that enhance creativity in writing. It introduces students to the fundamental concepts of creative writing and storytelling. Students who successfully complete the course will be able to discuss narrative creatively, express emotions and ideas through writing, and construct stories. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.1.4. Sociology of Communication (JRB 206)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course focuses on the emergence of mass communication and the social transformations it has produced. Topics include the concept and development of mass communication, the historical evolution of mass communication research, liberal and critical approaches, media’s ideological and cultural functions, media sociology, news and reality, identity and representation in media, globalization and consumer society, internet and participation, media and democracy, and media and gender. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 4.
3.1.5. Mass Communication Theories (JRB 302)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course examines the theoretical dimensions of the interaction between mass communication and social, political, and cultural structures. Concepts such as mass psychology, consumer society, popular culture, mass culture, the Frankfurt School, public sphere, information, power, ideology, liberalism, structuralism, post-structuralism, modernity, and post-modernity are discussed. The course also addresses mass communication models, the digital restructuring of communication, and cultivation theory, focusing on the social effects of television. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 4.
3.1.6. Effective Communication and Education (JRB 304)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
Within the framework of effective communication techniques and skills, this course explores education as a communicative tool, language development, the social dimensions of education, communication and social culture, communication and socialization, media effects and theoretical approaches, and technological developments in education. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 4.
3.1.7. Research Methods in Social Sciences (JRB 303)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course is designed to teach research methods, concepts, and techniques. Topics include qualitative and quantitative research approaches, research stages, descriptive methods, measurement and measurement tools, scale types, correlational and experimental methods, research ethics, and the evaluation of scientific research. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 4.
3.1.8. Philosophy of Communication (JRB 305)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course focuses on the relationship between philosophy and communication. It covers basic philosophical concepts, areas of philosophy, its relationship with other sciences, philosophical movements, the development of philosophical perspectives, and communication studies. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 4.
3.1.9. Media Ethics (JRB 104)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
This course examines the transition from media law to media ethics and discusses the historical position of mass media and press ethics. The relationship between law and ethics, as well as media ethics in terms of public service and responsibility, are also covered. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 5.
3.1.10. Communication Law (JRB 204)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
This course analyzes mass communication from a legal perspective. Laws applied in the TRNC, Türkiye, and worldwide are examined comparatively. Topics include violations of personal rights, the right of reply and correction, the European Convention on Transfrontier Television, and Law No. 3984. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 5.
3.1.11. Human Rights and Journalism (JRB 301)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
This course introduces international human rights in both theory and practice. The emergence of human rights, their national and non-governmental dimensions, and their relationship with journalism are examined through published news. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 5.
3.1.12. Media and Culture (JRB 310)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
Popular culture is examined as the culture of modern capitalist societies. The role of media—particularly radio and television—in circulating popular culture is emphasized. Throughout the semester, students analyze popular culture through affirmative and critical perspectives, focusing on concepts such as modern society, post-modernism, mass culture, and the culture industry. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 5.
3.1.13. Investigative Journalism and Ethics (JRB 404)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
This course emphasizes the necessity of using research techniques in journalism and maintaining close follow-up of news stories. Media ethics and the ethical rules journalists must follow are highlighted. Topics also include press ethics, and the relationship between law and ethics in terms of public service and responsibility. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 5.
3.1.14. Economics of Journalism (JRB 203)
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
This course provides information on the profit–loss structures of media organizations, management systems, and departments such as news, economy, personnel, and marketing. The effects of American and European economic conditions on Turkish media are examined, along with existing problems and proposed solutions. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 8.
3.1.15. Introduction to Information Systems and Computers I & II (COMP103 & COMP104)
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
This course introduces computer and information systems. Topics include computer components, operating systems, design and graphics software such as QuarkXPress and Photoshop, and practical applications such as page layout, brochures, business cards, and bookmarks. The skills and competencies gained are directly related to SDG 9.
DEPARTMENT OF NEW MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION
3.2.1. Introduction to Behavioral Sciences I and II (PSYC100 and SOCY100)
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being
Offered over two separate semesters, this course examines the intrinsic relationship between the individual and society and the processes through which individuals are formed as social beings. Topics include socialization, agents of socialization, interpersonal relations, political relations, and psychological approaches, supported by examples. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 3.
3.2.2. Creative Writing (YMB 209)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
Creative writing is not limited to the media sector but addresses all areas from literature to media-related fields. It emphasizes creativity in the act of writing, particularly in producing new written works. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.2.3. Information Technology Law (YMB 206)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
The aim of this course is to teach solutions to legal problems arising from the use of information technologies. IT law seeks to prevent harm to individuals caused by the misuse of digital networks. Students gain the ability to understand and interpret constantly evolving information systems. Topics include the internet, informatics, multimedia, personal data protection law, and the legal impacts of current technological developments. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 5.
3.2.4. Communication Ethics (YMB 408)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
Students gain an understanding of the communication process, its importance, and necessity. The course covers types of communication, barriers to communication, ethical behavior in professional and social life, written, verbal, and non-verbal communication, and methods to overcome communication barriers. Ethical and moral concepts such as right and wrong, professional rules, social change, popular culture, and media ethics are examined through philosophical and practical approaches. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 5.
3.2.5. Statistics (YMB 201)
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
This course provides students with knowledge of data organization and analysis, frequency tables, graphical representations, measures of central tendency, dispersion measures, sampling distributions, and estimation methods. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 8.
3.2.6. Introduction to Economics (YMB 207)
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
The course aims to explain the rules governing economic activities and to help students understand and interpret economic phenomena. Topics include basic economic concepts, price systems, macroeconomic indicators, monetary theory, international economics, inflation, unemployment, development issues, and solution methods. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 8.
3.2.7. Introduction to Computers I and II (BIL103 and BIL104)
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
This course introduces the history of computers, their use in business, hardware and software components, management information systems, operating systems, and decision support systems. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 9.
3.2.8. Web Publishing (YMB 309)
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
This course covers mobile devices, mobile applications, application development, web services, and database use. Students gain practical experience through team-based application development projects. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 9.
3.2.9. Web Literacy (YMB 310)
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
The course focuses on understanding web-based technologies, mobile platforms, application development frameworks, and practical digital literacy skills. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 9.
3.2.10. Cyber Culture (YMB 406)
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
Students explore cyber culture, digital identity, online communities, network culture, digitalization, social movements, hacker culture, intellectual property, and open-source movements. The course examines how digital technologies transform perceptions of reality and identity. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 10.
3.2.11. Communication Ethics (YMB 408)
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
This course emphasizes ethical communication practices, professional conduct, ethical codes, and self-regulation mechanisms in communication fields. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 10.
3.2.12. Introduction to Marketing (YMB 205)
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
Topics include marketing concepts, new trends, market segmentation, positioning, marketing mix strategies, and sales management. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 12.
3.2.13. Marketing Strategies (YMB 208)
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
The course examines environmental factors affecting marketing strategies, market research, segmentation, targeting, positioning, and modern marketing approaches. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 12.
3.2.14. Advertising in New Media (YMB 210)
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
This course provides knowledge on the effective use of new media in advertising projects. It covers digital marketing strategies, new advertising trends, and practical case studies. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 12.
3.2.15. Introduction to Economics (YMB 207)
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
This course analyzes economic concepts, macroeconomic indicators, inflation, unemployment, and development issues within the context of responsible consumption and production. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 12.
3.2.16. Information Technology Law (YMB 206)
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
The course focuses on legal issues arising from information technologies, digital rights, personal data protection, and cyber law. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 16.
3.2.17. Organizational Behavior I and II (YMB 301 and YMB 302)
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
This course examines psychological and sociological aspects of human behavior, interpersonal interaction, organizational communication, leadership, motivation, decision-making, conflict management, and organizational change. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 17.
3.2.18. Marketing Strategies (YMB 208)
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
The course explores strategic marketing concepts and collaborative approaches to achieving organizational goals. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 17.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC RELATIONS AND PROMOTION
3.3.1. Introduction to Behavioral Sciences I and II (PSYC100 and SOCY100)
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being
Offered over two semesters, this course examines the intrinsic relationship between the individual and society and the processes through which individuals become social beings. Topics include socialization, agents of socialization, interpersonal relations, political relations, and psychological approaches, supported by examples. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 3.
3.3.2. Introduction to Business Administration I and II (PRE103 and PRE106)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course covers the fundamental concepts, objectives, and types of business enterprises, as well as their legal structures. It introduces management, production, marketing, finance, human resources, accounting, public relations, and research and development functions. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.3.3. Organizational Communication (PRE304)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course examines the concept and importance of organizational communication, organized communication practices, their characteristics and principles, organizational and planning processes, departmentalization, staffing, directing, and controlling. Changes in organizational structures from classical approaches to the present are also discussed. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.3.4. Mass Communication Theories (PRE302)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course analyzes the theoretical dimensions of the interaction between mass communication and social, political, and cultural structures. Topics include mass psychology, consumer society, popular culture, mass culture, the Frankfurt School, the public sphere, information, power, ideology, liberalism, structuralism, post-structuralism, modernity, and postmodernity. Mass communication models, digital restructuring of communication, and the social effects of television are also examined. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.3.5. Creative Writing (PRE205)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course aims to improve students’ creativity in writing through applied exercises. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.3.6. Communication Law (PRE206)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
This course examines mass communication from a legal perspective. Communication laws applied in the TRNC, Türkiye, and worldwide are analyzed comparatively. Topics include violations of personal rights, the right of reply and correction, the European Convention on Transfrontier Television, and Law No. 3984. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 5.
3.3.7. Communication Sociology (PRE203)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of sociology and emphasizes sociological thinking. Topics include the definition, scope, and history of sociology, dynamics of modern society, socialization, culture, and sociological research methods. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 5.
3.3.8. Introduction to Economics I (PRE209)
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
The course explains economic concepts and the functioning of economic systems. Topics include price mechanisms, macroeconomic indicators, monetary theory, international economics, inflation, unemployment, development issues, and policy responses. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 8.
3.3.9. Statistics I (PRE211)
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
Students learn data organization and analysis, frequency tables, graphical representations, measures of central tendency and dispersion, sampling distributions, estimation methods, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 8.
3.3.10. Organizational Communication (PRE304)
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
This course focuses on organizational communication processes, planning, structuring, coordination, control mechanisms, and contemporary organizational models. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 9.
3.3.11. Mass Communication Theories (PRE302)
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
The course examines mass communication theories, models, and the transformation of communication in digital environments, as well as the social effects of mass media. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 9.
3.3.12. Communication Law (PRE206)
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
This course analyzes communication laws with a focus on equality, individual rights, and legal protections in mass communication. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 10.
3.3.13. Consumer Behavior (PRE308)
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
The course examines consumer behavior, decision-making processes, cultural and social influences, motivation, perception, and learning through examples and applications. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 12.
3.3.14. Communication Law (PRE206)
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
This course addresses communication law within the framework of justice, institutional responsibility, and legal governance. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 16.
3.3.15. Communication Ethics (PRE408)
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Covering journalism, public relations, advertising, and broadcasting, this course focuses on ethical issues such as censorship, gender discrimination, conflicts of interest, minority representation, and professional values. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 16.
3.3.16. Introduction to Political Science (PRE201)
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
This course introduces political science concepts including power, the state, authority, legitimacy, political parties, pressure groups, public opinion, and political propaganda. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 16.
3.3.17. Marketing Management (PRE311)
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
The course aims to equip students with analytical perspectives and strategic skills in managing marketing decisions to achieve organizational goals and build partnerships. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 17.
3.3.18. Public Relations Campaign (PRE403)
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
Students design and implement PR campaigns, including situation analysis, research, target audience identification, creative planning, budgeting, implementation, and evaluation. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 17.
3.3.19. Advertising (PRE404)
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
This course focuses on advertising concepts, creativity, production processes, and practical applications such as advertising film analysis and scenario development. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 17.
DEPARTMENT OF RADIO, TELEVISION, AND CINEMA
3.4.1. Introduction to Behavioral Sciences I and II (PSYC100 and SOCY100)
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being
Offered over two semesters, this course examines the intrinsic relationship between the individual and society and the processes through which individuals become social beings. Topics include socialization, agents of socialization, interpersonal relations, political relations, and psychological approaches, supported by examples. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 3.
3.4.2. Communication Sociology (PRE203)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of sociology. Its aim is to develop an understanding of sociological thinking and to analyze both contemporary and historical social issues using sociological approaches. Topics include the definition, scope, and importance of sociology; its historical development; key dynamics of modern society; socialization and social institutions; culture and society. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.4.3. Creative Writing (PRE205)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course aims to improve students’ creativity in writing through applied exercises. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.4.4. Mass Communication Theories (PRE302)
SDG 4 – Quality Education
This course examines the theoretical dimensions of the interaction between mass communication and social, political, and cultural structures. Topics include mass psychology, consumer society, popular culture, mass culture, the Frankfurt School, the public sphere, information, power, ideology, liberalism, structuralism, post-structuralism, modernity, and postmodernity. Mass communication models, the digital restructuring of communication, and the social effects of television are also discussed. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 4.
3.4.5. Communication Law (PRE206)
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
This course analyzes mass communication from a legal perspective. Communication laws applied in the TRNC, Türkiye, and globally are examined comparatively. Topics include violations of personal rights, the right of reply and correction, the European Convention on Transfrontier Television, and Law No. 3984. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 5.
3.4.6. Introduction to Economics (RTC211)
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
The aim of this course is to enable students to understand and interpret economic phenomena and the rules governing economic activities. Topics include fundamental economic concepts, the price system, macroeconomic indicators, monetary theory, international economics, inflation, unemployment, development issues, and policy solutions. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 8.
3.4.7. Introduction to Information Systems and Computers I and II (COMP103 and COMP104)
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
This course introduces computers and information systems and their applications. Topics include computer hardware components, operating systems, basic software usage, graphic design applications (such as QuarkXPress and Photoshop), document creation, page layout, brochure design, business card preparation, and bookmark design through applied instruction. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 9.
3.4.8. Communication Law (PRE206)
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
This course examines communication law with an emphasis on equality, rights, and legal protections in mass communication. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 10.
3.4.9. Introduction to Economics (RTC211)
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
This course focuses on understanding economic systems, economic decision-making, and sustainable development issues. Topics include economic growth, inflation, unemployment, development challenges, and economic policy measures. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 12.
3.4.10. Mass Communication Research (RTC339)
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
This course aims to develop students’ understanding of the research process and research methodologies. It covers the stages of research, qualitative and quantitative methods, project development, data collection, and analysis. Students are prepared to conduct independent research projects. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 12.
3.4.11. Communication Law (PRE206)
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
This course examines communication law in the context of justice, institutional responsibility, and governance. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 16.
3.4.12. Introduction to Political Science (PRE201)
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
This course introduces political science concepts including power, the state, authority, legitimacy, political parties, pressure groups, public opinion, and political propaganda. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 16.
3.4.13. Mass Communication Theories (RTC332)
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
This course examines the theoretical relationship between mass communication and social, political, and cultural structures. Topics include mass psychology, consumer society, popular culture, the Frankfurt School, public sphere theory, ideology, and the transformation of communication in digital environments. The skills and competencies gained from this course are directly related to SDG 17.