Psychology
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of Psychology
Course Details
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of Psychology
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99301020 | Psychology of Close Relationships | 2025 | Autumn | 3 | 3+0+0 | 3 | 4 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Presentation and Discussion |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Asst. Prof. Muhammed ARIKAN |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Prof. Muhammed ARIKAN | C-124 | [email protected] | 7512 | Wednesday 14.00-15.30 |
Course Content
This course examines the psychological foundations, development, and dynamics of close relationships from a multidimensional perspective. The course begins by examining the definition, types, and theoretical frameworks of close relationships; fundamental topics such as love, attachment, attraction, and the beginning of a relationship are covered in detail. Subsequently, factors that play a role in maintaining relationships, such as communication, conflict resolution, trust, loyalty, and commitment, are addressed.
Objectives of the Course
This course will cover the psychological dynamics, theoretical foundations, and practical dimensions of close relationships. The aim is for students to understand how romantic relationships, friendships, and family relationships are formed, developed, and maintained; to be able to distinguish healthy and unhealthy patterns in relationships; and to comprehend the effects of cultural, gender, and individual differences on relationships. Furthermore, students will be able to follow current research findings in the field of intimate relationships and apply this knowledge in both personal and professional contexts.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | To have the theory, theory and application skills of psychology. | 4 |
| P12 | Has the basic knowledge to observe and explain the cognitive, emotional and social relationships of individuals in multiple ways. | 4 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Defines the fundamental concepts and terminology of psychology and explains the history of psychological theories and models. | P.1.1 | 1 |
| O2 | Understands the basic information related to individuals' cognitive, emotional, and social relationships at a fundamental level. | P.12.1 | 1 |
| O3 | Analyzes the reasons and consequences of human behaviors. | P.12.5 | 1 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, Definition, Scope, and Importance of Close Relationships |
| 2 | How Do Relationships Begin?: Attraction and Relationship Development |
| 3 | Love, Passion, and Intimacy |
| 4 | Cognitive and Motivational Processes |
| 5 | Mutual Dependence and Selfhood |
| 6 | Confilict |
| 7 | Introduction to Attachment Theory |
| 8 | Midterm |
| 9 | Adult Attachment and Romantic Relationships |
| 10 | Emotion Regulation and Stress |
| 11 | Culture and Close Relations |
| 12 | Conflict, Emotions, and Relationship Satisfaction |
| 13 | Separation, Divorce, and the End of Relationships |
| 14 | Current Topics and General Assessment |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Hendrick, S. S. (2016). Yakın ilişkiler psikolojisi: Understanding close relationships (A. Dönmez, A. Büyükşahin Sunal, I. Çoklar, M. Güler & N. Taluy, Çev.). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. |
| Can, F., Ergül Topçu, A., Topçu, G., & Keskin, S. (Ed.). (2024). Psikolojide yakın ilişkiler (1. bs.). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. | |
| Sümer, N. (2021). Bağlanma Kuramı. Sosyal Bilimler Ansiklopedisi. (Cilt I, s. 113). TÜBİTAK Bilim Yayınları. | |
| Kırımer-Aydınlı, F., & Sümer, N. (2020). Bireysel ve İlişkisel Bağlamda Algılanan Partner Duyarlığı: Derleme Çalışması. Türk Psikoloji Yazıları, 23, 89-100. | |
| Sakman, N., & Sümer, E. (2018). Güvensiz bağlanma neden yaygın? Bir erken uyarı ve uzaklaşma sistemi olarak güvensiz bağlanma. [Why is insecure attachment prevalent? Insecure attachment as an early alarm and escape system]. Türk Psikoloji Yazıları. 21(42), 1-13. | |
| Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2010). Benlik, Aile ve İnsan Gelişimi. Koç Üniversitesi Yayınları. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Listening | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 | 40 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 | 60 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 142 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 4,73 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 5 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Defines the fundamental concepts and terminology of psychology and explains the history of psychological theories and models. | 4 | - |
| O2 | Understands the basic information related to individuals' cognitive, emotional, and social relationships at a fundamental level. | - | 4 |
| O3 | Analyzes the reasons and consequences of human behaviors. | - | 4 |