View Course ITU23

Session: November 2026
Institution: Istanbul Technical University (ITU)
Title: Transition From The Late Ottoman Era To The Republican Türkiye
Code: ITU23
Type of Course: Classic ATHENS course
Location: Istanbul Technical University
Address: ITU Ayazağa Campus
City: Istanbul
Minimum Year of Study: 0
Language of Tuition: English
Prerequisites: None.
Objectives: To introduce the foundation of the Turkish Republic.
Programme to be Followed: Late Ottoman history:
Modernization Attempts 19th century Reforms
The foundation of Committee of Union and Progress (CUP)
Idelogies of the late 19th century
1908-1918: CUP
1919-1923: National Struggle and Lausanne Conference
1923: Establishment of the Republic
Course Exam
Professor Responsible: Dr. Pelin Helvaci
Participating professors
EDA Estimated Start Time: 14/11/2026 15:00
Cost of EDA: 40EURO
EDA Content: On Saturday, November 14th, we are planning a "welcome event" at 15:00. "Turkish Tea/Coffee & Turkish Delight" Meeting point: ITU Ayazaga Campus.
(obligatory - the first event of European Dimension Activities, EDA fees will also be collected during this event)
On Sunday, November 15th, we are planning to go to Prince's Islands by ferry at 11:00. Meeting point: Kabataş Pier. The event will include orienteering and a guided tour of the island with snacks. (obligatory - the second event of European Dimension Activities)

*Alternative plans will be available depending on the weather conditions.

On Wednesday, November 18th, we are planning a traditional dinner at the restaurant at 19.00. (obligatory - the last event of European Dimension Activities) - FAREWELL DINNER !

More detailed information will be provided in due course.
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