RAR Institute Announces Course PS102: Fundamentals of Government & Politics

The Rohingya Academic Research Institute (RAR Institute) is pleased to announce the commencement of Course PS102: Fundamentals of Government & Politics, offered under the Associate Degree in Political Science (Semester One).

The course will be instructed by Dr. Mohammed Hashiru, a distinguished academic, Instructor, and Advisory Board Member of RAR Institute based in Turkey. His expertise in political science and higher education will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of government and political systems.

Course Overview

Fundamentals of Government & Politics (PS102) is designed to establish a strong academic foundation in the study of political science by introducing students to the concepts, institutions, and processes that shape governments and governance around the world.

The course aims to:

Develop students’ understanding of government structures and political institutions.
Strengthen critical thinking and analytical skills in political analysis.
Introduce key concepts of governance, accountability, and public administration.
Enhance students’ ability to examine political systems from comparative and contemporary perspectives.
Prepare learners for advanced studies in political science, international relations, public administration, and related disciplines.

The course will be delivered through five structured teaching sessions, followed by a comprehensive end-of-course assessment to evaluate students’ academic achievement and understanding.

Course Information

Course Title: Fundamentals of Government & Politics (PS102)
Programme: Associate Degree in Political Science
Semester: One
Instructor: Dr. Mohammed Hashiru
Position: Instructor & Advisory Board Member, RAR Institute (Turkey)

Weekly Course Schedule

The course will be conducted every Friday, covering the following topics:

Foundations of Government and Politics
Organs and Functions of Government
Forms and Systems of Government
Political Institutions and Political Processes
Governance, Accountability, and Contemporary Politics

Through the Associate Degree in Political Science, RAR Institute continues its commitment to providing structured, research-oriented, and internationally aligned higher education for Rohingya learners. The programme is designed to equip students with rigorous academic knowledge, critical analytical abilities, and practical competencies necessary for leadership, public service, research, and further academic pursuits in Political Science and related disciplines.

RAR Institute remains dedicated to expanding access to quality higher education and empowering the next generation of scholars, researchers, and community leaders through excellence in teaching, research, and academic innovation.