Psikoloji (İngilizce) Lisans Diploması

ISCO 08

ISCO 08

Our vision is to be a department that is among the top fifty psychology programs in the world with the education it will provide in line with the mission and vision of our university; to provide a democratic and scientific learning environment; to train graduates with ethical values and scientific perspective. Our mission is to create an institutionalized education and training organizational structure that is a pioneer in international and national universities with the education it provides, contributes to the advancement of contemporary psychology science with the scientific research it produces, and aims to provide the highest quality service to the society with the psychologists it trains. Our students will acquire the ability to define and apply the basic objectives of psychology and the four basic theories of psychology (Learning and cognition; Psychometrics; Biological foundations of behavior and mental processes; Developmental psychology). Will acquire the ability to design scientific investigations using appropriate research methods to answer questions related to psychology. Gain the ability to solve questions related to behavior and mental processes with a scientific approach using inquisitive and creative thinking.

Teaching objectives of the Department of Psychology:

1. Students to have basic professional knowledge in the field of Psychology, to develop the ability to carry out theory and practice together, to have an analytical and holistic perspective and to make analytical thinking a principle

2. Our academic staff, in cooperation with students and the university, to carry out studies that will enrich the field of Psychology by considering the public interest; to provide beneficial services to science and society through academic activities and training programs supported by international collaborations

3. Our students and graduates are aware of the current problems in the field of Psychology and try to solve these problems without moving away from professional ethics

4. Our students and graduates are aware of the current problems brought by the age in the field of Psychology; They try to solve these problems without straying from professional ethics.

5. Our students and graduates are individuals who have professional responsibility and ethical awareness and reflect this awareness to their professional lives, and work with the aim of protecting and glorifying the honor of the profession and public health in their professional initiatives.

Learning takes place in the form of formal, open or distance education. In addition, practical training is carried out in laboratories and workshops within higher education institutions or as internships or workplace training in industry, health institutions and workplaces. This program is offered in English and with full scholarship or 50% scholarship.

• Students will know the basic concepts and theories, empirical findings and historical approaches of psychology.
• Students will have knowledge of the four main areas of psychology (1. Learning and cognition; 2. Psychometrics; 3. Biological bases of behavior and mental processes; 4. Developmental psychology).
• Students will be able to apply the four main psychological theories to personal, social and organizational issues.
• Students will be able to use research methods in psychology, demonstrating the ability to formulate appropriate research questions, optimize the resources required for a research design, and effectively direct those resources in data collection and analysis.
• Students will be able to reach scientific conclusions and report these conclusions in accordance with the ethical guidelines of psychology.
• Students will be able to use a questioning and creative perspective in analyzing both the inner world of individuals and their relationships with their environment, types of interpersonal relationships and the Zeitgeist from a psychological perspective.
• Students will have knowledge of different areas of psychology (clinical, counseling, industrial/organizational, health, forensic, media, etc.) and will be able to produce effective solutions to problems related to these areas.
• Students will be able to apply computer technologies used in psychology to both academic and professional settings.
• Students will be able to communicate effectively (written and oral) in both academic and professional environments.

The following key competencies are acquired at an advanced level.

• Ability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
• Learning Competence
• Communication and Social Competence
• Literacy competence
• Multilingual competence
• Digital competence
• Personal, social and learning to learn competence
• Citizenship competence
• Cultural awareness and expressive competence

For each course, students are subjected to a final exam, separate from the midterm exams and other courses. There is at least one midterm exam per semester. In addition to the midterm exams, exams may be held without prior announcement. Final exams are held according to the program announced by the university. Final grades are determined by the instructors taking into account the score in the final exam, the scores in the midterm exams, and the course work and class participation during the semester. Make-up exams are given to students who cannot take the final exam due to acceptable excuses. Final grades are expressed in letter grades. AA is 4.00, BA 3.50, BB 3.00, CB 2.50, CC 2.00, DC 1.50, DD 1.00 and F 0.00.

Students' performance level is determined by calculating the semester grade point average and cumulative grade point average. The credit points earned by a student in a course are calculated by multiplying the credit hours of the course and the value of the final letter grade. For repeated courses, the final grade is not taken into account. All grades are shown on the student's transcript. Students with a minimum cumulative GPA and a minimum semester GPA are in satisfactory status. Students with cumulative GPAs of 3.00-3.49 are in honors status and students with 3.50-4.00 are in high honors status. Students with a cumulative GPA and a semester GPA below 2.00 have unsatisfactory status. Students without unsatisfactory status, who have a cumulative GPA below 1.80 in their second or higher semester, may repeat courses only until they reach a cumulative GPA of at least 1.80.

To oversee the quality of higher education programs;

- YÖK is responsible for planning, organizing, managing and supervising education and training and other activities in higher education institutions.

- “University Monitoring and Evaluation Reports” of higher education institutions prepared within the framework of the criteria determined by YÖK are published every year. The reports prepared according to these reports, including quantitative and qualitative evaluations of higher education institutions, are shared with the public by YÖK.

- “Foundation Higher Education Institutions Report” containing academic, administrative and financial data of foundation higher education institutions is published annually by CoHE. These reports, which include quantitative and qualitative evaluations of foundation higher education institutions, are shared with the public by YÖK. Quality assurance of undergraduate programs in higher education is ensured according to the “Procedures and Principles for Ensuring Quality Assurance of Higher Education Diploma Programs”:

1. Creation and Approval of Curricula: YÖK determines the minimum standards and criteria required for the opening of undergraduate departments and programs in higher education institutions.

1.1. The curriculum of undergraduate programs in higher education institutions and the learning outcomes that each program will provide to the student are determined by the senates of higher education institutions in accordance with the basic principles determined by YÖK on these issues. 1.2. The curricula of the National Core Curriculum are adopted by the relevant Council of Deans and implemented by higher education institutions with the approval of the Council of Higher Education.

2. Assessment and Evaluation: The measurement and evaluation of the learning outcomes of each undergraduate program is carried out according to the teaching and examination regulations prepared by higher education institutions in accordance with the basic principles determined by YÖK on these issues.

3. Certification: Students enrolled in undergraduate programs, if they successfully complete the course credits and other obligations determined by higher education institutions; receive a bachelor's degree.

4. Self-Assessment-External Evaluation: In the context of continuous monitoring, higher education institutions enter their “Institutional Internal Evaluation Reports” for the previous year into the Information System prepared by the Higher Education Quality Council (YÖKAK) at the beginning of each year.

YÖKAK publicizes the “Institutional Feedback Report” prepared for the external evaluation of higher education institutions.

shared. In addition, accreditation decisions issued by accreditation bodies authorized or recognized by YÖKAK also indicate that the quality assurance of the qualifications of the programs is ensured.YÖKAK conducts regular review activities regarding the qualifications determined in accordance with the legislation.

Association for Evaluation and Accreditation of Curricula of Faculties of Science, Literature, Arts and Sciences, Language and History Geography (FEDEK)

Accreditation Start/End Date:

April 15, 2024- September 30, 2026

1. Graduating from secondary education institutions or secondary education institutions of foreign countries whose equivalence is approved by the Ministry of National Education and meeting the admission requirements for undergraduate programs of higher education institutions.

2. To be placed in the relevant undergraduate program of the higher education institution as a result of the central exam conducted by the Measurement, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM), the procedures and principles of which are determined by YÖK.

3. To be placed in undergraduate programs that are the continuation of the fields they have completed in higher education institutions for associate degree graduates as a result of the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS) conducted by ÖSYM, whose procedures and principles are determined by YÖK.

Istanbul Altınbaş University Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences Department of Psychology aims to educate its students as innovative and entrepreneurial psychologists who will make a difference in the field of psychology with their knowledge, equipment and communication skills.

Students who graduate from the undergraduate program of the Department of Psychology receive a diploma with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, just like other Psychology department graduates in our country. In addition, our students are introduced to the realities of the business world during their education and have the opportunity to meet and benefit from the experiences of leading academics and professionals in the profession through elective courses, conferences and seminars. Our graduates can work in various public and private sector institutions serving in many different fields such as health, education, industry and industry organizations, social service institutions, research centers.

Bachelor of Psychology graduates can work in the public sector as psychologists appointed as psychologists by the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Justice and Internal Affairs, Ministry of Justice General Directorate of Prisons and Detention Houses, General Directorate of Security, General Directorate of Social Services and Child Protection Agency with KPSS. When some special conditions are met, they can also work in institutions affiliated to the Ministry of National Education. In terms of both personal development and academic, scientific and professional competence, it is recommended that undergraduate graduates do postgraduate education in different subfields of psychology (such as clinical, social, developmental, cognitive, experimental, industrial/organizational psychology) in order to serve as experts in their fields.

1. Those with a bachelor's degree may apply to master's programs and related doctorate and PhD students admitted with a bachelor's degree if they meet the requirements can continue their proficiency in art programs.

2. Undergraduate students may continue their studies at the higher education institutions have the right to participate in the double major programs they open. Double major programs, students enrolled in two diploma programs simultaneously and if they are successful, they will receive two separate undergraduate diplomas. they can take it.

1. Higher Education Law No. 2547

1.1. Regulation on the Principles of Transferring Between Associate Degree and Undergraduate Programs, Double Major, Minor and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer in Higher Education Institutions

1.2. Regulation on the Continuation of Graduates of Vocational Schools and Open Education Associate Degree Programs to Undergraduate Education

Law No. 2547 on Higher Education (Additional Article-35)

2.1. Regulation on Higher Education Quality Assurance and Higher Education Quality Board

The qualification is valid at all times.