Tıp Lisans Diploması

The primary mission of Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, University of Health Sciences, is to educate physicians who possess sufficient knowledge and skills in the field of medicine; who closely follow and effectively utilize national and international scientific and technological advancements; who can adapt to innovations; who are aware of the importance of lifelong learning and evidence-based decision-making; who are inquisitive, investigative, and critical thinkers in both professional and academic settings; who are capable of practicing medicine in all levels of healthcare institutions; who have effective communication skills and value teamwork; who can solve problems they encounter for the first time; who are competent in addressing national and global health issues and can produce appropriate solutions; who are able to bridge the gap between medical science and the health needs of society; who act in accordance with the values of the medical profession; who are committed to serving their country and humanity; and who treat their patients with compassion and responsibility, embracing all universal ethical principles.

The learning environment of Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine is designed to support the integrated development of students’ knowledge, skills, and professional attitudes through a student-centered and evidence-based educational approach. The structure encourages active participation and engagement across all phases of education, utilizing interactive and experiential teaching methods.

During the first three years, students receive education in the historic Mekteb-i Tıbbiye-i Şahane building, where they benefit from modern lecture halls, small-group classrooms, multidisciplinary laboratories, clinical skills and simulation labs. Active learning strategies such as Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Team-Based Learning (TBL), and case-based discussions are routinely employed. Independent study is supported by a 24/7 open study hall and access to rich collections in both physical and digital libraries.

Clinical education is carried out in collaboration with affiliated hospitals under the protocol signed between the University of Health Sciences and the Ministry of Health. Students participate in clinical clerkships during the fourth and fifth years, and engage in supervised internship (internship year) during the sixth year, gaining real-life experience in medical practice. These settings provide opportunities for students to enhance their diagnostic, communication, and teamwork skills within interdisciplinary clinical teams.

In addition, students participate in applied training at the Council of Forensic Medicine (Adli Tıp Kurumu), where they observe forensic procedures and learn about medico-legal reporting. They also rotate through primary care institutions, including Family Health Centers (ASM) and Community Health Centers (TSM), where they gain firsthand experience in community-based and preventive medicine, and in delivering patient-centered care at the primary level.

The learning environment is further supported by digital infrastructures, including student information systems (ÖBS), academic performance tracking (i-Karne), and online educational platforms. Academic advising, psychological and career counseling services, student clubs, and national/international exchange programs contribute to students’ professional and personal development.

Overall, the learning environment at Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine is safe, accessible, inclusive, ethically grounded, and continuously improving. It is regularly evaluated and enhanced through structured feedback from students and academic staff.

1. He/she has sufficient knowledge in the field of medicine, is aware that knowledge and evidence may change over time, can access and update information according to learning needs, can produce knowledge when necessary using scientific methods, and can use this knowledge as a basis for medical practice in health and disease processes.
2. He/she has sufficient foreign language proficiency to follow developments in the field of medicine.
   He/she can benefit from field-specific scientific and technological advancements and utilize lifelong learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
3. He/she knows the basic structure, development, and normal functions of the human body at the molecular, cellular, tissue, organ, and system levels.
   He/she can distinguish between anatomical and physiological variations that may arise during normal development and pathological differences.
4. He/she questions abnormal structures and functions in the human body by considering the individual’s interaction with their environment, explains diseases through high-quality scientific research and evidence-based medical practices, and possesses the knowledge and skills required for preliminary diagnosis, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases.

5. He/she obtains the medical history from patients and/or their relatives regarding diagnosis, performs a complete and detailed physical examination, and evaluates diagnostic tests.

6. He/she performs medical procedures for diagnostic, therapeutic, or preventive purposes and manages treatment processes using appropriate clinical steps.

7. He/she plans and applies appropriate, safe, and evidence-based rational treatments for patients, and resolves individual and community health problems through evidence-based practices.
   He/she plans and implements interventions aimed at the protection and improvement of individual and public health.

8. He/she uses available health service resources efficiently for the benefit of individuals in the society. He/she is familiar with preventive and family medicine practices for individuals, families, and communities and performs these within the framework of basic epidemiological and statistical principles, providing health education when necessary.

9. He/she accurately and securely organizes, documents, and records health and disease-related data obtained from individuals and the community.
   He/she understands and applies the processes of informed consent.

10. In performing medical practices, he/she fulfills responsibilities in accordance with professional values, universal ethical principles, and legal regulations, without discrimination based on language, religion, race, gender, social, economic, or cultural background. He/she uses effective management and communication skills and collaborates with colleagues and other healthcare professionals in the processes of protecting and promoting health and managing diseases at both individual and community levels. He/she understands the basic principles of teamwork and, when necessary, possesses foundational knowledge of leadership and healthcare organization to lead healthcare teams.

The individual possesses an advanced level of the following key competences:

• Literacy competence

• Multilingual competence

• Mathematical competence and competence in science, technology, and engineering

• Digital competence

• Personal, social and learning to learn competence

• Citizenship competence

• Entrepreneurship competence

• Cultural awareness and expression competence

At Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, a wide range of structured assessment and evaluation methods are implemented to comprehensively measure students’ levels of knowledge, skills, and attitudes. These methods are designed in alignment with the National Core Curriculum for Undergraduate Medical Education (UCEP), the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ), and the educational objectives of the faculty. 

The following regulations are taken into consideration in assessment and evaluation processes:

The Undergraduate and Associate Degree Education and Training Regulation of the University of Health Sciences,
The Education, Training and Examination Directive of the Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, University of Health Sciences,
The Internship Directive of the Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, University of Health Sciences, and
The Directive on Excuse Procedures and Justified and Valid Reasons of the University of Health Sciences.

In order to safeguard the quality of higher education programs:

The Council of Higher Education is responsible for the planning, regulation, management, and supervision of education, training, and other activities carried out in higher education institutions.

Each year, University Monitoring and Evaluation Reports are published by the Council of Higher Education based on criteria it has established. These reports provide both quantitative and qualitative evaluations of higher education institutions and are shared with the public.

The Council of Higher Education also publishes an annual report titled Foundation Higher Education Institutions Report, which includes academic, administrative, and financial data pertaining to foundation universities. These reports also contain institutional evaluations and are made publicly available.

The quality assurance of undergraduate degree programs in higher education is carried out in accordance with the "Procedures and Principles Regarding the Quality Assurance of Higher Education Diploma Programs":

1. Curriculum Design and Approval

1.1. The Council of Higher Education determines the minimum standards and criteria required for the establishment of undergraduate departments and programs in higher education institutions.

1.2. The curricula and learning outcomes of undergraduate programs are determined by the university senates, in accordance with the core principles set forth by the Council of Higher Education.

1.3. National Core Education Programs, once approved by the relevant Deans' Councils, are implemented by higher education institutions upon ratification by the Council of Higher Education.

2. Assessment and Evaluation

The assessment and evaluation of learning outcomes for each undergraduate program are conducted according to the education and examination regulations prepared by the respective higher education institutions, in alignment with the fundamental principles set by the Council of Higher Education.

3. Certification

Students enrolled in undergraduate programs are awarded a bachelor’s degree diploma upon successful completion of all required course credits and program obligations determined by their institution.

4. Self-Evaluation and External Evaluation

As part of continuous monitoring, higher education institutions submit Institutional Self-Evaluation Reports to the Higher Education Quality Council annually, covering the previous academic year. The Higher Education Quality Council also prepares and publicly shares a Feedback Report based on external evaluations of institutions. In addition, accreditation decisions issued by accreditation bodies recognized or authorized by the Higher Education Quality Council are accepted as indicators of program-level quality assurance. According to the legislation of the Higher Education Quality Council, qualifications are subject to regular review activities.

Accreditation Body: Association for Evaluation and Accreditation of Medical Education Programs

Accreditation Start/End Date:
01.01.2025 – 01.01.2031

Within the scope of academic and legal legislation of the university, it is carried out in case of completion/achieving exams carried by the Student Selection and Placement Center (OSYM). Students are required to obtain necessary scores and requirements determined for the expected programme to enroll.

Faculty of Medicine, mandatory service for two-year graduates TC Lottery organized by the Ministry of Health community health and primary health care units, emergency departments of public hospitals, such as running a variety of health units. Medical Specialization Exam is held twice each year, a variety of medical doctors, universities, hospitals, managed or TC Work as physician training and research hospitals belonging to the Ministry of Health.

1. Law No. 2547 on Higher Education

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

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

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

2.1. Regulation on Quality Assurance in Higher Education and the Higher Education Quality Council

Qualification is continuous