Biyoloji Lisans Diploması

ISCO 08: 2131.03

ISCO 08: 2131.03

It is a higher education program that covers eight semesters based on secondary education qualifications and provides education focused on a specific field of study or profession.

The education and training are conducted formally. Practical training is carried out in classrooms and laboratories within the Department of Biology, as well as through internships in public and private healthcare institutions.

• Possesses advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in a field of work or study, with the ability to critically question theories and principles.
• Has advanced, innovative, specialized skills to solve complex and unforeseen problems in a field of work or study.
• Analyzes data related to issues in their field and develops evidence-based solutions.
• Manages complex professional and technical tasks in their field, takes responsibility as a team member in solving practical issues, and identifies the professional development needs of team members.
• Evaluate their knowledge and skills in their field critically, identify learning needs, and embrace lifelong learning to meet those needs.
• Communicates effectively in writing and verbally in their native language and uses a foreign language at least at the B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
• Uses information technologies specific to their field at least at an advanced level as defined by the European Computer Driving License.
• Share their thoughts and solution suggestions to problems in their field, supported by quantitative and qualitative data, in written or verbal form with both expert and non-expert groups.
• Acts following scientific, social, and ethical principles and values in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data related to their field.
• Organizes and implements projects and activities in collaboration with other professional groups for the benefit of the social environment they live in, with a sense of social responsibility.
• Takes responsibility for raising awareness in society on human rights, cultural and universal values, social justice, and environmental issues.
• Demonstrates the necessary attitudes and behaviours for healthy living.
• Organizes social relationships by adopting the values that their country possesses and that are esteemed by the society they live in.
• Possesses advanced knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviours to provide solutions to social and economic problems, considering their country's strategic priorities.
• Prioritizes the traditions, unique characteristics, and national culture of their society in their attitudes and behaviours.

Possesses the key competencies listed below at an advanced level.

• Literacy competence
• Multilingual competence
• Mathematical competence and competence in science, technology and engineering
• Digital competence
• Personal, social and learning to learn competence
• Citizenship competence
• Entrepreneurial competence
• Cultural awareness and expression competence

The Biology Department includes various exams such as midterm exams, final exams, make-up exams, single-course exams, excuse exams, exemption exams, and additional exams at the end of the maximum study period. These exams can be written, oral, or practical. Projects, assignments, lab work, and similar activities within a course can substitute for exams. The instructor announces the contribution of these activities to the exam grade, with the approval of the relevant board, during the first week of the semester. The contribution of the midterm exam to the raw success score is 40%, while the final exam contributes 60%.

In calculating the final grade, an absolute grading system determined by the Senate is used. The raw success score is graded as follows: 

- AA for 88-100 

- BA for 80-87 

- BB for 73-79 

- CB for 66-72 

- CC for 60-65 

- DC for 55-59 

- DD for 50-54 

- FF for 0-49 

Scores between 0-49 are graded as FF, while scores between 30-49 are considered FD, and scores below 30 are evaluated as FF.

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To ensure the quality of higher education programs:

The Council of Higher Education (YÖK) is responsible for the planning, organization, management, and supervision of education, training, and other activities carried out at higher education institutions.

Every year, "University Monitoring and Evaluation Reports" are published, containing evaluations based on criteria set by YÖK. These reports include both quantitative and qualitative assessments of higher education institutions and are shared with the public by YÖK.

Additionally, YÖK publishes an annual "Foundation Higher Education Institutions Report" that includes academic, administrative, and financial data regarding foundation universities. The quantitative and qualitative assessments of these institutions are also made public.

The quality assurance of undergraduate programs in higher education is regulated by the "Regulations on Ensuring the Quality Assurance of Higher Education Diploma Programs." The key components are as follows:

1. Creation and Approval of Study Programs:

1.1. YÖK sets the minimum standards and criteria required for the establishment of undergraduate departments and programs.

1.2. The curriculum of undergraduate programs and the intended learning outcomes for students are determined by the senates of higher education institutions, in alignment with the fundamental principles established by YÖK.

1.3. The National Core Education Program (for certain fields) is implemented after being accepted by the relevant Deans' Council and approved by YÖK.

2. Assessment and Evaluation:

The methods for assessing and evaluating the learning outcomes of each undergraduate program are regulated following the principles set by YÖK. These are executed as per the education, training, and examination regulations prepared by higher education institutions.

3. Certification:

Students enrolled in undergraduate programs who complete the course credits and other requirements determined by higher education institutions are awarded a bachelor's degree.

4. Self-Assessment and External Evaluation:

As part of continuous monitoring, higher education institutions submit "Institutional Self-Evaluation Reports" for the previous year to the Information System prepared by the Higher Education Quality Board (YÖKAK) at the beginning of each year. YÖKAK shares the "Institutional Feedback Report," which contains external evaluations, with the public. Additionally, accreditation decisions made by authorized or recognized accreditation bodies show that the quality assurance of programs' qualifications is ensured. YÖKAK also conducts regular reviews of qualifications as required by its regulations.

Name of Accreditation Body; Association for Evaluation and Accreditation of Science, Literature, Science-Letters, Language and History-Geography Faculties Curriculum (FEDEK)

09.03.2024/30.09.2029

1. To graduate from secondary education institutions or equivalent foreign secondary education institutions approved by the Ministry of National Education and to meet the admission requirements for undergraduate programs in higher education institutions.

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

3. To have obtained a sufficient score in the central exam conducted by ÖSYM for programs that accept students through special talent exams, following the procedures and principles determined by YÖK, and to have passed the special talent exam.

4. To be placed in undergraduate programs that are a continuation of the fields completed by associate degree graduates in higher education institutions, based on the results of the Vertical Transition Exam (DGS) conducted by ÖSYM, as determined by the procedures and principles established by YÖK.

1. Individuals holding a bachelor's degree may enrol in master's programs and, if they meet the relevant criteria, in doctoral and proficiency programs in the arts accepted with a bachelor's degree. 

2. Bachelor’s students have the right to participate in double major programs offered by their higher education institutions. Students enrolled in double major programs can take courses from both degree programs simultaneously and, upon successful completion, obtain two separate bachelor's degrees.

1. Law No. 2547 on Higher Education 

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

1.2. Regulation on the Continuation of Bachelor’s Education for Graduates of Vocational Schools and Open Education Associate Degree Programs 

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

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

The qualification is continuously valid.