İlahiyat Lisans Diploması

ISCO 08

ISCO 08

• Possesses knowledge of and utilizes the history, methodology, literature, and fundamental concepts of theological disciplines;
• Possesses advanced Arabic language skills;
• Possesses analytical thinking, critical perspective, ability to establish connections between events, multi-faceted thinking, and evaluation skills in identifying, defining, interpreting, formulating, and resolving classical and contemporary religious issues at the local or global level;
• Operates with an interdisciplinary approach and a lifelong learning mindset;
• Possesses the competencies to utilize information technologies, take responsibility as an individual or team member, and share knowledge and skills through various means of communication;
• The goal is to cultivate individuals who embrace historical and cultural heritage, internalize universal values, adhere to ethical principles, are sensitive to their surroundings, and serve as role models.

Education and training are provided through formal, open, or distance learning. In addition, practical training is provided in the form of internships or workplace training in laboratories and workshops within higher education institutions, or in industry, healthcare institutions, and workplaces.

• Understands fundamental concepts in theology and masters the relationships between concepts.
• Uses a foreign language to follow theoretical and practical knowledge in theology and shares this knowledge with experts and non-experts in the field. (European Language Portfolio B1 General Level).
• Demonstrates exemplary behavior to society in line with the requirements of the theology knowledge acquired. Supports the universality of social and cultural rights, gains awareness of social justice, and takes ownership of historical and cultural heritage.
• Possesses the ability to identify, define, critically evaluate, interpret, formulate, and resolve classical and contemporary religious issues; selects and applies appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
• Shares solutions to problems in the field of theology, developed using scientific methods, with relevant individuals and institutions through various means of communication.
• They are aware of the universal and social dimensions (security, health, economy, environment, etc.) and legal consequences of religious understanding and practices.
• They determine the learning needs of those under their responsibility, manage learning processes, and plan activities for their personal and professional development.
• Uses their theoretical and practical knowledge of textbooks containing current information in the field of theology, application tools and equipment, and scientific research methods and techniques in the fields of education, research, and community service.
• Has an open attitude towards change and innovation; is aware of social, economic, legal, and political developments.
• Works independently by taking individual initiative or assumes responsibility as a team member to resolve complex religious issues encountered in the social sphere.
• Conducts interdisciplinary research, examination, interpretation, and analysis by establishing relationships with subfields of theology and other scientific fields.
• Participates in various social, cultural, and artistic activities in their field; develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning and inquiry.
• Considers social, cultural, scientific, and ethical values in the stages of collecting, analyzing, interpreting, disseminating, and utilizing information in the field of theology.
• Selects, uses, and develops appropriate tools for the field of theology and uses the knowledge and information technologies required by the field at an advanced level.

Possesses advanced proficiency in the key competencies listed below.

• Literacy
• Multilingualism
• Digital competence
• Personal, social, and learning to learn competence
• Citizenship competence
• Entrepreneurship competence
• Cultural awareness and expression competence

1. Sakarya University Undergraduate and Associate Degree Education-Teaching and Examination Regulations are applied.

2. Different methods such as midterm exams, quizzes, applications, projects, homework and final exams are used in measurement and evaluation. The measurement and evaluation method applied for each course is defined in detail in the "Education Information System".

3. The success grades of students in the courses they take are shown with letters. Evaluations are made according to absolute or relative evaluation criteria and are carried out in accordance with the Sakarya University Measurement and Evaluation Directive. Letter grades and coefficients related to the level of success are given below:

To ensure the quality of higher education programs;

YÖK is responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and supervising education, teaching, and other activities carried out at higher education institutions.
“University Monitoring and Evaluation Reports” for higher education institutions are prepared annually in accordance with criteria determined by YÖK and published. Reports containing quantitative and qualitative evaluations of higher education institutions, prepared based on these reports, are shared with the public by YÖK.
Every year, YÖK publishes the “Foundation Higher Education Institutions Report” containing academic, administrative, and financial data on foundation higher education institutions. These reports, which contain quantitative and qualitative evaluations of foundation higher education institutions, are shared with the public by YÖK. Quality assurance for undergraduate programs in higher education is provided in accordance with the “Procedures and Principles for Ensuring Quality Assurance of Higher Education Diploma Programs”:
1. Development and Approval of Teaching Programs:

1.1. YÖK determines the minimum standards and criteria required for the opening of undergraduate departments and programs at higher education institutions.

1.2. The curriculum of undergraduate programs at higher education institutions and the learning outcomes that each program will provide to students are determined by the senates of higher education institutions in accordance with the basic principles established by YÖK on these matters.

1.3. The curriculum of the National Core Education Programs is implemented by higher education institutions with the approval of YÖK after being accepted by the relevant Dean's Council.

2. Measurement-Evaluation: How the learning outcomes that each undergraduate program will provide to students will be measured and evaluated is carried out in accordance with the education, teaching, and examination regulations prepared by higher education institutions in line with the basic principles determined by YÖK on these matters.

3. Certification: Students enrolled in undergraduate programs receive a bachelor's degree upon successfully completing the course credits and other requirements determined by higher education institutions.

4. Self-Assessment-External Assessment: In the context of continuous monitoring, higher education institutions enter their “Institutional Self-Assessment Reports” for the previous year into the Information System prepared by the Higher Education Quality Council (YÖKAK) at the beginning of each year. YÖKAK shares the “Institutional Feedback Report” it prepares regarding the external assessment of higher education institutions with the public. In addition, accreditation decisions made by accreditation organizations authorized or recognized by YÖKAK also demonstrate that the quality assurance of the programs' adequacy has been ensured. YÖKAK conducts regular review activities regarding the adequacy determined in accordance with its regulations.

The Theology Accreditation Agency (İAA) conducts regular review activities regarding the competencies determined in accordance with YÖKAK regulations.

Validity Period: 07/25/2022-07/25/2024

Students wishing to enroll in the department must complete the processes determined by ÖSYM within the framework of the university's academic and legal regulations and pass the exams. Students who have started their education in an equivalent program domestically or abroad can apply for a lateral transfer. The acceptance of students is reviewed and evaluated individually before the semester begins, taking into account the conditions of each student and the degree they are applying for. More detailed information about admission to the university is available in the Institutional Brochure.

Students coming from abroad under student exchange programs approved by the university and defined by an agreement can take courses taught in English in the department. If the student has sufficient knowledge of the Turkish language, they can enroll in any Turkish course specified in the Course Plan.

Students who graduate from the Faculty of Theology are employed by the Presidency of Religious Affairs, the Ministry of National Education, and translation offices.

Students who successfully complete the program can apply for master's and doctoral degrees in theology or other disciplines that accept students from this field.

1. Law No. 2547 on Higher Education

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

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

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

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

The qualification is valid indefinitely.