Kültür Varlıklarını Koruma ve Onarım Lisans Diploması

ISCO 08: 2651.29

ISCO 08: 2651.29

The aim is to train conservation professionals (conservators) who are sensitive to movable and immovable art and cultural properties with archaeological and ethnographic significance. These professionals understand their role in society, possess technical knowledge and fundamental practical skills in the preservation of art and cultural properties, uphold professional competence and ethical responsibility, prioritize public interest, and are open to continuous professional development. They are also capable of collaborating with different disciplines when necessary. 

In-School (Classroom, Workshop, Laboratory) and Out-of-School (Internship)

• Having recognized national and international basic knowledge of the conservation of cultural heritage.
• Having the knowledge of the material and production technology for the conservation of movable and unmovable cultural and artistic properties.
• Follow up the knowledge and technological developments in the field of conservation and restoration in Turkey and in the world; gaining the ability to use the instruments and devices used on the restoration and conservation.
• Having the knowledge of determination, documentation and scientifically analysis of the the origin and types of the decay problems of the conservation of the movable / portable cultural and artistic properties and arthitectural surfaces.
• Having the research and application ability to diagnose and solution methods of conservation field with the related different social and scientific areas that are archaeology, art history, fine arts, museology, artitecture, minerology, microbiology, petrography and archaeometry.
• Having the ability of performing applications effectively in the field of museums and excavations by using theoretical knowledge and practical experiences gained.
• Having the working discipline of the project planning, process management and complement the projects succesfully within a given period of time to related area.
• Having the ability to interpretation and evaluation in the light of the vocational criteria on conservation and restoration applications.
• Using the theoretical technical and technological know-how in accordance with internationally accepted principles of professional ethics on conservational applications.
• Having the knowledge and skill of professional experience in the development, and having to be open to the notion of change, innovation.

Information

1. To be able to have course materials containing up-to date information, applied tools and materials, methods and techniques in field studies and advanced theoretical and applied applications in other resources that inform the competences gained in the field of humanities.

Skills

1. Uses the advanced theoretical and applied knowledge acquired in the field of humanities.

2. Theoretical and applied knowledge acquired in the field of humanities; To be able to use, analyze and apply education, research and community service.

Competence (Independent Working and Taking Responsibility)

1. Takes responsibility individually or as a working team member to solve the main unforeseen problems encountered in the field of humanities.

2. Planning personal and institutional development using knowledge and skills in thehumanities.

Competencies (Learning)

1. Evaluates the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of humanities with a criticalapproach.

2. Develops sensitive attitude towards lifelong learning.

Competencies (Communication and Social)

1. To inform the relevant people and institutions in the field of humanities and to convey theirthoughts to them, to present theoretical and practical solutions to the problems.

2. Supports solutions to problems related to the field of humanities with quantitative andqualitative data and shares these data with various communication tools with experts and non-experts in the field.

Competencies (Spesific for the Field)

1. It collects, analyzes, comments and shares information about the humanities field withrelevant people, institutions and organizations.

2. Observes ethical values in the process of applying the information related to the field of humanities.

3. In the field of humanities, it acquires the universality of social and cultural rights, socialand social justice awareness, and protects the historical and cultural heritage.

4. Conducts interdisciplinary research and analysis in the field of humanities.

Measurement and Evaluation in Our Department

Measurement and evaluation in our department are conducted in accordance with the Associate and Undergraduate Examination Regulations of our university.

For courses assessed through Written Examinations, Multiple-Choice Examinations, Practical Examinations, or Projects, the letter grades assigned based on achievement scores are as follows:

Letter Grade     Coefficient       Score Range

AA                         4.00                90-100

BA                         3.50                85-89

BB                         3.00                80-84

CB                        2.50                75-79

CC                        2.00                70-74

DC                        1.50                65-69

DD                        1.00                60-64

FD                         0.50                50-59

FF                         0.00                  0-49

BL                      (PASS)              --    --

BZ                      (FAIL)               --    --

DZ                    (ABSENT)           --    --

GR        (DID NOT ATTEND)       --    --

Additionally, students who receive an AA, BA, BB, CB, CC, DC, or DD grade in a course are considered to have successfully completed that course.

A student who does not attend the semester/year-end exam is assigned a GR grade, regardless of their semester/year-long coursework, and their grade is recorded as zero in the system.

DZ and GR grades are treated as FF and are included in the weighted cumulative grade point average (CGPA). Courses failed with a DZ or GR grade must be retaken in the following semester/year as a priority.

Grades obtained in higher education institutions within the last five years are converted into letter grades. The criteria for grade conversion are determined by the Senate.

The relevant regulation can be accessed via the link provided below.

 https://www.mevzuat.gov.tr/mevzuat?MevzuatNo=33750&MevzuatTur=8&MevzuatTertip=5

In order to monitor 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 criteria determined by YÖK are published every year. The reports prepared according to these reports, which include quantitative and qualitative evaluations of higher education institutions, are shared with the public by YÖK.

• “Foundation Higher Education Institutions Report”, which includes academic, administrative and financial data of foundation higher education institutions, is published every year by YÖK. 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 provided according to the “Procedures and Principles for Providing Quality Assurance of Higher Education Diploma Programs”:

1. Creation and Approval of Curriculum: The Council of Higher Education determines the minimum standards and criteria required for establishing 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 students are determined by the senates of higher education institutions in accordance with the basic principles determined by the Council of Higher Education on these issues.

1.2. The curriculum of the National Core Curriculum is approved by the relevant Deans' Council and implemented by higher education institutions with the approval of the Council of Higher Education.

2. Measurement and Evaluation: The measurement and evaluation of the learning outcomes that each undergraduate program will provide to students is carried out in accordance with the education and examination regulations prepared by higher education institutions in accordance with the basic principles determined by the Council of Higher Education on these issues.

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

4. Self Assessment-External Assessment: In the context of continuous monitoring, higher education institutions enter the “Internal Institutional Assessment Reports” of the previous year into the Information System prepared by the Higher Education Quality Board (YÖKAK) at the beginning of each year. YÖKAK shares the “Institutional Feedback Report” prepared for the external evaluation of higher education institutions with the public. In addition, accreditation decisions made by accreditation institutions authorized or recognized by YÖKAK also show that the quality assurance of the program qualifications is provided. YÖKAK conducts regular review activities regarding the qualifications determined in accordance with its legislation

It has been accredited by FEDEK (The Association for Evaluation and Accreditation of University Programs in Mathematical, Natural and Social Sciences) from May 20, 2024, to September 30, 2026.

The corresponding list can be accessed through the link provided below.

https://fedek.org.tr/_uploads/AKREDITE_KURUMLAR_25022025.pdf

For Turkish Citizens:

(1) High School Diploma, (2) Placement through a centralized, nation-wide student selection and placement examination organized by Assessment, Selection and Placement Centre (ÖSYM). Candidates gain access to the programmes based on their composite scores consisting of the scores on the centralized exam and high school grade point averages.

For International Students:

High School Diploma and its "Certificate of Equivalency” granted by the Turkish Ministry of National Education (MoNE). Candidates gain access to the programmes based on their high school grade point averages.

In Turkey, graduates who successfully complete cultural heritage conservation and restoration programs have broad employment opportunities in both the public and private sectors. These opportunities include positions at public institutions responsible for cultural heritage, such as the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the General Directorate of Foundations, as well as in archaeological excavations, museums, conservation laboratories, private collections, and restoration firms. However, there is a noticeable shortage of conservation professionals (conservators) in Turkey, which remains a significant challenge in the field of cultural heritage preservation.

Museums and archaeological sites are among the primary employment sectors with the highest demand for conservators. Museums, in particular, bear the responsibility of preserving and maintaining cultural artifacts by ensuring their proper conservation. Museum professionals and exhibition designers (curators) require the expertise of conservators to carry out their work effectively. One of the main challenges in Turkey is the limited number of professional conservators, which significantly impacts the conservation efforts in museums. While museums continue to employ conservators, the current workforce remains insufficient given the growing demand.

Archaeological excavations also provide extensive employment opportunities for conservators, as these sites require dedicated conservation efforts to preserve artifacts. Artifacts and architectural remains uncovered during excavations need immediate and expert care to prevent deterioration. The importance of conservation in archaeological projects has been emphasized by international heritage standards. The General Directorate for Cultural Heritage and Museums of the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism has recently made it mandatory for both domestic and international excavations in Turkey to have a conservation plan and to employ conservators. This requirement highlights the critical role of conservation specialists in ensuring the protection and long-term survival of archaeological finds.

Another significant employment field for conservators is in museums and archaeological sites, where the need for their expertise is particularly high. Museums have a primary responsibility to preserve historical artifacts, which involves the conservation of materials such as architectural decorations, sculptures, paintings, and other historical objects. In this regard, conservators work closely with museum professionals, exhibition designers (curators), and archaeologists to create effective conservation strategies.

Furthermore, conservation professionals play a crucial role in the preservation of original building materials and decorative elements in historical monuments, such as stones, frescoes, mosaics, and wooden structures. In recent years, the demand for conservators in both the public and private sectors has been increasing, especially in the field of architectural conservation. Graduates of cultural heritage conservation and restoration programs have a wide range of career opportunities in both the public and private sectors, including in government institutions such as the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the General Directorate of Foundations, archaeological excavation projects, museums, conservation laboratories, and restoration firms.

• Law No. 2547 on Higher Education
• Regulation on the Principles of Transferring between Associate and Undergraduate Programs in Higher Education Institutions, Double Major, Minor and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer
• Regulation on the Continuation of Graduates of Vocational Schools and Open Education Associate Degree Programs to Undergraduate Education
• Higher Education Law No. 2547 (Additional Article-35)
• Regulation on Higher Education Quality Assurance and Higher Education Quality Board

Qualification is continuous