License Program
Program Description
| Establishment | 17.03.2006 tarih ve 26111 sayılı Resmi Gazete yayınlanan 5467 sayılı Kanunlar Üniversitemiz Fen Edebiyat Fakültesi kurulmuştur. 2007 yılında fakültemiz bölümleri oluşturulmuştur. Üniversitemizin Fen-Edebiyat Fakültesi bünyesinde bulunan Coğrafya Bölümü 2012’de açılmıştır. MAKÜ İstiklal yerleşkesi, Fen-Edebiyat Fakültesinde yer alan bölüm, 2015-2016 eğitim-öğretim yılında eğitim faaliyetlerine başlamıştır. |
| Degree Awarded | Programdan mezun olanlar, Coğrafya Lisans Diploması almaya hak kazanmaktadır. |
| Level of Degree (Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate) | Bachelor's |
| Admission and Registration Requirements | Coğrafya Lisans programı, Üniversite Seçme ve Yerleştirme Sınavında aldıkları SÖZEL puanı ile bölüme girmeye hak kazanmış kız ve erkek öğrencilere mesleki eğitim-öğretim sağlamaktadır. Eğitim dili Türkçedir. |
| Rules on Recognition of Prior Learning (formal, informal, non-formal) | Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy Üniversitesinde öğrenim gören öğrenciler bazı derslerden belirli yönetmelikler çerçevesinde muaf olabilirler. Başka bir kurumda alınan dersin içeriğinin, Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy Üniversitesinde verilen dersin içeriğine uygun olması ve ilgili fakülte/enstitü müdürlüğü tarafından onaylanması durumunda, öğrenci bu dersten muaf tutulabilir. “Yükseköğretim Kurumlarında Ön Lisans ve Lisans Düzeyindeki Programlar Arasında Geçiş, Çift Anadal, Yandal ile Kurumlararası Kredi Transferi Yapılması Esaslarına İlişkin Yönetmelik” hükümleri uygulanır. |
| Qualification Requirements and Regulations | Coğrafya Bölümü öğrencilerinin programda yer alan 240 AKTS kredi karşılığındaki tüm dersleri, en az 2.00 genel not ortalaması (AGNO) ile başarılı bir şekilde tamamlaması gereklidir. |
| Program Profile | Coğrafya Bilim Dalı’nda uygulanması planlanan program kapsamında, öğrencilere, coğrafyanın tarihsel süreçteki değişimi ve metodolojisinin incelenmesi, dünya ölçeğinde coğrafya bilimi ve eğitimindeki değişimlerin izlenmesi, öğrenme öğretme süreçlerinin ve bilimsel araştırma yöntemlerinin analizi, bilişim ve iletişim teknolojilerini coğrafyada kullanılması, coğrafyada biliminin konularına ilişkin lisans düzeyinde akademik bakış açısı, bilgi, beceri ve birikim kazandırılmasına odaklanılacaktır. Bu bağlamda, Coğrafya alanında uzmanlaşma imkânı sağlamak ve evrensel ölçekte üretilen projeleri toplumun hizmetine sunmak temel hedeftir. |
| Employment Profiles of Graduates | Öğretmenlik formasyonu alan öğrencilerimiz, devlet okullarında ve özel eğitim kurumlarında “Branş Öğretmeni” olma imkânına sahiptir. Coğrafya Bölümü mezunları Milli Eğitim Bakanlığının öngördüğü koşulları yerine getirdiklerinde devlet okullarında, özel okullarda ve özel dershanelerde öğretmen olarak görev yapabilirler. Bölümümüzden mezun olan öğrencilerimiz Maden Tetkik Arama Enstitüsü, Devlet Su İşleri, Köy Hizmetleri, Orman Genel Müdürlüğü, Karayolları, Meteoroloji İşleri Genel Müdürlüğü, Devlet İstatistik Enstitüsü, Devlet Planlama Teşkilatı vb. gibi resmi kuruluşlar ile Turizm Bakanlığı, Çevre Bakanlığı gibi bakanlıklarda çalışabilmektedir. Mezunlarımız, bölge planlama çalışmalarında ve belediyelerin planlama faaliyetlerinde görev yapabilme olanakları bulunmaktadır. |
| Access to Further Studies | Lisans eğitimini başarı ile tamamlayan adaylar, ALES sınavından geçerli not almaları ve yeterli düzeyde Yabancı Dil bilgisine sahip olmaları koşuluyla yüksek lisans ve doktora programlarına kayıt yaptırabilirler. |
| Examinations, Assessment and Grading | Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy Üniversitesi Ön Lisans ve Lisans Eğitim-Öğretim ve Sınav Yönetmeliği'nin Beşinci Bölümü (Sınavlar ve Sınav Dönemleri) hükümleri uygulanır.
LETTER GRADE 4-POINT SYSTEM SUCCESS SCORE DZ 0.00 00-00 |
| Graduation Requirements | Mezuniyet için gerekli krediyi (240 AKTS) tamamlamış, ağırlıklı genel not ortalaması (AGNO) en az 2.00 olan ve ilgili birimin yönetim kurulunca mezuniyetlerine karar verilen öğrencilere 2547 sayılı Yükseköğretim Kanununda öngörülen diploma verilir. |
| Mode of Study (Full-Time, e-learning) | Full-Time, e-learning |
| Address and Contact Information (Program Director, ECTS/DS Coordinator) | Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Faculty of Arts and Sciences Değirmenler Mahallesi-İstiklal Yerleşkesi, 15200, Yakaköy / Merkez / Burdur Tel : +90 248 213 32 82 E-Mail : cografyamaku@gmail.com |
Program Outputs
| 1- | To be able to use the theoretical and applied knowledge at the level of expertise acquired in the field of Geography. |
| 2- | To be able to define and evaluate the classical and current theories of the science of Geography, the differences and relationships between these theories. |
| 3- | To be able to benefit from other disciplines related to Geography and to have basic knowledge about these disciplines. |
| 4- | To be able to interpret physical and human events occurring on space by using advanced theoretical and applied knowledge acquired in the field of Geography. |
| 5- | To be able to map and interpret existing maps by identifying continuities and changes in the basic dynamics of the Earth. |
| 6- | To be able to define locational, regional, and global issues/problems and to develop evidence-based and research-based solution proposals. |
| 7- | To be able to interpret scientific studies encompassing the relationships between structures, actors, and various factors playing a role on space in spatial relations. |
| 8- | To be able to examine concepts and ideas in the field of Geography with scientific methods, to interpret data correctly, and to perform data analysis. |
| 9- | To be able to evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired in relation to Geography with a critical approach, to determine learning needs, and to think analytically. |
| 10- | To be able to convey thoughts and solution proposals related to problems in written and verbal form to relevant individuals and institutions on topics related to Geography. |
| 11- | To be able to take responsibility individually and as a group member to solve complex problems encountered in practice and that are unforeseen. |
| 12- | To be able to share thoughts and solution proposals related to problems with quantitative and qualitative data support with both experts and non-experts. |
| 13- | To have social, scientific, and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, and applying geographical data. |
Thesis Master's Program
Program Description
| Establishment | The Geography Department Thesis Master's program was opened in the 2015-2016 academic year. |
| Degree Awarded | Master's diploma in the field of Geography Science. |
| Level of Degree (Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate) | Master's |
| Admission and Registration Requirements | 1- To be a graduate of the Geography Department or Geography Teaching undergraduate formal education. 2- To have scored at least 55 points from ALES Verbal. 3- To have taken one of the central foreign language exams conducted by ÖSYM and accepted by YÖK, or international foreign language exams accepted as equivalent by ÖSYM. 4- Turkish students who have completed undergraduate and graduate programs in foreign countries must have obtained an equivalency certificate from YÖK and present it during application. |
| Rules on Recognition of Prior Learning (formal, informal, non-formal) | The provisions of the "Regulation on Graduate Education and Training" are applied in Higher Education Institutions. Students studying at the Institute of Social Sciences may be exempt from some courses within the framework of certain regulations. If the content of a course taken at another institution is considered equivalent to the relevant program of the institute, the student may be exempted from that course if it is suitable for the content of the course offered and approved by the relevant faculty/institute directorate. |
| Qualification Requirements and Regulations | A student who completes at least 7 courses (21 credits) and a seminar (Total 60 ECTS) in the Geography Thesis Master's program and successfully defends the thesis prepared before a selected jury, fulfills the program qualifications by completing at least a total of 120 ECTS credits. In this case, the student obtains a Master's degree in the field of Geography Science. |
| Program Profile | Within the scope of the program planned to be implemented in the Department of Geography, it will focus on providing students with an academic perspective, knowledge, skills, and accumulation at the postgraduate level on the topics of geography, examining the change and methodology of geography in the historical process, monitoring changes in geography science and education on a global scale, analyzing learning-teaching processes and scientific research methods, using information and communication technologies (ICT) in geography. In this context, the main goal is to provide the opportunity to specialize in the field of Geography and to present projects produced on a universal scale to the service of society. |
| Employment Profiles of Graduates | Students who complete the Master's Program can become teachers and academicians in their fields. Students who successfully complete the program can apply for a doctoral program in the Department of Geography and have the opportunity to work with the capacity to conduct advanced research in public and private institutions and organizations. |
| Transition to Higher Degree Programs | Students who successfully complete the program can apply for a doctoral program in the Department of Geography. |
| Examinations, Assessment, and Grading | It is applied in accordance with Article 51 of the Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Graduate Education-Teaching and Examination Regulation. |
| Graduation Requirements | A student who completes at least 7 courses (21 credits) and a seminar (Total 60 ECTS) in the Geography Thesis Master's program and successfully defends the thesis prepared before a selected jury, fulfills the program qualifications by completing at least a total of 120 ECTS credits. In this case, the student obtains a Master's degree in the field of Geography Science. |
| Mode of Study (Full-Time, e-learning) | Full-Time, e-learning |
| Address and Contact Information (Program Director, ECTS/DS Coordinator) | Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Faculty of Arts and Sciences / Institute of Social Sciences Değirmenler Mahallesi-İstiklal Campus, 15200, Yakaköy / Center / Burdur Tel : +90 248 213 32 82 E-Mail : cografyamaku@gmail.com |
Program Outputs
| 1- | Adheres to professional and ethical rules in their work. |
| 2- | Possesses theoretical knowledge related to the field of geography. |
| 3- | Uses scientific research methods in geography. |
| 4- | Can gain the ability to handle, research, and present geographical topics with a systematic approach. |
| 5- | Can effectively use geographical data collection tools. |
| 6- | Can gain the ability to use and apply tools and methods such as basic information technologies, statistics, and cartography in their work. |
| 7- | Organizes, analyzes, and synthesizes the data collected in line with the purpose of the research. |
| 8- | Becomes proficient in the national and international literature related to the field of geography. |
| 9- | Can comprehend theoretical and methodological approaches in geography. |
| 10- | Can use scientific research and writing skills in their work. |
| 11- | Can organize and defend a scientific research report. |
| 12- | Gains skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, creative thinking, decision-making, and reflection in geography. |
| 13- | Can interpret and create new information by integrating the knowledge acquired in the field of geography with information from different disciplines. |
Doctorate Program
Program Description
| Establishment | The Geography Doctorate Program was opened within the Social Sciences Institute starting from the Fall semester of the 2020-2021 academic year, and the first student intake was realized. |
| Degree Awarded | Doctorate diploma in the field of Geography science |
| Level of Degree (Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate) | Doctorate |
| Admission and Registration Requirements | 1- To have a Master's Degree from acceptable fields. 2- If they have a thesis-based master's degree, they must have at least 55 ALES-SÖZ points. 3- In the admission of students to the doctorate program, to have at least 55 points from central foreign language exams (YDS, YÖKDİL) accepted by YÖK other than their native languages or an equivalent score from international foreign language exams accepted by ÖSYM. 4- Applicants to the doctorate program with a bachelor's degree must have a bachelor's graduation grade point average of at least 3.00 out of 4.00 or an equivalent score and at least 80 ALES-SÖZ points in the score type of the program they are applying for. |
| Rules on Recognition of Prior Learning (formal, informal, non-formal) | Students studying at the Social Sciences Institute may be exempt from some courses within certain regulations. If the content of a course taken at another institution is considered equivalent to the relevant program of the institute, the student may be exempt from that course if it is suitable for the content of the course offered and approved by the relevant faculty/institute directorate. |
| Qualification Requirements and Regulations | The qualification requirements and regulations of the doctorate program are determined by the issues specified in the postgraduate education and examination regulations of Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University. Students who take at least 60 ECTS credits from the courses available in the Geography program and successfully complete all of them, achieve a weighted grade point average of 75 out of 100 (3.00 out of 4.00), and successfully defend their thesis prepared in a related field before a selected jury, are awarded a Doctorate diploma in their field with a total of 240 ECTS credits. |
| Program Profile | The Doctorate Program, with a study duration of 4 years, consists of 8 semesters. The program includes an academic process such as compulsory and elective courses, a qualification exam, and a doctoral thesis. The aim of the doctorate programs is to equip students with the most up-to-date information in the relevant program field and to renew existing knowledge. The goal of the program is to train a quality workforce that has developed analysis and problem-solving skills, can think critically and creatively, establish and maintain effective relationships, apply teamwork in the most effective way, take initiative, manage risk and change, and act within the framework of business ethics while doing all these. With this program, students will have the opportunity to understand the factors surrounding businesses in a global perspective and will have taken significant steps in making a difference both personally and professionally. At the end of the program, students gain a solid foundation to take on roles in their fields both throughout Turkey and worldwide. |
| Employment Profiles of Graduates | Students who complete the doctorate program can work as teachers and academicians, as well as find jobs in the private sector. |
| Transition to Higher Degree Programs | Those who successfully complete the doctorate program can apply for faculty positions opened in the relevant departments of universities, provided they meet the necessary conditions. |
| Exams, Assessment, and Evaluation | Exams consist of midterm, semester/year-end exams, and make-up exams. To be able to take the semester-end exam, the student must meet the attendance requirement of the courses. All exams are evaluated out of 100 full points, and for each course, a midterm exam (or semester work assignment) and a semester-end exam (final) are conducted. In courses where a midterm and final exam are conducted, the success grade is calculated by taking 40% of the midterm exam grade and 60% of the final exam grade. To be successful in a course, the success grade must be at least 75 (CB) out of 100 full points for the doctorate, and at least 2.50 in the 4.00 system. |
| Graduation Requirements | The doctorate program consists of at least 8 courses with a total of no less than 28 credits, a qualification exam, thesis proposal, seminar, and thesis work for students starting with a master's degree. For students admitted with a bachelor's degree, it consists of at least 15 courses with 52 credits, a qualification exam, thesis proposal, 2 seminars, and thesis work. To successfully complete the program, it is necessary to pass all the courses available in the program (equivalent to 240 ECTS) and achieve a weighted grade point average of at least 2.0 out of 4.00. |
| Mode of Study (Full-Time, e-learning) | Full-Time, e-learning |
| Address and Contact Information (Program Director, ECTS/DS Coordinator) | Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Faculty of Arts and Sciences / Social Sciences Institute Değirmenler Mahallesi-İstiklal Campus, 15200, Yakaköy / Center / Burdur Tel : +90 248 213 32 82 E-Mail : cografyamaku@gmail.com |
Program Outputs
| 1 | Possesses advanced theoretical and practical knowledge supported by research methods and techniques used in geographical studies and other sources. |
| 2 | Conducts studies with the advanced knowledge they possess and creates original definitions and concepts that bring innovation to their field. |
| 3 | Upon completing the program, uses, solves, and applies the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in their field in education, research, and community service areas. |
| 4 | Develops their level of expertise by forming an original thought with the advanced knowledge they have acquired. |
| 5 | Plans personal and institutional development using the knowledge and skills acquired. |
| 6 | Evaluates, examines, and uses geographical developments and information with a systematic approach. |
| 7 | Takes responsibility in the planning of a confined space, identifies existing problems, and produces solutions with a geographical approach. |
| 8 | Makes the highest level of decisions in solving problems encountered in their field, and establishes constructive and beneficial interactions with relevant individuals and institutions. |
| 9 | Thinks creatively and critically in their area of expertise, possessing the competence to solve problems and make comparisons. |
| 10 | Proposes original opinions when discussing topics in their area of expertise with relevant individuals. |
| 11 | Establishes effective communication that demonstrates their expertise and interdisciplinary perspective. |
| 12 | Uses computer software, information, and communication technologies required by their field at an advanced level. |
| 13 | Possesses foreign language knowledge at a level to follow information in their field and communicate with colleagues. |
| 14 | Possesses a spirit of solidarity, high self-confidence, and discipline. |
| 15 | Contributes to solving social, scientific, cultural, and ethical problems encountered in topics related to their field and supports the development of these values. |