Graduate & Doctorate

MASTER OF ARTS PROGRAMS

a) Adult Education
The Master of Arts Program in the Department of Educational Sciences in Adult Education is a two-year program consisting of 26 credit hours (129 ECTS) of coursework spread over four semesters including the preparation of a thesis and the oral defense of the thesis. Students are also required to do field work as assigned on a non-credit basis. The successful completion of the program leads to the Master of Arts Degree in Educational Sciences.

First Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 501 Statistics
Principles and techniques in the application of statistics to data analysis. Univariate and multivariate analyses of variance, covariance and regression, discriminant and factor analyses. Data analysis through use of statistical software and interpretation of results.
4 4 8 8
ED 505 Advanced Research Methods
Conceptualization of scientific inquiry. Quantitative research including descriptive, correlational, causal comparative and experimental designs. Qualitative research approaches including grounded theory and case study. Critical examination of existing research and development of a research proposal.
4 4 8 8
ED 541 Fundamentals of Adult Education
The nature, extent and significance of adult education. Major areas, types of programs with special reference to the Turkish scene. Outstanding trends and issues in the organization, management, and evaluation of adult education programs.
3 3 7 7
ED 579 Graduate Seminar - - 1 1
— Elective 3 3 7 7
14
14
31
31
Second Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 546 Program Planning in Adult Education
Principles and procedures in identifying and appraising program opportunities in adult education. Special considerations in design, development and implementation of learning programs. Evaluation of adult education programs.
3 3 8 8
ED 558 Administrative Processes in Education
Focus on the contemporary framework of educational administration. Planning, organization, management issues in adult as well as in formal educational institutions.
3 3 8 8
ED 564 Seminar
Orientation towards professional expectations and responsibilities. Integration of scientific principles with professional ethics and identity.
3 3 7 7
— Elective 3 3 7 7
12
12
30
30
Third Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 569 Field Experience I
Supervised field experience with emphasis on the application of concepts, principles and skills acquired in previous work. Submission of a written report by the end of the semester.
- - 8 8
ED 690 Master's Thesis
Design and completion of an original research project under the supervision of a thesis advisor on a specific topic in the area of specialization selected in accordance with the particular interest of the student.
- - 60 60
68
68
Fourth Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 690 Master's Thesis
Design and completion of an original research project under the supervision of a thesis advisor on a specific topic in the area of specialization selected in accordance with the particular interest of the student.
- - 60 60
60
60

b) Guidance and Psychological Counseling 

The Master of Arts Program in the Department of Educational Sciences in Guidance and Psychological Counseling is a two-year program consisting of 36 credit hours (154 ECTS) of coursework spread over four semesters including the preparation of a thesis and the oral defense of the thesis. Students are also required to do field work as assigned on a non-credit basis. The successful completion of the program leads to the Master of Arts Degree in Educational Sciences.

First Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 501 Statistics
Principles and techniques in the application of statistics to data analysis. Univariate and multivariate analyses of variance, covariance and regression, discriminant and factor analyses. Data analysis through use of statistical software and interpretation of results.
4 4 8 8
ED 505 Advanced Research Methods
Conceptualization of scientific inquiry. Quantitative research including descriptive, correlational, causal comparative and experimental designs. Qualitative research approaches including grounded theory and case study. Critical examination of existing research and development of a research proposal.
4 4 8 8
ED 521 Counseling Theories and Techniques I
Comparative study of major theories and techniques used in counseling, including the psychoanalytic, person-centered, existential, behavioral, and cognitive approaches. Exercising basic techniques in roleplay.
3 3 7 7
ED 551 Developmental Disorders
Conceptualization of developmental trajectories. Biological, normative developmental, familial, peer related and socio-cultural factors involved in positive adjustment and maladjustment. Prevention and early intervention in major disorders of infancy, childhood and adolescence.
3 3 7 7
ED 579 Graduate Seminar
The widening of students' perspectives and awareness of topics of interest to educational scientists and psychological counselors through seminars offered by faculty, guest speakers and graduate students.
- - 1 1
— Elective 3 3 7 7
17
17
38
38
Second Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 522 Counseling Theories and Techniques II
Comparative study of major theories in counseling including the integrative, rational-emotive, behavior therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and postmodern approaches. Exercising basic techniques in roleplay.
3 3 7 7
ED 524 Psychological Assessment
Purposes, methods and practice in psychological assessment. Administration, scoring, interpreting and reporting selected major tests in cognitive, social and emotional domains under supervision. Use of assessment data in research and intervention.
4 4 8 8
ED 528/530 Group Dynamics and Counseling/Family Dynamics and Counseling 3 3 8 8
ED 532 Professional Development and Ethics
A framework for life-long ethical reasoning, decision making and practice in counseling. Exploration of legal and socio-cultural issues. Professional standards and supervision. Personal and professional development.
2 2 6 6
— Elective 3 3 7 7
15
15
36
36
Third Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 563 Counseling Practice I
Development and application of knowledge and skills in individual counseling, group counseling, guidance and consultation under group and individual supervision. Minimum 100 hours of semester practice; evenly divided between schools and other approved settings.
0 0 10 10
ED 690 Master’s Thesis
Design and completion of an original research project under the supervision of a thesis advisor on a specific topic in the area of specialization selected in accordance with the particular interest of the student.
- - 30 30
40
40
Fourth Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 566 Counseling Practice II
Development and application of knowledge and skills in individual counseling, group counseling, guidance and consultation under group and individual supervision. Minimum 100 hours of semester practice; evenly divided between schools and other approved settings.
0 0 10 10
ED 690 Master's Thesis
Design and completion of an original research project under the supervision of a thesis advisor on a specific topic in the area of specialization selected in accordance with the particular interest of the student.
- - 30 30
40
40

c) Curriculum and Instructional Programs

The Master of Arts Program in the Department of Educational Sciences in Curriculum and Instructional Programs consists of two years of study with 32 credit hours (135 ECTS) of course work during the first year and the  preparation of a thesis during the second year, followed by its oral defense. The successful completion of the program leads to the Master of Arts Degree in Educational Sciences with special emphasis on Curriculum and Instructional Programs.

First Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 501 Statistics
Principles and techniques in the application of statistics to data analysis. Univariate and multivariate analyses of variance, covariance and regression, discriminant and factor analyses. Data analysis through use of statistical software and interpretation of results.
4 4 8 8
ED 505 Advanced Research Methods
Conceptualization of scientific inquiry. Quantitative research including descriptive, correlational, causal comparative and experimental designs. Qualitative research approaches including grounded theory and case study. Critical examination of existing research and development of a research proposal.
4 4 8 8
ED 511 Advanced Educational Psychology
Major topics in human development, personality and motivation, intelligence and thinking, learning and cognition, social and organizational context of behavior, and instruction and intervention. Emphasis on original writings, dilemmas or unsettled questions.
3 3 7 7
ED 573 Measurement, Evaluation and Assessment
Comparison of measurement, evaluation and assessment approaches. Familiarization with different constructs in testing and concepts related to testing. Interpretation of test results and intervention outcomes.
3 3 7 7
ED 579 Graduate Seminar
The widening of students' perspectives and awareness of topics of interest to educational scientists and psychological counselors through seminars offered by faculty, guest speakers and graduate students.
- - 1 1
ED 580-589 Special Topics in Education 3 3 7 7
17
17
38
38
Second Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 542 Instructional Design
Approaches to instructional design. Analysis of instructional environments; learner, content, organization, instructional theories and strategies. Designing and developing materials appropriate to objectives, content and environment. Applying and evaluating learning environments vis-à-vis the content area.
3 3 7 7
ED 571 Curriculum: Theory and Design
Principles for the selection and formulation of objectives, selection and organization of subject matter content vis-à-vis the objectives through the construction of the table of specifications. Development of student evaluation instruments and the integration of instructional components.
3 3 8 8
ED 578 Curriculum: Theory and Design
The evaluation of school curricula and other programs. Special problems of measurement in evaluation research. Comparison of objectives with outcomes.
3 3 8 8
ED 580-589 Special Topics in Education 3 3 7 7
— Elective 3 3 7 7
15
15
37
37
Third Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 690 Master’s Thesis
Design and completion of an original research project under the supervision of a thesis advisor on a specific topic in the area of specialization selected in accordance with the particular interest of the student.
- - 30 30
30
30
Fourth Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 690 Master’s Thesis
Design and completion of an original research project under the supervision of a thesis advisor on a specific topic in the area of specialization selected in accordance with the particular interest of the student.
- - 30 30
30
30

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY PROGRAM

The Ph.D. program in Educational Sciences consists of a minimum of 21 credit hours of course work beyond the Master's Degree, spread over a maximum of four semesters followed by a qualifying examination, submission of Ph.D. Dissertation and the oral defense of the dissertation. The successful completion of program leads to the Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Educational Sciences.

First Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 641 Comparative Adult Education
Comparative study of adult education concepts and practices in selected countries. The socio-economic factors affecting the development of adult education in different cultural settings. Analysis of trends, common problems, and recurrent issues.
3 3 16 16
ED 643 Mass-Media in Adult Education
The use of mass-media in adult education, including film, radio, television and printing press: integration of mass media production with on going or newly developed adult education programs; evaluation of existing programs.
3 3 16 16
ED 695 Special Studies in Education
Seminar presentations and group discussions on selected topics in education for intensive analysis, theoretical and conceptual formulations.
3 3 14 14
— Elective 3 3 14 14
12
12
60
60
Second Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 686 Special Topics in Adult Education
Intensive study of a selected topic of significance in the field of adult education. The topic is to be announced at the beginning of the semester. An individual or group project is required.
3 3 16 16
ED 696 Special Studies in Education
Seminar presentations and group discussions on selected topics in education for intensive analysis, theoretical and conceptual formulations.
3 3 16 16
— Elective 3 3 14 14
— Elective 3 3 14 14
12
12
60
60
Third Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 700 Graduate Seminar 0 0 1 1
ED 790 PhD Thesis
Design and completion of a major research project under the supervision of a dissertation advisor on a specific topic in the area of specialization selected in accordance with particular interest of the student.
0 0 120 120
121
121
Fourth Semester
Cr. ECTS
ED 790 Ph.D Thesis
Design and completion of a major research project under the supervision of a dissertation advisor on a specific topic in the area of specialization selected in accordance with particular interest of the student.
0 0 120 120
120
120