History and General Introduction to The Department of Philosophy
The department of philosophy began offering bachelor’s degrees in 2008. The department applies a teaching programme that aims to present philosophical questions and proposed solutions to these questions from a historical perspective, to contribute to this historical process and, at the same time, to increase students’ awareness of existence, knowledge and values and to help them develop critical and free points of view. The courses are based on the analysis of philosophical texts, the discussion of philosophical issues, and the production of philosophical solutions to current problems. In this way, it aims to develop students’ unique philosophical understanding and to enable the development of their oral and written communication skills. In addition to the bachelor’s programme, the department offers master’s and PhD programmes. The aim of these programmes is to enable students to carry out academic work in the field of philosophy and to contribute to meeting the needs of Türkiye for scholars in the field of philosophy.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the department of philosophy can work in public institutions such as the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Türkiye, the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Türkiye, the Ministry of National Education of the Republic of Türkiye, the Ministry of Family and Social Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, various private educational institutions, psycho-technical evaluation centres and industrial enterprises. Those who continue their postgraduate education can work as researchers and lecturers in universities or other institutions.