Social Work
Greetings, I'm Abdulkadir YELER, the head of the Department of Social Services at Istanbul Medeniyet University. Our department was established in 2017, and we are proud to have our third batch of graduates in 2023. Our four-year education plan emphasizes the integration of theoretical and practical training, as it is essential for the social work profession. Approximately 30% of our curriculum is dedicated to applied courses. In line with professional requirements, we ensure that our students gain hands-on experience through supervised practices in public institutions, non-governmental organizations, and local government institutions in Istanbul.
To enrich our students' education and promote active participation in social life, we organize social responsibility projects. These projects aim to contribute to the education of our students while facilitating the well-being and inclusion of various social groups. Sometimes, we engage in activities to support the elderly, and at other times, we focus on initiatives related to individuals with disabilities or other marginalized groups.
Our students have the opportunity to pursue internships in a wide range of institutions directly involved in social policy, local government institutions, and non-governmental organizations in Istanbul. Another distinctive feature of our department is the availability of double major programs. By enrolling in these programs, our students can graduate from Istanbul Medeniyet University with a double major, particularly in departments such as sociology, psychology, and the Division of Guidance and Psychological Counseling (PDR), receiving two diplomas simultaneously.In our commitment to enhance our students' education, we establish partnerships with international social service schools. Notably, our ERASMUS agreements enable students to participate in student mobility projects and study abroad for a specific period of time. These international experiences broaden their horizons and enrich their professional development.Upon graduation, our students have diverse career opportunities. They can work in fundamental social policy institutions such as the Ministry of Family and Social Services, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Ministry of Labor and Social Security, and the Ministry of Health. Additionally, they can seek employment in local government institutions and national and international non-governmental organizations dedicated to social work.Furthermore, Istanbul Medeniyet University holds a special distinction as a student-friendly institution. As a young university, our current professors and students actively contribute to shaping the institution's culture. We invite prospective students to join the Istanbul Medeniyet University family and collaborate with us in building a strong and thriving institutional culture for years to come.
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To enrich our students' education and promote active participation in social life, we organize social responsibility projects. These projects aim to contribute to the education of our students while facilitating the well-being and inclusion of various social groups. Sometimes, we engage in activities to support the elderly, and at other times, we focus on initiatives related to individuals with disabilities or other marginalized groups.
Our students have the opportunity to pursue internships in a wide range of institutions directly involved in social policy, local government institutions, and non-governmental organizations in Istanbul. Another distinctive feature of our department is the availability of double major programs. By enrolling in these programs, our students can graduate from Istanbul Medeniyet University with a double major, particularly in departments such as sociology, psychology, and the Division of Guidance and Psychological Counseling (PDR), receiving two diplomas simultaneously.In our commitment to enhance our students' education, we establish partnerships with international social service schools. Notably, our ERASMUS agreements enable students to participate in student mobility projects and study abroad for a specific period of time. These international experiences broaden their horizons and enrich their professional development.Upon graduation, our students have diverse career opportunities. They can work in fundamental social policy institutions such as the Ministry of Family and Social Services, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Ministry of Labor and Social Security, and the Ministry of Health. Additionally, they can seek employment in local government institutions and national and international non-governmental organizations dedicated to social work.Furthermore, Istanbul Medeniyet University holds a special distinction as a student-friendly institution. As a young university, our current professors and students actively contribute to shaping the institution's culture. We invite prospective students to join the Istanbul Medeniyet University family and collaborate with us in building a strong and thriving institutional culture for years to come.