| HISTORY |
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| The field of Curriculum and Instruction was established in 2011 after being approved by HEC (YOK). |
| QUALIFICATION AWARDED |
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| Curriculum and Instruction Specialist |
| LEVEL OF QUALIFICATION |
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| Second Cycle (Master’s) Degree without Thesis |
| SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS |
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Being a graduate of the Faculty of Education. Candidates gain access to the programmes based on their first cycle degree grade point averages. In case of equal points, the younger candidate will be accepted. |
| SPECIFIC ARRANGEMENTS FOR RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
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| Anyone who graduated from any teaching branch of the Faculties of Education can apply to this program. |
| QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS |
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| Anyone who graduated from any teaching branch of the Faculties of Education can apply to this program. |
| PROFILE OF THE PROGRAMME |
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| Non-thesis master's degree |
| OCCUPATIONAL PROFILES OF GRADUATES |
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| Graduates of the Non-Thesis Master's Program in Curriculum and Instruction are equipped with advanced knowledge and skills that enable them to pursue a variety of professional roles in the field of education. They can work in schools affiliated with the Ministry of National Education as teachers or administrators, as well as in private educational institutions, tutoring centers, and educational consultancy organizations as specialists. Additionally, graduates contribute to curriculum development, program design, and assessment by preparing and implementing educational materials. Given the program’s emphasis on effective use of educational technologies, graduates are also qualified to design digital learning environments and apply innovative teaching methods. Consequently, they demonstrate a versatile professional profile, capable of contributing both in academic and practical educational settings. |
| ACCESS TO FURTHER STUDIES |
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| Curriculum and instruction is an international field. It is known all over the world and has the same name as the program. Graduates of the Non-Thesis Master's Program in Curriculum and Instruction are also well-prepared to pursue advanced academic studies, such as thesis-based master's programs or doctoral programs in education. The program equips them with a solid foundation in educational theory, curriculum development, instructional design, and research methodologies, enabling them to engage effectively in independent research and scholarly inquiry. Their proficiency in both theoretical and practical aspects of education allows them to meet the academic requirements of higher-degree programs and to contribute meaningfully to research projects, curriculum innovation, and evidence-based educational practices. As a result, these graduates demonstrate the readiness and competence necessary to successfully transition to advanced graduate-level studies. |
| EXAMINATION REGULATIONS, ASSESSMENT AND GRADING |
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| Success grade refers to the equivalent of the raw success grade in the 4-point grade system, which is determined by taking into account the grades of the students from the semester/year evaluation and the semester/end exam, excluding the single course and exemption exams, according to the predicted weights. The course grade determines success in a course. The course success grade is obtained by evaluating the student’s success in studies such as exams, applied studies, homework during the semester and the final exam together. The student's success grade is calculated by adding 40% of the midterm evaluation and 60% of the final exam grade. Contribution rates of mid-term evaluation and final exams to the success grade can be changed with the proposal of the department/article, the decision of the institute board and the approval of the Senate. To be successful in a course; The course grade must be at least CB in master's degree. |
| GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS |
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| A student who fails or cannot complete the programme at the end of the maximum duration is dismissed from the programme. The term project course is non-credit and is evaluated as successful or unsuccessful. The student has to register for the term project in the semester in which the term project is received and submit a written project and/or report at the end of the term. The term project can be carried out together with the courses. |
| MODE OF STUDY |
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| E-learning |
| FACILITIES |
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| All facilities offered by our university to the Institute of Graduate Studies and the Faculty of Education can be used. |
| Address, Programme Director or Equivalent |
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Prof. Dr. İsmail GELEN OMU Institute of Graduate Studies / Educational Sciences / Curriculum and Instruction 55139 Kurupelit- SAMSUN Phone: 0362 3121919 / 5599 E-mail: ismailgelen@omu.edu.tr |