Faculty of Education

HISTORY
The PhD Program in Guidance and Psychological Counseling began offering education at the doctoral level in 1993.

QUALIFICATION AWARDED
A student who successfully completes the PhD Program in Guidance and Psychological Counseling is awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

LEVEL OF QUALIFICATION
Doctorate (PhD)

SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
ALES Score: Minimum 55 for applicants with a master’s degree; minimum 80 for those applying directly with a bachelor’s degree (Equally Weighted score type). Foreign Language Requirement: Minimum score of 55 from YDS/ÜDS or an equivalent language exam recognized by the Interuniversity Board. Evaluation Criteria for Admission: ALES Score: 50%, Undergraduate GPA: 30%, and Interview Score: 20%. Applicants who do not attend the interview are automatically considered unsuccessful. A minimum total score of 65 is required for placement. Candidates above the threshold are ranked based on scores and placed according to available quotas. In the case of a tie, the candidate with the higher ALES score is prioritized.

SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ALES Score: Minimum 55 for applicants with a master’s degree; minimum 80 for those applying directly with a bachelor’s degree (Equally Weighted score type). Foreign Language Requirement: Minimum score of 55 from YDS/ÜDS or an equivalent language exam recognized by the Interuniversity Board. Evaluation Criteria for Admission: ALES Score: 50%, Undergraduate GPA: 30%, and Interview Score: 20%. Applicants who do not attend the interview are automatically considered unsuccessful. A minimum total score of 65 is required for placement. Candidates above the threshold are ranked based on scores and placed according to available quotas. In the case of a tie, the candidate with the higher ALES score is prioritized.

SPECIFIC ARRANGEMENTS FOR RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
To apply for the PhD program, candidates must hold a master’s degree in Guidance and Psychological Counseling.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS
To graduate from the PhD Program in Guidance and Psychological Counseling, a student must successfully complete all required coursework and fulfill at least seven courses, a seminar, a qualifying exam, thesis proposal, and dissertation work corresponding to 24 national credits and 240 ECTS credits.

PROFILE OF THE PROGRAMME
The Phd Program in Guidance and Psychological Counseling includes both theoretical and practical coursework. Courses are delivered in technology-integrated classrooms. The program admits approximately 8–10 students per semester. The program, conducted in the Faculty of Education at Ondokuz Mayıs University Kurupelit Campus, is supported by 4 Professors, 3 Associate Professors, 2 Assistant Professors, and 3 Research Assistants with PhD degrees

PROFILE OF THE PROGRAMME

The Phd Program in Guidance and Psychological Counseling includes both theoretical and practical coursework. Courses are delivered in technology-integrated classrooms. The program admits approximately 8–10 students per semester. The program, conducted in the Faculty of Education at Ondokuz Mayıs University Kurupelit Campus, is supported by 4 Professors, 3 Associate Professors, 2 Assistant Professors, and 3 Research Assistants with PhD degrees

OCCUPATIONAL PROFILES OF GRADUATES
Graduates serve as doctoral-level psychological counselors in: Schools under the Ministry of National Education, Guidance and Research Centers, Private educational institutions, Ministries of Justice and Health, Law enforcement institutions, and other public and private organizations. Additionally, graduates may work as faculty members in higher education institutions.

ACCESS TO FURTHER STUDIES
Graduates who successfully complete the PhD degree may continue their academic careers in relevant departments of universities, provided they meet institutional requirements.

EXAMINATION REGULATIONS, ASSESSMENT AND GRADING
Attendance is compulsory. Students exceeding 30% absenteeism in any course are deemed unsuccessful. Grades are calculated as: 40% Midterm Exam and 60% Final Exam. Assessment in practicum courses includes performance in applied work and evaluation of submitted reports.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students who complete all compulsory credits (24 credits), fulfill attendance requirements, and successfully defend their thesis are eligible for graduation.

MODE OF STUDY
Full-time

FACILITIES
The program provides 1 classroom and 1 seminar room, as well as 5 counseling rooms for individual and group counseling practices. All classrooms and seminar rooms are equipped with projection systems and computers. A computer laboratory with full internet access and an educational library is also available. Student mobility is provided through Erasmus agreements with foreign universities. Students have access to on-campus dormitories, dining, and social/sports facilities. Graduates may be employed in public and private institutions providing psychological counseling services.

FACILITIES

The program provides 1 classroom and 1 seminar room, as well as 5 counseling rooms for individual and group counseling practices. All classrooms and seminar rooms are equipped with projection systems and computers. A computer laboratory with full internet access and an educational library is also available. Student mobility is provided through Erasmus agreements with foreign universities. Students have access to on-campus dormitories, dining, and social/sports facilities. Graduates may be employed in public and private institutions providing psychological counseling services.

Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Prof. Dr. Hatice KUMCAĞIZ OMU Institute of Graduate Studies / Educational Sciences / Guidance and Psychological Counseling 55139 Kurupelit- SAMSUN Phone: 0362 3121919 / 5376 E-mail: haticek@omu.edu.tr

Address, Programme Director or Equivalent

Prof. Dr. Hatice KUMCAĞIZ

OMU Institute of Graduate Studies / Educational Sciences / Guidance and Psychological Counseling

55139 Kurupelit- SAMSUN

Phone: 0362 3121919 / 5376

E-mail: haticek@omu.edu.tr