Academic Year Akdeniz University Erasmus+ Incoming Students Info Pack

Size: px

Start display at page:

Download "Academic Year Akdeniz University Erasmus+ Incoming Students Info Pack"

Phoebe Carr
5 years ago
Views:

1 Academic Year Akdeniz University Erasmus+ Incoming Students Info Pack antalya it s time for

2 AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY Organization of the Academic Year st nd 1 Semester (Autumn): 2 Semester (Spring): th th 30 July November 2017 Application Deadlines Arrival Dates Orientation Programme Expected date is mid-september. Students will be informed about the exact date by . Expected date is mid-september. Students will be informed about the exact date by . Expected date is the last week of January. Students will be informed about the exact date by Expected date is the last week of January. Students will be informed about the exact date by Erasmus+ 07 EUROPE ANTALYA 01A Akdeniz University International Relations Of ce Dumlupınar Boulevard Rectorate 6 th Floor Campus Antalya, Turkey Akdeniz University International Relations Of ce AkdenizUni_IRO incoming@akdeniz.edu.tr

3 AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY Since Akdeniz University was founded on July , it has experienced a process of continuous evolution and growth to the point where, with its 21 faculties, 7 institutes, 1 school, 1 conservatory, 11 vocational schools, 4 departmental directorates, and 51 research and application centres, it can provide quality higher educational services in a wide range of different fields, and enjoys a reputation for being an innovative and dynamic university in its approach to developing scientific research and applications at an international level. Mission of the University The mission of Akdeniz University is to provide education and conduct scientific production at a universal level through the provision of high quality academic programmes; to contribute to the technological transformation of information; to meet the needs of society at the highest level in the fields of knowledge, technology, art, culture and other areas. Vision of the University The vision of Akdeniz University is to become a distinguished university which continuously enhances the quality of its work in the fields of education, research, art and technology; which is sensitive to the environment; which is entrepreneurial, and which is recognized internationally for its scientific work.

4 Where is Akdeniz University? Akdeniz University is the leading higher education and scientific research centre in the West Mediterranean region of Turkey. It is located in Antalya, one of the tourism capitals of Turkey and the world. Turkey

AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE The aim of the International Relations Office (IRO) is to make the best possible contribution to the effective and sustainable implementation of the

6 AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE The aim of the International Relations Office (IRO) is to make the best possible contribution to the effective and sustainable implementation of the internationalization strategies of Akdeniz University, and to enable those strategies in a way which takes into account the new conditions which have been introduced into the higher education system in the field of internationalization. The IRO is responsible for Erasmus+ Programme, the Bologna Process, Mevlana and Farabi Exchange Programmes and IAESTE, as well as international cooperation activities with universities abroad and the coordination of international students, and the international activities of the university. The IRO also takes care of services such as the Eurodesk Contact Point, which was created as a European Knowledge Transfer Network which can provide information to young people about European opportunities in the education and youth area, and how they can benefit from these opportunities.

7 AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY KEY DATA This information is addressed to you who are preparing your study period at Akdeniz University in the framework of the ERASMUS+. The Erasmus+ team wishes you a successful time studying and an enjoyable stay in Antalya! Official Name Erasmus+ ID Code PIC Number Rector Advisor to the Rector for International Relations Erasmus+ Institutional Coordinator AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY TRANTALYA Prof. Dr. Mustafa Ünal Assoc. Prof. Binnur Genç İlter Nurgül Büyükkalay Phone: nbuyukkalay@akdeniz.edu.tr erasmus@akdeniz.edu.tr Erasmus+ Incoming Students Officer Isa Gök Phone: incoming@akdeniz.edu.tr isagok@akdeniz.edu.tr

8 Erasmus+ Officer Özge Kaya Phone: Erasmus+ Bilateral Agreements Dr. Ceren Kocabaş Phone: International Relations Office David Garrick Phone: Erasmus+ Outgoing Students Officer Derya Lökçü Phone: International Office Contact Information Official Language Of Instruction Akdeniz University Catalogue and Video Akdeniz University International Relations Office Dumlupınar Boulevard Rectorate 6 Floor Campus Antalya, Turkey erasmus@akdeniz.edu.tr Turkish, with a growing number of courses in English. English courses are provided for Erasmus+ students. katalog2014/katalog2014.pdf profiles/videos/207

9 Organization of the Academic Year 2017/2018 Application Deadlines Arrival Dates 1 Semester (Autumn): 30 July Semester (Spring): 30 November 2017 Expected date is mid-september. Expected date is the last week Students will be informed about of January. Students will be informed the exact date by . about the exact date by . Orientation Programme Expected date is mid-september. Expected date is the last week Students will be informed about of January. Students will be informed the exact date by . about the exact date by . Academic Calendar The academic year calendar can be found on the following webpage: Erasmus+ Application Materials w Learning Agreement w Ofﬁcial transcript(s) w Copy of ID page of passport tion on Informa /Electives s e Cours e check th Please g link for in w o foll ses of cour the list r/en : d e iz.edu.t oﬀer s.akden erasmu

10 Course Enrolment As part of the online application process, incoming exchange students are required to submit their provisional learning agreements with their course selections. The list of courses offered is subject to change. Final course registration will take place during the course registration period at the beginning of each semester, and during the add/drop period defined in the academic calendar. Students must complete all necessary paperwork and receive all the required approvals within the designated deadlines. Course Load The normal course load for the autumn and spring semesters is 30 ECTS credits. If students need to take additional credits they may need to obtain special approval. Add / Drop Period Students are required to finalise the details of their Learning Agreements during the first two weeks of their courses. The add/drop period is from September 21 to 27 in the Autumn Semester, and from February 1st to 7 in the Spring Semester. Exams End-of-semester examinations are administered during the examination period as announced on the academic calendar. No special early exams can be arranged for the incoming exchange students. Grading A student's course performance is evaluated by the relevant course instructor based on midterm examinations and assignments, as well as attendance, if applicable, and the results of the end-of-semester examinations. For every course taken by a student, the relevant course instructor assigns a grade to the student within the announced dates on the academic calendar. We use the ECTS credit system and the grading system is standard American letter grade. The minimum passing grade is 'D'. Grade F indicates that the student failed the course.

11 Learning Expectations Students are required to attend all courses, applied exercises, laboratory sessions, projects, examinations and other related academic activities for which they are registered. The effect of attendance on the grade calculation shall be announced by the instructor at the beginning of the semester. Transcripts Akdeniz University issues Transcripts automatically to all incoming Erasmus exchange students. Transcripts are issued in English to non-erasmus exchange students. Transcripts are sent to the International Offices or Study Abroad Offices of partner institutions no later than 5 weeks after the completion of the grading period. Consulate Address Please check the following link to find Turkish Embassies or Consulates abroad: Residence Permit Housing Akdeniz University cannot provide dormitory accommodation for exchange students. However, there are a variety of apart hotels and private dormitories around the campus. It is also possible for students to rent flats. Academic Expenses Exchange students are not required to pay any tuition fees, but are responsible for the purchase of their own textbooks, and for their own living and personal expenses.

Health Related Health services for both the staff and students of Akdeniz University are provided at an outpatient clinic in the Medico-Social Centre.

The costs of medication and treatment for students who have no social insurance provision for either themselves or family members (spouse or parents) are covered by the special budget by way of

12 Health Related Health services for both the staff and students of Akdeniz University are provided at an outpatient clinic in the Medico-Social Centre. From there they may be transferred to other health institutions for further examination and treatment if necessary. The costs of medication and treatment for students who have no social insurance provision for either themselves or family members (spouse or parents) are covered by the special budget by way of medical reports issued by the Health, Culture and Sports Directorate. Psychological Consultancy and Guidance The primary aim of the Psychological Counselling and Guidance Unit is to protect the mental health of students and personnel by means of individual psychotherapy. Psychological Consultation and Guidance Services are undertaken by psychiatrists, psychologists and social services experts. Psychotherapy treatments can help individuals to feel more able to achieve their goals in life by enabling them to take the control of their emotions, thoughts and actions. The objective is to allow individuals to get to know themselves better, to decrease psychological stress if it is present, to eliminate behavioral disorders, and to enable the positive growth and development of personality. Akdeniz Student Card An Akdeniz student card is given to all exchange students at the beginning of the semester. All students are required to carry their student cards with them at all times. Students may be asked to show their cards to enter examinations and benefit from on campus facilities.

Visa Requirements Please check with the nearest Turkish Embassy or Consulate, or on the internet (http://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa) to find out whether you need to obtain a student visa or not.

13 Visa Requirements Please check with the nearest Turkish Embassy or Consulate, or on the internet ( to find out whether you need to obtain a student visa or not. Incoming exchange students may be required to obtain a student visa for the duration of their period of study in Turkey. Students who are required to obtain a student visa should apply directly in person to the nearest Turkish Embassy or Consulate as soon as they receive their letter of acceptance from Akdeniz University. Please note that the visa process may take 6-8 weeks. Students who are required to obtain a student visa should inform the Akdeniz University International Relations Office. We will then send the necessary acceptance and support letters. Information for Exchange Students Website

14 2017 Public Holidays in Turkey New Year's Day National Independence Day Labour Day Youth and Sports Day Ramadan Festival Eve Ramadan Festival Victory Day Muslim Festival of Sacrifices Eve Muslim Festival of Sacrifices Republic Day 1 January April May May June 2017 (1/2 Day) June August August 2017 (1/2 Day) 1-4 September October Public Holidays in Turkey New Year's Day National Independence Day 1 January April 2018 Labour Day 1 May 2018 Youth and Sports Day 19 May 2018 Ramadan Festival Eve Ramadan Festival Victory Day Muslim Festival of Sacrifices Eve Muslim Festival of Sacrifices Republic Day 14 June 2018 (1/2 Day) June August August 2018 (1/2 Day) August October 2017

15 We are looking welcoming forward to you to Akdeniz University prepared by Nurgül Büyükkalay Gökay Yiğit antalya it s time for

Akdeniz University International Relations Office. Newsletter. uio.akdeniz.edu.tr/en. Akdeniz University International Relations Office

Akdeniz University International Relations Office Newsletter Akdeniz University International Relations Office @AkdenizUni_IRO AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY YÖS EXAM APPLICATIONS HAVE DOUBLED! THE AKDENIZ YÖS EXAM