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Last Updated: 21/09/2026

Psychology, as a scientific discipline devoted to understanding and explaining human behavior, encompasses various areas of specialization such as developmental psychology, experimental/cognitive psychology, applied psychology, clinical psychology, social psychology, and industrial and organizational psychology. The primary rationale behind the proposed Master’s Program in General Psychology in our department is to provide graduates of four-year undergraduate psychology programs with a master’s degree in subfields including developmental psychology, social psychology, applied psychology, experimental/cognitive psychology, and industrial and organizational psychology.

Considering the increasing national and international interest in psychological science, graduate education in different areas of specialization is expected to make significant contributions to both academic research and applied practice. In order to become a faculty member in psychology or related disciplines at universities in Türkiye or abroad, it is necessary to complete master’s and doctoral education following undergraduate studies. Accordingly, the proposed Master’s Program in General Psychology aims to provide candidates with the master’s degree required prior to doctoral training. In addition, obtaining a master’s degree in one of the aforementioned subfields will provide an advantage for candidates who wish to pursue doctoral studies in the same or related areas.

Furthermore, the proposed program is expected to contribute significantly to the applied fields of psychology. Graduate education following undergraduate training will enhance the qualifications of professionals working in applied settings and strengthen their adherence to scientific principles and methods in practice. The program will also promote collaboration among professionals working in academic and applied areas of psychology and facilitate the broader dissemination of scientific knowledge produced in universities to society through practitioners in the field.

Finally, the Department of Psychology at Anadolu University was the first psychology department to offer undergraduate education in psychology in Eskişehir. Likewise, the proposed master’s program will be the first graduate program in psychology offered in Eskişehir. Therefore, it will provide an important opportunity for psychology graduates living in Eskişehir and surrounding provinces who wish to pursue graduate education in psychology.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Admission to graduate programmes is governed by the relevant legislation on graduate education, the Anadolu University Regulation on Graduate Education and Examinations, and the admission requirements announced by the relevant Graduate School. Depending on the programme, admission decisions may take into account the Academic Personnel and Graduate Education Entrance Examination (ALES) score, foreign language proficiency, undergraduate or graduate grade point average, written scientific assessment examination, interview, portfolio, and/or other programme-specific selection criteria.
Candidates who are offered admission must complete their registration within the deadlines announced by the relevant Graduate School and submit all required documentation. Admission through horizontal transfer is carried out in accordance with the Anadolu University Regulation on Graduate Education and Examinations and the procedures established by the relevant Graduate School. The application and admission procedures for international applicants are conducted in accordance with the admission requirements and supporting documentation approved by the Senate of Anadolu University.
Applicants to the program must have successfully completed at least a four-year undergraduate degree in psychology or a related field and must hold a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.80 out of 4.00.Applicants are required to obtain a minimum score of 70 in one of the quantitative-verbal score types of the Academic Personnel and Graduate Education Entrance Examination (ALES) administered by the Turkish Measurement, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM), or an equivalent score on internationally recognized examinations such as the GRE or GMAT, as determined by the Senate of Anadolu University.Applicants must also receive a minimum score of 60 on a foreign language examination recognized by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK).In addition, applicants are required to obtain at least 70 points on the scientific examination administered prior to admission to the program.Applicants must submit at least two letters of recommendation and a statement of purpose explaining their motivation for applying to the program.

Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the relevant higher education legislation, the University's regulations governing education, examinations and assessment, and the institutional principles for exemption and credit transfer. Students may apply, within the specified deadlines, for exemption and credit transfer based on courses successfully completed at another higher education institution or on equivalent prior learning. Applications are evaluated by the relevant board or commission with due consideration of course content, credit/ECTS values, grades obtained, and their compatibility with the curriculum and learning outcomes of the relevant programme.
Students who have been definitively enrolled at another higher education institution, either in Türkiye or abroad, may apply for credit and grade transfer within the first week of enrollment. Such requests are evaluated by the administrative board of the relevant academic unit and are decided on a one-time basis, covering the student's entire previous course of study.

All students enrolled at Anadolu University are assigned a faculty academic advisor to provide guidance and support throughout their studies. Academic advisors offer counselling from the beginning of the student's academic programme until graduation, assisting students with academic, administrative, and other matters related to university life. In particular, advisors provide guidance during course registration and course selection processes, monitor students' academic progress, and support them in making informed decisions regarding their educational pathways.
For further information, please refer to the Academic Advising Directive of Anadolu University.

The programme is delivered in face-to-face / blended mode. Students are enrolled on the programme as (full-time / part-time) students. Teaching and learning activities are conducted in accordance with the programme curriculum, including the semester structure, scheduled class hours, practical components, and, where applicable, online learning environments.

A variety of assessment methods such as mid-term(s), assignment(s), exercise(s), project(s), practice(s), and a final exam are implemented in the programme. Assessment methods may include classical test(s), multiple-choice test(s), homework(s), performance evaluation(s), and product evaluation(s). In order to graduate from the programme, cumulative GPA must be minimum 2.00. A course grade is constituted by evaluating the above stated elements and given by using letters. Letter grades and their associated coefficients are as follows;
Different assessment methods such as midterm exams, assignments, projects, practical applications, and final exams are used in this program.

Grade Coefficient
AA 4,0
AB 3,7
BA 3,3
BB 3,0
BC 2,7
CB 2,3
CC 2,0
CD 1,7
DC 1,3
DD 1,0
FF 0,0

A student is required to successfully complete a minimum of 7 courses, not less than 52,5 ECTS credits, take the required seminar and the Field Specialization courses and write and defend a Master’s Thesis, have a minimum GPA of 2.50/4.00 and no letter grades lower than CC, YT and no YZ, DZ grades.
The student must successfully complete at least 2 compulsory courses, 6 elective courses, and 1 seminar course, totaling no fewer than 60 ECTS credits, as well as a thesis study worth at least 60 ECTS credits. In addition, the student must earn a grade of at least CC or higher in all courses taken and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 out of 4.00.

To be awarded a Master's Degree with Thesis, students must successfully complete at least seven courses, a seminar course, specialisation courses, and a master's thesis, corresponding to a minimum of 120 ECTS credits. To qualify for graduation, students must obtain a grade of Satisfactory (YT) or CC or above in all courses, achieve a minimum CGPA of 2.50 on a 4.00 scale, successfully defend their thesis before an examination committee, publish at least one article in a peer-reviewed journal or one paper in a peer-reviewed conference related to their field of study, and satisfy all other graduation requirements prescribed by the programme.
The student must successfully complete at least 2 compulsory courses, 6 elective courses, and 1 seminar course, totaling no fewer than 60 ECTS credits, as well as a thesis study worth at least 60 ECTS credits. In addition, the student must earn a grade of at least CC or higher in all courses taken and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 out of 4.00.

Students who successfully fulfil all programme requirements are awarded a Master's Degree Diploma in Program in General Psychology.. Graduates obtain a Level 7 (Master's Degree) qualification within the Turkish Qualifications Framework (TQF).

Graduates of this program may pursue academic careers at universities or work in research, human resources, education, counseling, and applied psychology in both public and private sectors. Graduates may also be employed in research centers, non-governmental organizations, and psychology-related units of various institutions. In addition, the program provides a strong academic foundation for students who wish to continue with doctoral studies.

Graduates of Master's Degree programmes with a thesis are eligible to apply for Doctoral (PhD) or Proficiency in Arts programmes in accordance with the relevant legislation governing graduate education.
May apply to doctoral programs in related fields.
ASSOC. PROF. DR. TUĞBA GÖRĞÜLÜ
ASSIST. PROF. DR. CANSU YILMAZ
ASSIST. PROF. DR. GAMZE ER VARGÜN

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