Program Information
Aim
To provide the students with advanced theoretical knowledge regarding the mechanisms of functioning of nervous system from molecular level to behavior and its pathological processes and with scientific research abilities thus to make them attain the capacity to design, conduct and conclude novel and independent research in the field.Qualification Awarded
Second Cycle (Master's Degree)Registration and Admission Requirements
Bachelor's Degree Diploma, Academic Personnel and Graduate Education Exam (ALES) Result, Certificate of English ProficiencyGraduation Requirements
Students who have taken 90 to 120 ECTS, successfully passed their courses, attended a seminar and submitted their thesis are entitled to receive a diploma.Recognition of Prior Learning
Lesson Plan - ECTS Credits
* The courses indicated in this course table shows current course plan information in Student Affairs.
** Compulsory courses are certainly opened whereas opening of elective and optional courses may differ according to preferences and quota condition in related term.
*** Theoretical and practical course hours of vocational (professional) clinical courses are not considered weekly. These course hours refer to total course hours.
Please click on the course title in the table below in order to see detailed information about course objectives and learning outcomes etc.
| Fall Semester Courses Plan | ||||||
| Code | Course | Language of Instruction | T+U | UK | ECTS | Download |
| SNBY1136180 | NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT | Turkish | 2+4 | 4 | 8 | |
| SNBY1116048 | INTRODUC. to COGNITIVE ELECTRO. and BRAIN OSCILLA. | Turkish | 3 | 3 | 7 | |
| SNBY1116049 | PRINCIPLES of COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE | Turkish | 4 | 4 | 9 | |
| SNBY1116051 | NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS | Turkish | 2 | 2 | 6 | |
| SNBY1116319 | CELL BIOLOGY | Turkish | 4 | 4 | 9 | |
| SNBY1150350 | INTRODUCTION to FUNCTIONAL NEUROIMAGING | Turkish | 2+2 | 3 | 8 | |
| SNBY1116052 | PRINCIPLES of CELLULAR NEUROSCIENCE | Turkish | 4 | 4 | 9 | |
| SNBY1116524 | EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN and DATA ANALYSIS | Turkish | 3 | 3 | 9 | |
| Spring Semester Courses Plan | ||||||
| Code | Course | Language of Instruction | T+U | UK | ECTS | Download |
| SNBY1276500 | SEMINAR | Turkish | - | 6 | ||
| SNBY1214014 | HOW to PREPARE a SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH PROJECT | Turkish | 2 | 2 | 6 | |
| SNBY1216319 | CELL BIOLOGY | Turkish | 4 | 4 | 9 | |
| SNBY1216052 | PRINCIPLES of CELLULAR NEUROSCIENCE | Turkish | 4 | 4 | 9 | |
| SNBY1216055 | LANGUAGE STUDIES in NEUROSCIENCE: INTRODUCTION to METAPHORICAL LANGUAGE | Turkish | 2 | 2 | 6 | |
| SNBY1216524 | EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN and DATA ANALYSIS | Turkish | 3 | 3 | 9 | |
| SNBY1245560 | INTRODUCTION to COGNITIVE NEUROPSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY | Turkish | 2 | 2 | 6 | |
Program Qualification
Theoretical, Factual
Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system.
Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research.
Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes.
Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters.
| Program Output TYYÇ Basic Area Matrix | |
| Basic Area Qualification | Program Qualification |
| KNOWLEDGE | |
| Theoretical, Factual | |
| 1- Developing, deepening and reaching original definitions that will bring innovation to the field with original thought and/or research based on master's qualifications. | 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. 2 - Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research. 1 - Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system. 12 - Behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. 3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes. |
| 2- Understanding the interdisciplinary interaction to which the field is related; reaches original results by using new and complex ideas, information that requires expertise in analysis, synthesis and evaluation. | 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 7 - Able to explain main scientific questions regarding neuroscience. |
| 3- Having advanced knowledge about other technological tools including computers and devices specific to the field at the level required by the health field. | 6 - Knows main laboratory techniques. 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. 4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters. |
| 4- Knows the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for individuals and society. | 4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters. 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. |
| SKILLS | |
| Cognitive, Practical | |
| 1- Having knowledgeable about statistical methods used continuously in studies conducted in the field of health. | 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. 10 - Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages. 12 - Behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. 4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters. 3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes. |
| 2- Evaluating, using and conveying new information in its field with a systematic approach. | 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. |
| 3- Developing a new thought, method, design and/or application that brings innovation to its field or applying a known thought, method, design and/or application to a different field, investigates, understands, designs, adapts and implements an original subject. | 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. 10 - Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages. 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. |
| 4-Being able to write the report of the research he/she has done/participated in and publishes it in a nationally/internationally accepted refereed journal and presents it in scientific meetings. | 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. 4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. |
| 5- Conducting critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex thoughts. | 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters. 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. |
| 6-Having high level skills in using research methods in studies related to his/her field. | 12 - Behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. 3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes. 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 13 - Able to participate neuroscience research teams; individually undertake the responsibility of the work assigned and perform it independently. 2 - Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research. |
| COMPETENCIES | |
| Ability to work independently and take responsibility | |
| 1- Performing the necessary examination by using other technological tools and devices specific to the field at the level required by the field of health, including computers, and develops new creative solutions to problems. | 2 - Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research. 1 - Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system. 13 - Able to participate neuroscience research teams; individually undertake the responsibility of the work assigned and perform it independently. 3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes. 4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters. |
| 2- Contributing to the progress in the field by independently carrying out an original study that brings innovation to the field, developing a new thought, method, design and/or application or applying a known thought, method, design and/or application to a different field. | 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 2 - Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. |
| 3- Performing statistical analysis at a level that can evaluate a scientific article. | 13 - Able to participate neuroscience research teams; individually undertake the responsibility of the work assigned and perform it independently. |
| 4- Expanding the boundaries of knowledge in the field by publishing at least one scientific article about the field in national and/or international refereed journals. | 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. 10 - Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages. |
| 5- Leading in environments that are related to the field and require resolution of interdisciplinary problems. | 10 - Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages. 11 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility. 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. |
| Learning Competence | |
| 1- Developing new thoughts and methods related to the field by using high-level mental processes such as creative and critical thinking, problem solving and decision making. | 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. 4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters. 3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 2 - Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research. |
| 2- Following evidence-based practices and conducts researches that will create evidence in his/her field about professional practices. | 12 - Behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. 11 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility. |
| 3- Applying the principles of advanced professional development and lifelong learning related to the field of health in his/her studies. | 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. 4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters. 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. |
| Communication and Social Competence | |
| 1- Examining and developing social relations and the norms that guide these relationships from a critical perspective and manages actions to change them when necessary. | 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 9 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies. 10 - Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages. |
| 2- Defending their original views in the discussion of the subjects in their field with experts and establishes an effective communication showing their competence in his/her field. | - |
| 3- Establishing and discussing advanced written, verbal and visual communication by using a foreign language at least at European Language Portfolio C1 Level. | 10 - Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages. |
| Field-based Competence | |
| 1- Contributing to the process of becoming and maintaining the information society of the society in which it lives by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural advances in its field. | 11 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility. 12 - Behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. 3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes. 1 - Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system. 2 - Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research. |
| 2- Establishing functional interaction by using strategic decision-making processes in solving the problems encountered in the field. | 7 - Able to explain main scientific questions regarding neuroscience. 12 - Behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. 11 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility. 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. |
| 3- Contributing to the solution of scientific, cultural, artistic and ethical problems encountered in the field of humanities and supports the development of these values. | 3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes. 4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. 2 - Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research. 1 - Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system. |
| 6-Having experience in working with other health disciplines. | 2 - Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research. |
| 5- Choosing and implementing the right statistical methods in his/her studies in the field of health and interprets them correctly. Performing analysis and synthesis. | 1 - Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system. 7 - Able to explain main scientific questions regarding neuroscience. 5 - Able to comment on related scientific researches with respect to rational, method and results. 8 - Able to evaluate all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge. 3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes. 11 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility. 12 - Behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. |
| 6- Using current developments and information related to the field of health for the benefit of the society in line with the children, family, national values and country facts. | 12 - Behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit. 11 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility. 3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes. 1 - Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system. 2 - Knows the essential scientific questions of neuroscience and current fields of research. |
| 13 - Able to participate neuroscience research teams; individually undertake the responsibility of the work assigned and perform it independently. | |
Employment Opportunities
Students who complete this programme have a variety of career opportunities, such as academic careers, medical research, or leadership in the health sector.Upgrading
They can apply to doctoral programs.Type of Training
Full TimeAssessment and Evaluation
- Lecture notes and exams, - Thesis work, - Written reports, - Oral presentations and seminars - Consultant reviews - Research skillsHead of Department/Program
Learning Experiences
Learning situations aim to develop students' creative, critical, reflective thinking skills and higher level thinking skills such as logical and mathematical thinking skills. In addition, it aims to develop students' meta-cognitive skills. Learning situations include learning strategies, methods and techniques as well as the tools used and assessment and evaluation methods. The learning situations used in the programs are given in the list below:
Learning Experiences * | Learning Activities | Tools Used |
|---|---|---|
Discussion Method | Listening, speaking, asking questions, producing answers, developing and questioning opinions, examining and researching opinions, producing critical thinking, producing creative thinking, (workshop, panel, opposite panel, open forum, debate techniques are applied) collegium, forum, aquarium technique application, talking circle technique, application. | Standard classroom technologies, multimedia tools (text, images, graphics, graphics, drawings, audio, video and animations), computer, projection, online environments, conference room, workshop, panel, panel opposite, open forum collegial, forum environments. |
Demonstration Method | The instructor demonstrates the use of a tool or equipment, the instructor demonstrates a performance/practice/practice to the student, the students repeat the use of the tool or equipment, the student repeats a performance/practice/practice. | Real tools or model tools and equipment, multimedia tools, videos and animations), computer. |
Problem Solving Method | Identifying a scientific / theoretical and / or real life problem, analyzing the data related to the problem, developing alternative solutions, choosing the appropriate solution method, evaluating the solution to the problem, individual study | Textbooks, research reports, multimedia tools (text, images, graphics, graphics, drawings, audio, video and animations), computer |
Self Study Method | Student interest, curiosity and motivation, learning objective, detailed research and investigation according to the topic; in- depth research and investigation, extensive reading, listening and watching, repeating a performance. | Library, e-library, laboratory, workshop |
Question - Answer Technique | Asking Socratic questions, criticizing answers, generating questions, generating answers, criticizing, analyzing and evaluating creative answers, asking structured questions and generating answers, asking closed-ended questions and generating answers | Textbooks, recommended books, worksheets, question bank, multimedia tools (text, images, graphics, drawings, audio, video, cartoons and animations) |
Project Based Learning Model | Creating a real-life problem situation scenario, identifying a real-life problem situation, collecting data related to the problem, analyzing data, data processing, data conversion, developing alternative solutions, choosing the appropriate solution method, applying the solution method / creating a model / design / concrete product / producing a concrete service, evaluating the model / design / concrete product / service, exhibiting project products | Problem scenario texts / Sample projects, databases, books, research reports, laboratory, workshop, application areas, library, computer software, standard classroom technologies, tools and equipment according to the project subject |
Cooperative Learning | Cooperation, communication, leadership, sharing tasks, sharing responsibility, learning together, social interaction. Heterogeneous groups are formed among the students. The task is given to the groups. Groups of students do tasks such as project, performance, problem solving, role playing, classical homework together. | In-class and out-of-class, in-school and out-of- school environments. |
Experiential Learning | Faculty-external stakeholder (industrial organizations, schools and others) cooperation is established. Students directly observe professional skills in the real environment. Observation results are analyzed in the classroom environment. | Internship places according to the program, professional practice places, Student product file sample, observation forms and other alterative measurement tools |
Flipped Classroom Learning | Problem solving, discussion, case study presentation, case analysis, critical thinking, creative thinking, video recordings appropriate to the learning objective are created or selected. Students make preliminary preparation by watching video recordings. The problem is solved in the classroom. The problem is discussed. | Video recordings, online environments, classroom |
Lecture Method | Listening, speaking, (lecture, conference, seminar, speech, statement and briefing techniques are applied) | Standard classroom technologies, multimedia tools (text, images, graphics, graphics, drawings, audio, video and animations), computer, projection, online environments, conference room |
Traditional Written Exam | Classical written exams to assess creative, critical and reflective thinking. Multiple- choice, short-answer (fill-in-the-blank, matching, true-false and other) exams to assess cognitive skills such as knowledge, comprehension, application and analysis. | Written exam papers, multiple choice tests, short answer tests, mixed tests, answer keys |
Homework | It is used to improve students' knowledge and skills, to encourage them to research and study, to complete their learning deficiencies, and to deepen their understanding of a subject. | Library, e-library, books, articles |
Project Task | Identifies, field of application, collecting, and analyzing data, literature review, preparing and presenting report | Internet databases, library databases, e-mail, textbooks, or supplementary books |
Performance Task | It is used when it is aimed to evaluate students holistically (cognitive, affective and psychomotor). It is used to measure and evaluate the learning process and learning products. Performance assignments involve a workload of at least two weeks. | Problem scenario texts, checklists, rubrics, grading scales |
Course - Program Competencies Relations
| Course | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INTRODUCTION to COGNITIVE NEUROPSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| INTRODUCTION to FUNCTIONAL NEUROIMAGING | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| SEMINAR | 1 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| İlişkili Ders Sayısı / 3/12 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 6 |
Surveys for Students
| Öğretim elemanı değerlendirme anketi | Kesinlikle katılmıyorum | Katılmıyorum | Kısmen katılıyorum | Katılıyorum | Kesinlikle katılıyorum | Fikrim yok |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dönem başında dersin amacını, kapsamını ve öğrencidenbeklenenleri anlaşılır bir şekilde açıklar. | ||||||
| Dersin kaynaklarını dersin amaçlarına uygun olarak seçer veduyurur. | ||||||
| Ders için önerdiği kaynaklara ulaşmada öğrencilere yolgösterir/yardımcı olur. | ||||||
| Anlatımı (Dersi sunumu) akıcı, açık ve anlaşılırdır. | ||||||
| Öğretim teknolojilerini (etkili bir şekilde) kullanabilir. | ||||||
| Sınıfta çok yönlü iletişim ve etkileşim sağlayacakuygulamalara yer verir. | ||||||
| Geleneksel öğretim strateji yöntem ve teknikleri konusundagelişmiş bir bilgi birikimine sahiptir. | ||||||
| Derste işlediği öğretim yöntemlerini kendi uygulamalarındakullanır. | ||||||
| Ders saatleri dışında ders ile ilgili öğrenciye yeterince zamanayırır. | ||||||
| Derse düzenli olarak gelir ve zamanı etkin kullanır. | ||||||
| Ders sırasında sınıfa hakimiyeti kurmada oldukça başarılıdır. | ||||||
| Güncel konular hakkında öğrencileri bilgilendirir. | ||||||
| Öğrenci görüşlerine açık tutum ve davranışları ile örnek teşkileder. | ||||||
| Başarı ölçme yöntemleri ve araçları (klasik/test/sözlü sınav/proje/ödev vb.) dersin hedef ve içeriği ile uyumludur. | ||||||
| Sınav kağıdımla ilgili soru sormak istediğimde bana yardımcı olur. | ||||||
| Laboratuvar/saha/uygulama çalışmaları dersin amacı ileuyuşmaktadır. | ||||||
| Dersin öğrenme ve öğretme sürecinin yaratıcı düşünme süreç vebecerilerini geliştirir. | ||||||
| Ders güncel konu ve konuklarla desteklenir. | ||||||
| Yukarıdaki sorular dışında iletmek istedikleriniz |