Medipol University

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

Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree)

Registration and Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and/or Master's Degree Diploma, Academic Personnel and Graduate Education Exam (ALES) Result, Certificate of English Proficiency

Graduation Requirements

Students who have succesfully complete all of the courses and take minumum 240 ECTS with a seminar, qualifying exam, dissertation proposal, PhD dissertation have a right to receive a diploma.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Phd students willing to transfer to our university from other instutitions may get recognition to their lessons if contents are equivalent.

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.

COURSE LISTS
Fall Semester Courses Plan
CodeCourseLanguage of InstructionT+UUKECTSDownload
SNBD1121930MOLECULAR CELL BIOLOGY and BIOCHEMISTRYTurkish4410
SNBD1121960PHYSIOPATHOLOGYTurkish226
SNBD1121940FUNCTIONAL MORPHOLOGYTurkish338
SNBD1116084ADVANCED NEUROANATOMYTurkish338
SNBD1116085EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN and ANALYSIS with PROGRAMMINGTurkish2+239
SNBD1116086ADVANCED CELLULAR NEUROSCIENCETurkish449
SNBD1122150LABORATORY ROTATION ITurkish-6
SNBD1121950GENETICS and BIOTECHNOLOGYTurkish448
SNBD1121970SCIENTIFIC PROJECT and ANALYSIS TECHNIQUESTurkish224
SNBD1122160LABORATORY ROTATION IITurkish-6
Spring Semester Courses Plan
CodeCourseLanguage of InstructionT+UUKECTSDownload
SNBD1242370SEMINARTurkish-6
SNBD1214021FURTHER TOPICS in SCIENTIFIC RES. PRO. PREPARATIONTurkish226
SNBD1216085EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN and ANALYSIS with PROGRAMMINGTurkish2+239
SNBD1216086ADVANCED CELLULAR NEUROSCIENCETurkish449
SNBD1245540ANATOMICAL STRUCTURAL NEUROIMAGING Turkish226
SNBD1211781SELECTED TOPICS in COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCETurkish226
SNBD1216087ADVANCED COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCETurkish449
SNBD1216088FUNCTIONAL NEUROIMAGINGTurkish2+33.59
SNBD1216089ADVANCED COGNITIVE ELECTROPHYSIOLOGYTurkish2+33.59
SNBD1216091TOOLKIT: THE RESEARCHER'S TOOLBOXTurkish336

Program Qualification

Theoretical, Factual

Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system.
Knows the essential scientific questions and current research topics in neuroscience and produces hypotheses about them.
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 QualificationProgram 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 qualifications.

1 - Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system.

2 - Knows the essential scientific questions and current research topics in neuroscience and produces hypotheses about them.

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 - Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

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.

2 - Knows the essential scientific questions and current research topics in neuroscience and produces hypotheses about them.

5 - Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles.

9 - While focusing on the basic research behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

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 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

4- Knows the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for individuals and society.

8 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility.

5- Having knowledgeable about statistical methods used continuously in studies conducted in the field of health.

3 - Have knowledge and interpretation skills about neurodegenerative processes.

4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters.

9 - While focusing on the basic research behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

SKILLS
Cognitive, Practical

1- Evaluating, using and conveying new information in its field with a systematic approach.

1 - Has the essential knowledge about the structure and functioning of the nervous system.

2 - Knows the essential scientific questions and current research topics in neuroscience and produces hypotheses about them.

4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters.

5 - Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles.

6 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies.

9 - While focusing on the basic research behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

2- 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.

5 - Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles.

6 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies.

9 - While focusing on the basic research behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

3-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.

5 - Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles.

7 - Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages.

4- Conducting critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex thoughts.

2 - Knows the essential scientific questions and current research topics in neuroscience and produces hypotheses about them.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

5-Having high level skills in using research methods in studies related to his/her field.

2 - Knows the essential scientific questions and current research topics in neuroscience and produces hypotheses about them.

5 - Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

6- 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.

4 - Know the principles of technologies for the measurement of molecular and cellular level parameters.

6 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies.

COMPETENCIES
Ability to work independently and take responsibility

1- 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.

5 - Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles.

6 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies.

9 - While focusing on the basic research behaves in accordance with the principle that neuroscience research should eventually aim clinical implications and benefit.

10 - Designs and conducts scientific research, independently and within a team. Manages a research lab and establishes new ones.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

2- Performing statistical analysis at a level that can evaluate a scientific article.

6 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies.

7 - Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages.

3- 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.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

5 - Defines the methods used in neuroscience researches. In own research area uses the required techniques without assistance, develops new methods and techniques. Designs research projects and submits them as proposals. Presents the research findings in oral or written forms and in scientific articles.

4- Leading in environments that are related to the field and require resolution of interdisciplinary problems.

10 - Designs and conducts scientific research, independently and within a team. Manages a research lab and establishes new ones.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

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.

10 - Designs and conducts scientific research, independently and within a team. Manages a research lab and establishes new ones.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

2- Following evidence-based practices and conducts researches that will create evidence in his/her field about professional practices.

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3- Applying the principles of advanced professional development and lifelong learning related to the field of health in his/her studies.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

8 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility.

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 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility.

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.

8 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility.

11 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

10 - Designs and conducts scientific research, independently and within a team. Manages a research lab and establishes new ones.

3- Establishing and discussing advanced written, verbal and visual communication by using a foreign language at least at European Language Portfolio C1 Level.

7 - 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 - Evaluates all new information regarding the field and associate them based on available knowledge.

8 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility.

2- Establishing functional interaction by using strategic decision-making processes in solving the problems encountered in the field.

11 - Evaluates 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.

6 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies.

8 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility.

6-Having experience in working with other health disciplines.

7 - Able to present theoretical or research data orally or written in Turkish as well in English languages.

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.

6 - Uses the communication and computer technology effectively in theoretical and practical studies.

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.

8 - Adheres to ethical values and behaves according to dynamics of social responsibility.

Employment Opportunities

After completing a PhD in Neuroscience, the field of specialization can vary depending on experiences and interests. Academic careers can lead to employment in industrial sectors, especially as a researcher in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and neurotechnology, as a consultant in hospitals and healthcare organizations, and as an expert in artificial intelligence or neuro-computer interfaces in neuroscience and technology companies.

Upgrading

May apply to post-doctoral programmes.

Type of Training

Full Time

Assessment and Evaluation

- Lecture notes and exams, - Thesis work, - Written reports, - Oral presentations and seminars - Consultant reviews - Research skills

Head 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

Case Study Method

Presentation of case studies, exploring case studies, sampling typical cases, sampling outlier cases, alternative cases, comparing case studies, case study analysis, case study interpretation, case study evaluation.

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia tools (text, images, graphics, drawings, audio, video and animation, cartoons), computer, projection, online environments.

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)

Experimental Technique

Setting up a scientific experiment, conducting a scientific experiment, collecting, processing and transforming data from a scientific experiment, predicting the results of a scientific experiment, explaining a scientific experiment, evaluating the results of a scientific experiment, simulation of an experiment.

Laboratory, workshop, application areas, computer software, standard classroom technologies.

Micro Teaching Technique

Performance of presentation, development of reflective thinking skills, student self-evaluation. The lecturer distributes topics (seminar topics can also be) to the students. Students examine the topics; research. Student presentations are prepared. Students make their presentations. Students' video recordings are watched.

Camera, video recording devices, checklist, rubric, rating scale, observation form.

Brainstorming Technique

Developing opinions, developing questions, expressing observation situations, developing critical thinking, problem solving, group/team work, listening and speaking.

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia tools (text, images, graphics, graphics, drawings, audio, video and animations), computers, projectors, online environments.

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

Simulation Technique

Realization of simulations for risky, dangerous, expensive, time-consuming applications/practices.

Simulation environment, Computer

Problem Baded Learning Model

Creating a reflective scenario of a real-life problem situation, identifying a real-life problem situation, collecting data about the problem, analyzing data, data processing, data transformation, developing alternative solutions

Problem scenario texts, databases, books, research reports, laboratory, workshop, application areas, library, computer software, standard classroom technologies, tools and equipment according to the project subject

Inquiry-Based Learning

Exploring, finding case studies, establishing cause and effect relationship, questioning, examining, researching (learning circle=3E,5E,7E models

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia tools (text, images, graphics, graphics, drawings, audio, video and animations), computer, projection, online environments, conference room

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

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

Oral Exam

It aims to assess student-specific, creative, critical, reflective thinking skills and cognitive skills such as knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis and synthesis. It is not a general measurement and evaluation method. It is not applied in every program; it is program specific.

Oral question bank/ oral question pool, answer keys, checklists, rubrics, rating scales

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

Course - Program Competencies Relations

Course1234567891011
FUNCTIONAL MORPHOLOGY41102203121
FURTHER TOPICS in SCIENTIFIC RES. PRO. PREPARATION00000223123
GENETICS and BIOTECHNOLOGY12230000032
LABORATORY ROTATION I13143321133
LABORATORY ROTATION II11033000332
MOLECULAR CELL BIOLOGY and BIOCHEMISTRY21141211323
PHYSIOPATHOLOGY41000000302
QUALIFYING EXAM PREPARATION23001123333
SCIENTIFIC PROJECT and ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES02000002012
SELECTED TOPICS in COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE12312100001
SEMINAR33323233103
İlişkili Ders Sayısı / 11/191919111715131016161925

Surveys for Students

Öğretim elemanı değerlendirme anketiKesinlikle katılmıyorumKatılmıyorumKısmen katılıyorumKatılıyorumKesinlikle katılıyorumFikrim 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

Numerical Data

Number of Students by years

Student Success

Graduate Success

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