Courses

This course aims to introduce students to psychological knowledge and techniques in areas such as crime investigation, assessment of both offender and victim, dynamics of victimization, psychology of offenders, reliability of witness statements, treatment and rehabilitation of convicted persons.

Elective

This course describes the nature of psychology, contemporary psychology and its sub-branches, and briefly its historical origins and research methods. The course explains the neurological foundations of psychological processes. Sensation, perception, attention, awareness levels, learning, memory, thinking and problem solving issues, current perspectives and theories are introduced.

Compulsory

Motivation and emotion, thinking and problem solving, individual differences, intelligence, personality and social psychology, stress, health and coping, psychopathology, psychotherapy techniques, assessment and evaluation issues, current perspectives and theories are introduced.

Compulsory

This course introduces the basic concepts and strategies of psychological research. Research methods include natural observation, survey, test, inventories and self-report scales. Behavioral assessment, assessment and assessment scales, validity and reliability of measurements are introduced. Variable types, data collection, organizing, data summarization and image display (eg graphical representation) are described. Describes the basic approaches and techniques of descriptive statistics such as frequency, frequency distribution, measure of central tendency (mean, median, mode) and propagation (standard deviation, variance), probability distribution.

Compulsory

The course introduces basic concepts of biology, cell structure and its division, heredity, genetics and the evolutionary mechanism. Animal anatomy introduces the neuron and communication between neurons. The autonomic nervous system, spinal cord, subcortical and cortical structures are treated but the motor system is explained in further detail. The other topics include the development of the nervous system and its disorders.

Compulsory

This course focuses on the application of critical thinking techniques to various problems in psychology. Throughout the course, it is important to recognize and critically identify false science. Students are encouraged to evaluate scientific psychological arguments in the media. In order to enable students to critically evaluate published research, topics such as falsification, proceduralism, multiple causality and complementary evidence are discussed.

Elective

This course aims to introduce students to the historical roots of psychology. The course examines the pre-scientific history of psychology, the philosophical developments after the foundation of the science of psychology and their effects. Subsequent schools of psychology and their effects on modern psychology are discussed.

Elective

This course introduces different experimental research patterns, inter-group and intra-group patterns and N = 1 patterns. Semi-experimental design, cross-sectional design and longitudinal design, qualitative research methods are explained and critically analyzed. In this course, basic issues such as sampling in sampling statistics, sampling distribution, and testing for balance are discussed. Inferential statistical techniques such as T-test, z-test, variance analysis, covariance analysis are explained. Chi square and different types of linear regression and correlation are discussed.

Compulsory

This course deals with the process in which psychology gains experimental character and introduces the basic approaches, principles and techniques of experimental methodology according to psychological events. Independent and dependent variables, control variables are discussed in detail. Emphasis is placed on the possible sources of errors in psychological experiments and the various techniques used to control them. In order to critically evaluate the method, selected articles are evaluated using a standard sample. This course also describes the basics of writing reports according to the guiding principles and rules of the American Psychological Association.

Compulsory

This course provides an overview of the concepts and research methods of developmental psychology and deals with various approaches to human development in an integrated way. The course reviews the theories and research developed on psychological problems associated with different periods of life. Explain life changes including physical, perceptual, psychomotor, cognitive, linguistic, personal, emotional, social and moral development.

Compulsory

The course provides an overview of the theories of social psychology, its principles, methods and research topics. The various ways in which people think and establish relationships with each other are examined. The course deals with social perception, social judgment, attitudes, attitude formation and values. Social and group influence such as interpersonal attraction, dislike, hurting, helping, competing with others, and collaborating; persuasion and adaptation; intergroup conflict and aggression. Emphasis is placed on the development of skills that enable critical evaluation of social behavior and its impact on daily life.

Compulsory

This course provides an overview of the workings of human cognition and mental processes. Explain the different theoretical approaches to the study of people's cognitive processes, including the information processing model. The course focuses on perception, attention, consciousness, learning, memory, language, thinking, problem solving and executive functions. Practical applications in daily life, education and work environment are discussed.

Compulsory

This course is designed to understand the basic principles of learning and conditioning. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the field of learning by providing students with a variety of perspectives and focuses on current research findings as well as important concepts, principles, and main theories of learning. Part of the class work is the application of basic learning principles and theories on life experience.

Compulsory

The scope of this course includes current approaches and problems of sub-branches of psychology. The topic highlighted in the course is selected from a large number of subjects. Current developments and approaches, theoretical backgrounds and the latest studies are discussed and evaluated.

Elective

This course first introduces descriptive statistics (arithmetic mean, variance, standard deviation) using the current version of commonly used computerized statistical software; inferential statistics (eg t-test, z-test, analysis of variance), post hoc comparisons of means; simple relational analyzes (linear correlation and regression). The second step introduces multiple correlation and regression analysis, logistic regression, factor analysis and application of nonparametric statistics. The students conduct a study and collect data; then they analyze the data they have collected using the software they have been trained in. They prepare a final report in accordance with the guidelines and rules of the American Psychological Association.

Compulsory

This course examines current issues in psycholinguistics, an interdisciplinary field. Topics include linguistic knowledge, biological foundations of language, language acquisition, understanding and speaking, and the relationship between language and thought. Emphasis is placed on theoretical discussions such as Chomsky's universal grammar and alternative theories.

Elective

This course evaluates human behavior and cognition from an adaptive perspective. Topics Darwin's theory of evolution through natural selection, the more recent theory of inclusive coherence, the strategies of men and women to find partners, parenting and kinship, intergroup cooperation and conflict, status and social dominance, the concept of modular mind, evolution and uniqueness of the human brain, evolution of language and other cognitive capacities; and evolutionary thinking as a unifying theme in psychology.

Elective

This course is an introduction to the genetic basis of behavioral and cognitive events. Topics covered include Mendel's law of inheritance and exceptions to the law; The structure of DNA; modern gene detection techniques; the concept of heredity; genetic basis of cognitive skills, barriers and personality; genotype and environment interaction; and the more extensive nature-breeding problem. In addition, the role of adoption in behavioral genetics and twin studies are discussed.

Elective

This course provides an introduction to the study of consciousness with philosophical, psychological, neurobiological and phenomenological perspectives. The topics covered are why consciousness is a “difficult problem için for philosophers and its relationship with attention and perception. The levels of consciousness in psychoanalytic theory are particularly emphasized and evaluated. Other issues are self-will and free will; evolution of consciousness; animal consciousness; the possibility of consciousness in machines; neural relations of consciousness; unconscious information processing; sixth sense and other abnormal events; dreams, hallucinations, meditation and other changing situations; phenomenology and neuro-phenomenology.

Elective

This course is intended for those who are unfamiliar with qualitative research. It provides an overview of the theoretical background of qualitative analysis, basic data collection methods (eg observation, interview, reflective note writing) and techniques. In order to improve students' application skills, the students conduct field studies while they are acquiring information through class lectures and discussions.

Elective

This course covers topics such as cognitive development and the biological basis of cognitive development. The topics to be discussed in more detail are selected according to the interests of the students.

Elective

This course focuses on current issues in social psychology. The topics to be discussed in more detail are selected according to the interests of the students.

Elective

This course focuses on current issues in developmental psychology. Particular attention is paid to today's important social issues.

Elective

In addition to discussion, this course helps students to deepen their knowledge of social psychology (eg, attitude change, attractiveness, help behavior) by analyzing various research findings in depth.

Elective

This course focuses on practical experiences in social psychology. Students are expected to find a research topic, form a research design, conduct the research and analyze the data in collaboration with the faculty member. The course is evaluated based on a written research report.

Elective

The course introduces the multidisciplinary nature of the field and deals with many disciplines in the field of cognitive neuroscience ranging from technical (engineering) to philosophy. Attention is drawn to the contribution of all these areas in understanding psychological events (cognitive, emotional and behavioral). The benefits of the multi-technological approach are explained and demonstrated through research findings.

Elective

This course consists of a detailed study of human memory. Learning, memory consolidation, storage and retrieval phases and multi-stage memory process. The basics of these processes related to neurophysiology are among the possible topics of the course. Witness memory, autobiographical memory, photographic memory and weakening of memory in aging are included in the scope of class studies.

Elective

This course focuses on conceptual and experimental methods in motivation and emotion studies. Topics covered include instincts, impulses, purposeful behavior, social and ego complementary motives; the nature of emotions and reasoned behavior; physiological variables in motivation and emotion; motivational conflict and its solution.

Elective

This course focuses on the biology of behavior. Introduces the neuroanatomical, physiological and psychopharmacological foundations of mental processes and behavior. Research methods based on experimental findings and principles on the biological basis of psychological processes such as sensation, perception, learning and memory, consciousness, emotions, reproductive behavior and selected neuropsychiatric disorders are introduced.

Compulsory

The course reviews historical approaches to mental and behavioral disorders in adults. Explain the diagnostic groups in the current diagnostic evaluation criteria guide (DSM-5). Current empirical findings, conceptual models and / or theories effective in selected psychopathological disorders; behavioral, cognitive, sociocultural and genetic aspects of psychopathology. The course also deals with assessment, etiology, prognosis and symptom management.

Compulsory

This course deals with the development and shaping of personality. The theories of personality are introduced and critically analyzed. Individual differences are studied and personality assessment methods, including objective tests, inventories and projective tests, are examined.

Compulsory

This course examines current findings and effective theories in sensory and perception models. Processes are processed at psychological and neurophysiological level. Visual and audio modalities are emphasized.

Elective

This course examines the predisposing factors that may occur in development from infancy to adolescence. Pediatric and adolescent diagnostic groups in the latest classification system are introduced. Current empirical findings and conceptual models and / or effective theories in selected psychopathological disorders are discussed. Assessment approaches and treatment methods are discussed.

Elective

This course provides an introduction to community psychology. The topics covered are ecological framework, diversity paradigms, social change, empowerment, health inequalities and healthy cities movement.

Elective

This course focuses on behavioral events, especially in work environments and business organizations. The aim of this field is to increase organizational success and staff well-being simultaneously. Emphasis is placed on issues such as personnel selection, training and promotion.

Compulsory

This course aims to fully understand how psychological principles are applied to consumer behavior. Topics covered include; understand the underlying motivations of consumer buying behavior, determine how individuals respond to alternative choices, as well as how consumers perceive and react to product diversity, apply techniques and methods to measure consumer satisfaction, and the linking of learning processes to the brand, The relationship between perceptual processes such as visual perception and memory with purchasing behavior and personality dimensions, self-concept, situational and group effects are related to purchasing behavior.

Elective

This course describes the basic principles and procedures of psychological measurement and assessment. Topics include historical and legal / ethical considerations and approaches; measurement and development techniques; reliability, validity, usefulness and normalization. Students gain knowledge about development, intelligence and personality tests. In particular, clinical, counseling and educational tests are used.

Compulsory

This course includes an in-depth study of the nervous system in relation to the brain, behavior and mind. The course covers philosophical formulations related to historical background and neuropsychology. Methods and techniques of neuropsychology are introduced with emphasis on neuropsychological tests. The effects of disease, disorder and brain lesions on mental and behavioral processes are discussed in the context of clinical neuropsychology.

Compulsory

The aim of this course is to examine theories and research in the field of gender studies. The development of gender roles and sexual identities, the relationship between gender and mental / physical health, family issues, violence, work, sexuality, emotions and interpersonal relationships are among the topics of this course.

Elective

Giving and receiving care is an integral part of human relationships. Social, traditional, relational and also interpersonal dimensions need to be emphasized. In this course, the theoretical and research principles of both formal (patient care, professional child care, etc.) and informal (elderly care, parenting, etc.) care and receiving care are examined in the context in which they occur with a systems approach.

Elective

This course focuses on physical, cognitive-emotional, neurophysiology and neurophysiological changes in adulthood and aging. The students scan the literature and investigate current research findings and effective theories. The concept of healthy aging and therapeutic intervention programs that can reverse or slow down the negative effects that may occur during aging are critically evaluated.

Elective

This course provides practical experience on research in developmental psychology. Students are expected to find a research topic and create a research design in collaboration with faculty members, conduct the research and analyze the data. The course is evaluated on the basis of a written research report.

This course examines the universal ethical laws, rules and guidelines for research in psychology and their application in clinical centers, educational and training institutions, workplaces and the industry. Ethical rules and guiding principles to be taken into consideration in the publication processes are explained. In this course, students are equipped with the necessary skills for research, field applications and publications.

Compulsory

This course introduces newly developed perspectives such as neuroscientific perspective in modern psychology. The effect of point of view, its implications in psychological research and its effects in applied fields of psychology are discussed.

Elective

This course introduces experimental and experimental conditioning principles and their role in explaining the behavior of people and non-humans. It includes an in-depth explanation of the philosophy, concepts and principles of behavior analysis. Course reinforcement, stimulus control, extinction, etc. and how these principles are commonly used to deal with socially important behavioral problems.

Elective

The aim of this course is to provide research experience in a specific field of experimental psychology (cognition, physiology, perception, learning, etc.). Students are trained to choose the right research design for different research problems. The course introduces new ideas in research methodology in light of recent developments in philosophy of science. Students are taught the American Psychological Association's guiding principles, rules, and one of the currently used statistical software. Students write an acceptable research proposal for a possible graduation project.

Elective

This course focuses on the main principles underlying family and group systems. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding individuals' behavior within the context of group dynamics.

Elective

This course examines the historical background of behavioral and cognitive approaches to human behavior. Behavioral and cognitive approaches are compared and compared with other psychological approaches.

Elective

This course provides practical experience in writing research proposals in clinical psychology. Students are expected to find a research topic on topics such as health and illness, coping, physician / counselor and patient communication, commitment, social support and self-regulation. They collaborate with the instructor to form a research design, describe research procedures, and decide which tests or measurement tools to use.

Elective

The course deals with basic help skills; they consist of sensitivity, empathy, interest, asking questions, confrontation and problem solving. Students learn to review and evaluate topics such as clinical evaluation, goal setting, case planning and case management. Continuation of skills development in the fields of practice and observation, listening, interviewing, recording and reporting is ensured within the group.

Elective

This course introduces students to a variety of learning problems under the diagnostic term called specific learning disability. Students will learn neuropsychological and possible genetic basis of the disorder; learn the tests and inventories used in scoring and evaluating the disorder and psychoeducation rehabilitation methods. The role of learning in phobia, anxiety, behavioral disorder and oppositional disorder is discussed.

Elective

This course demonstrates multiple correlation and regression analysis, logistic regression, factor analysis and nonparametric analysis techniques using the current version of commonly used computerized statistical software (eg SPSS).

Elective

The aim of this course is to help the students to understand the problems related to mental evaluation and intelligence coefficient and the inner side of the problems. The course focuses on different assessment methods. Students are taught projective and objective test examples and current intelligence test.

Elective

This course examines the basic concepts and techniques of personality applications. Students are taught behavioral, objective and projective techniques of personality applications.

Elective

This course focuses on concepts related to mental and behavioral disorders (such as abnormalities), perspectives (behavioral, cognitive, psychodynamic, interpersonal, sociocultural, genetic and biological), problems (such as etiology, temperament, development, risk factors) and psychotherapies (cognitive, group). psychoanalysis). In this course, the roles and responsibilities of psychologists in the clinical team are discussed.

Compulsory

This course is designed as an introduction to newly developing relationship science. The main theories prevailing in the field are studied together with current, relevant experimental studies. Discussion of methodological and analytical issues related to the study of close relations is carried out with discussions on the applicability of these theories and experimental findings to Turkish society.

Elective

This course describes the biological and physiological foundations of stress. Selye's General Adaptation Syndrome is very important. Cognitive and behavioral approaches to stress management are explained. The second half of the course is devoted to the development of skills to reduce stress.

Elective

This course aims to provide a laboratory or field experience in designing, executing and writing a research report in a selected field of psychology. It aims to develop students' skills as independent researchers. In this course, students choose a research problem; research the literature, conduct a study, collect data and analyze the data. They prepare a study report in accordance with the guidelines and rules of the American Psychological Association.

Elective

Students are expected to prepare a research project on a topic of interest under the supervision of the instructor; comprehensive review of the literature; decide on research design, research procedures and measurement tools; conducting the research; collect data and analyze the data. A written report is prepared according to the guidelines and rules of the American Psychological Association. The graduation project, which is open to students, is presented to a committee of three faculty members.

Elective