Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
- STV680 Turkish Compulsory 0 + 0 0.0 30.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s) Prof. Dr. Fatma GÜRSES (Güz), Prof. Dr. Kazım Özkan ERTÜRK (Güz)
Goals The aim of this course is to prepare doctoral students for the qualifying examination, equip them with in-depth knowledge of the literature in their field, and guide them in developing an original dissertation proposal. Students will analyze key theories and current debates, engage with methodological approaches, and present their proposals in accordance with academic standards.
Course Content The course focuses on theoretical and methodological preparation for the doctoral qualifying examination. Students will work on literature reviews, formulation of research questions, selection of methodologies, dissertation writing techniques, ethical principles, and academic publishing processes. Each student is expected to prepare and present their dissertation proposal at the end of the semester.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Acquire comprehensive knowledge of the literature and theoretical frameworks relevant to the doctoral qualifying exam.
2 Formulate original research questions and problem statements.
3 Apply ethical principles and demonstrate proficiency in academic writing conventions.
4 Prepare and present a dissertation proposal in accordance with academic standards.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Studies on the thesis topic
2. Week Studies on the thesis topic
3. Week Studies on the thesis topic
4. Week Studies on the thesis topic
5. Week Studies on the thesis topic
6. Week Studies on the thesis topic
7. Week Studies on the thesis topic
8. Week Midtern Exam
9. Week Studies on the thesis topic
10. Week Studies on the thesis topic
11. Week Studies on the thesis topic
12. Week Studies on the thesis topic
13. Week Studies on the thesis topic
14. Week Studies on the thesis topic
15. Week FINAL
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
Recommended Sources
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ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 10 20 200
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 10 24 240
Interview 2 25 50
Practice 9 10 90
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 14 6 84
Midterm 2 1 4 4
Homework 1 1 13 13
Final 14 6 84
Total Workload 765
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 30.0