Yeditepe University International Office Student Handbook

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Yeditepe University International Office Student Handbook
“
A university education encourages the commitment
to tradition and also provides the opportunity to put
the vibrant ideas of youth into practice. “
Mr. Bedrettin Dalan, Founder of Yeditepe University
“ We take special pride in
offering a high standard of
education in a truly
internationally integrated
learning environment at
Yeditepe University “
Prof.Dr. Ahmet Serpil, Rector
Contents
1.
2.
3.
Introduction
1. Dear Student
2. Ataturk’s Renaissance
3. Foundation University
4. Administration
5. International Office
Education
1. Faculties and Departments
2. Language of Instruction
3. Academic Curriculum
4. Grading System
5. Academic Calendar
General Admissions
1. Language requirement
2. Education Standards
4.
5.
International Office
Yeditepe University
Campus Facilities
1. Academic facilities
2. Conference Halls
3. Student Social Center
4. Sports and Fitness
5. Library
6. Bookstore
7. Bank
8. Eating places
Accommodations
Contents
6.
7.
8.
9.
Transportation
1. Public transportation
2. School bus services
Exchange Programs
1. Introduction
2. ECTS
Study Abroad
1. Visas
2. Resident permit
2.
3.
International Admissions
1. Undergraduate program
1. Entrance Exams
2. Applications
3. YÖS - applicants
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
Graduate Program
1. Requirements
2. Documents
Transfer Students
Registration
Fees
Health Services
Quick Translation Guide
Foreign Missions in Istanbul
Useful Links
Campus map
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Dear Student
1 : 1 Introduction
Dear Student,
Welcome to Yeditepe University!
We are pleased to be your host while living and
learning in the Republic of Turkey.
We hope you will find the information in this handbook
helpful while preparing to study at our university as well
as during your stay.
Turkey is world famous for her warm hospitality and our
International Office is always open to welcome you and
help find solutions to your questions.
The International Office
Mustafa Kemal Ataturk
Founder of the Republic of Turkey
(1881-1938)
Atatürk's Renaissance
1 : 2 Introduction
Dedicated to Atatürk's Renaissance
Yeditepe University
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The university is situated on the Asian side of the
Bosphorus in Istanbul, the largest city in Europe and the
former capital of three empires – Byzantine, Eastern
Roman, and Ottoman. Istanbul is an historical center of
Islam, Judaism, and Christianity, and our aim is to
educate students as enlightened individuals, culturally
well-rounded with technical skills, fully capable of
dealing with the demands of the modern world and
challenged by the ideals of secularism, progress, and
creativity as inspired by Ataturk’s principles.
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Main Campus Istanbul
1 : 2.1 Introduction
The University’s main campus has 236,000 m² of landscaped green
area within its borders and overlooks the islands in the Marmara
Sea, creating an educational oasis within the city and yet remaining
ideally removed from the daily clamour.
The Faculty of Dentistry and Yeditepe University Hospital are
located also on the Anatolian (Asian) side of Istanbul in close
proximity to the Main campus, while the Ophthalmic Care Center is
on the European side.
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Rector’s Building
Rektörlük
Yeditepe University
Foundation University
1 : 3 Introduction
We are a foundation university established in 1996 by the
Istanbul Education and Culture Foundation (ISTEK) and rank
among the most prestigious universities in Turkey.
Our administration is formed by a Board of Trustees, Senate,
and the University Board of Directors.
Mr. Bedrettin Dalan, formerly Mayor of Istanbul and deputy
in the Turkish National Assembly, is the founder of our
university and first Chairman of the ISTEK Foundation and
President of our Board of Trustees.
Prof . Dr. Ahmet Serpil has been our Rector since the
establishment of the university.
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1 : 5.1 Introduction
Student Services
The International Office is instrumental in assisting all the new
international students in becoming familiar with the school and active
participants in the life of the university. Whenever there is a question that
needs answering, or a guide in the right direction, the program coordinators
and student assistants provide advice, friendship, and help in finding
solutions.
New international students should make their first stop the I nternational
Office, located in the Law Faculty building on the main campus, in order to
confirm immigration status, student registration status, and receive
information on housing, restaurants, campus maps or advice on getting
around the city, as well as any and all general information.
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1 : 5. 2 Introduction
Orientation
The International Office organizes an orientation program for the
beginning of each academic semester in order to present a general
overview of the university to new students. Here is when you learn
about all the services available on campus and you can pick up some
information about how to get around Istanbul which is very helpful for
those first few days. You will receive general info on purchasing books
and other items, student clubs and details about the campus facilities.
This is also a perfect time to meet the other exchange students and get
acquainted with our full-degree program international students.
Cultural activities and group excursions are discussed and later
organized by the International Office.
The Yeditepe Global Culture Club members and current leaders are
introduced to new students and assist in the orientation process.
Yeditepe University
City Location Map
Address:
Yeditepe Üniversitesi
26 AĞUSTOS CAMPUS
Kayışdağı Caddesi
34755 Kayışdağı
İstanbul - Turkey
Yeditepe University
Contact
1 : 5. 3 Introduction
Yeditepe University International Office
Law Building – 5th floor
General Inquiries:
Tel: +90 216 578 0531 / 0604
[email protected]
Incoming Exchange Programs – Erasmus – LLP
Tel: + 90 216 578 0295
[email protected]
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Yeditepe University
Faculty Profile
2 : 1 Education
Faculty
The teaching staff is comprised of over 1800 academics of
which over two-thirds are full-time faculty members, many of
them with doctoral degrees from the finest U.S. and
European universities, as well as a significant number of
foreign nationals. The part-time faculty members teach on
an adjunct basis. With the high quality of its academic staff,
Yeditepe has earned an excellent reputation both within
Turkey and internationally.
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Student Profile
2 : 1 Education
Student Body
The total student population is approximately 17,000 with
generally 20% of the students enrolled in graduate programs.
The university is recognized for its comprehensive and
innovative curriculum as well as its culturally rich and high
caliber student body. Yeditepe is now one of the largest of the
37 foundation universities in Turkey and ranks among the most
prestigious educational institutions in the country.
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Yeditepe University
Faculties and Departments
2: 1. 1 Education
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Undergraduate
63 programs in 13 schools
• Graduate Schools
54 Master Programs
22 Doctoral programs
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Arts & Sciences
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Academic Year
2009-2010
Anthropology
English Language-Literature
History
Mathematics
Philosophy
Physics
Psychology
Sociology
Turkish Language and Literature
Translation & Interpreting Studies
Commerce
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2.
3.
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Information Systems and Technology
International Business and Trade
International Finance
International Logistics and Transportation
Tourism and Hotel Management
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2: 1. 2 Education
Faculty of Commercial Sciences
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2: 1. 3 Education
Communication
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Advertising Design and Communication
Journalism
Public Relations & Publicity
Radio, TV and Film Studies
Visual Communication Design
Dentistry
Economics and Administrative Sciences
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Economics
Business Administration
Business Administration (in German )
Business Informatics (in German)
Political Science & International Relations
Political Science & International Relations (in French)
Public Administration
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2: 1. 4 Education
Education
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Computer Education & Instructional Technology
English Language Education
Guidance and Psychological Counseling
Mathematics Education
Turkish Language & Literature Education
Engineering and Architecture
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Architecture
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electric & Electronic Engineering
Food Engineering
Genetics and Bioengineering
Mechanical Engineering
Systems Engineering
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Yeditepe University
2: 1. 5 Education
Fine Arts
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Arts and Design (in Italian)
Arts Management
Gastronomy & Culinary Arts
Fashion and Textile Design
Graphic Design
Industrial Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Plastic Arts
Theatre
Health Sciences
1.
2.
3.
Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation
Nutrition and Dietetics
Nursing and Health Services
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2: 1. 6 Education
Undergraduate (continues)
Law
Medicine
Pharmacy
School of Foreign Languages
Institute of Graduate Studies
Institute of Biotechnology
Institute of Educational Sciences
Health Graduate Studies
Institute of Graduate Studies in Science & Engineering
Social Sciences Graduate Studies
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Yeditepe University
Language of Instruction
2: 2 Education
English is the medium of education.
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All academic programs are offered in English.
In addition are the following programs:
– Political Science and International Relations in French
– Business Administration and Business Informatics in German
– Arts and Design in Italian
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Students whose foreign language skills are not adequate to undertake an
academic program, attend foreign language preparatory programs before
beginning to study in their majors.
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Full-degree seeking students must either show acceptable English language test
scores (TOEFL, IELT etc) or pass the Yeditepe University English Proficiency Test
(YUEPT) before enrolling in a degree program.
Exchange students are required to demonstrate a level of proficiency in
English in order to complete the required classroom written assignments,
presentations and exams.
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Academic Curriculum
2: 3 Education
Academic Curriculum
Yeditepe employs the semester-and-credit system:
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Under this scheme, students are awarded a final degree upon completion of the
required credits corresponding to the compulsory and elective courses offered
in each program.
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A Student Hour or Credit Hour is considered 1 hour of lecture time for a single
student per week over the course of the semester.
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The University provides students with the opportunity to enroll in double major
or minor programs. Students who fulfill the required conditions can thus obtain
a second degree.
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Also through international exchanges students have the opportunity for Dual
Degrees with partner institutions in the USA in specific fields, such as the
Faculty of Engineering and Architecture.
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Each academic year will see new and different exchange programs offered in
conjunction with a changing list of partner schools, reinforcing a dynamic
learning environment.
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Always check for the most up-to-date educational agreements.
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Yeditepe University
Grading Scale
2: 4 Education
Yeditepe University
Academic Calendar
2: 5 Education
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The Academic Calendar year consists of Fall and Spring semesters, usually
each about 14 - 16 weeks, and a Summer Session lasting generally 8 weeks.
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There are two holidays with variable dates in the year which can cause the
calendar to slide somewhat for the first and last days of classes.
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Semester breaks are often scheduled around the traditional religious or
national holidays.
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The most current dates for the upcoming academic year are posted on the
university website in August.
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Registration usually begins one week prior to the first day of classes.
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International Students
3 : 1 General Admissions
Language Requirement
All applicants seeking a degree are required to:
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Provide proof of English proficiency before their application forms are
accepted. Students should have taken one of the tests listed here and obtained
at least the minimum scores within the range indicated:
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IELT
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: Reading 6
Total
6,5
TOEFL : Computer-based 213
Min.Score
550
IBT
Min Score
79
: Internet Based Test
If your previous education has been in English or English is your first language,
please mention this when applying. Applicants who have not taken these tests
may be required to take the English Proficiency Exam YUEPT which is offered
without a fee and on scheduled dates at Yeditepe University in order to fulfill
the English requirement. Minimum score: 60 required on this exam.
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Scores are valid for two years.
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3 : 2 General Admissions
Evidence of equivalent education standard
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A document called Denklik is issued by the Turkish Republic
Ministry of Education which confirms that the institute of education
attended prior to applying to a school in Turkey is considered equal
and acceptable by the Higher Education Council.
This proof of equivalency is necessary for students of all levels of
education.
Be sure to check if your high school or university is listed by the
Ministry of Education as an equal standard institution: the list is
variable with each academic year.
You can find more info about the Denklik by visiting the website of
YÖK – the Turkish Council of Higher Education:
www.yok.gov.tr
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Yeditepe University
Academic Facilities
4 : 1 Campus Facilities
Academic Facilities
Main Campus at a glance:
366 classrooms
204 lecture halls
36 academic administration units
132 professional labs belonging to Fine Arts,
Architecture, Communication, Engineering
and Sciences Faculties
4 professionally equipped television, radio, & photographic studios
34 computer labs
295 faculty offices
28 student club rooms
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Yeditepe University
Conference Halls
Conference Halls
Main Conference Halls are located in the Rector’s Building:
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Inan Kiraç Hall: a multi-purpose conference hall with a seating
capacity of 1200 accommodates cultural and scientific events
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Uzeyir Garih, Mavi and Yeşil : 3 smaller conference halls, each with
a seating capacity of 100, are available for academic and social
events
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The Fine Arts and Communication faculties each have a movie and
theatre complex seating an audience of 100
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Student Social Center
Student Social Centre ( Sosyal Tesisler)
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This building is centrally located on the main campus. When you are
looking for something it is usually here.
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Within the Student Social Centre students will find banking services,
the campus bookstore, a general store for small necessities, 2
coiffures, and restaurants where menus are à la carte at reasonable
prices and can be paid either in cash or credit card.
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The ‘Market’ is located near the bookstore on the ground floor of the
Social Center
Hours: Mon - Fri: 08:00 – 19:30
Sat - Sun: 08:00 – 19:30
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When you are unable to leave campus to shop in nearby stores, you
can find almost all necessities in the general store, from cosmetics to
dairy products.
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Recreation
4 : 4. 1 Campus Facilities
Recreation
Campus facilities are available to all registered students:
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Certain facilities will require membership fees and / or
surcharges for use.
Please inquire at the Student Social Center for all details
The main campus provides:
- indoor and outdoor basketball courts
- volleyball and tennis courts
- 300 m2 fully-equipped indoor fitness and aerobics centre
- 1 indoor half-sized Olympic swimming pool
- 1 outdoor half-sized Olympic swimming pool
- 71 m2 moot court
- 159 m2 sauna / hamam
- 260 m2 radio training studio and units
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Yeditepe University
Recreation
Sports and Fitness Center
The Fitness Club is located on the - 3 rd floor of the Social Center
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Opening Hours
– Monday - Friday :
09:00 – 20:00
– Saturday – Sunday:
10:00 – 15:30
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Membership fees and conditions vary according to study programs but
usually are offered
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3 days/ week (12 days /month)
– Limitless
(these are variable so please check on arrival)
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Pay cash or credit card
ALL HOURS AND COSTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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Recreation
Swimming Pool
The pools are located on the - 2nd floor of the Social Center
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Fees: are variable so please check this on arrival
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Hours: outdoor / indoor pools
– Monday
: closed
– Tuesday – Friday :10:00 – 18:30
– Saturday
:12:30 – 19:00
– Sunday
:10:30 – 19:00
Please confirm costs and current hours when you arrive
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Yeditepe University
University Main Library
University Main Library
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With 6000 m2 the library was first established in 1996 and is situated on the
first floor of the Rector’s Building with access to thousands of journals and
reviews.
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The Library of Congress cataloguing system is used with an on-line catalog.
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Private reading areas are equipped with internet access computers and
several data bases; students can be linked to the rest of the world from the
hilltops of Asia.
– Internet access
– Audiovisuals
– Print or photocopy:
» A “card” can be purchased in the bookstore: valid for 25 or 100 pages
» The service can also be done for you at the same rate.
Hours:Mon - Fri: 09:00 – 23:45
Weekends: 09:00 – 23:45
Holiday / Summer hours are posted at the entrance
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Bookstore
Books
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A bookstore is located in the Student Social Center for
convenience of purchases.
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Here you can find text books, foreign newspapers, magazines,
and school supplies.
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Most English textbooks are of course imported from abroad and
are quite expensive. For this reason many students sometimes
prefer to shop around the city for used or less expensive
editions.
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Hours are generally:
Mon - Sun: 09:00 – 22:00
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Yeditepe University
Bank
Bank
The bank is located on the ground floor of the Social Center
Usually bank hours are:
Mon - Fri:
08:30 - 17:30
Lunch Break: 12:30 - 13:30
There are several ATMs on the campus
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Places To Eat
Restaurants – Canteens - Snack Bars
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4 main restaurants are located in the Student Social Centre
along with a classy pastry café with a view to the tennis
courts
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Cafeterias are strategically located in each of the
surrounding faculty buildings - available for both students
and faculty.
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Outside cafés with panoramic views of the forest-covered
hills and distant sea offer agreeable venues for relaxing
and student interaction as well as nearby picnic areas
during the long seasons of good weather in Istanbul.
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On campus housing
5 : 1 Accommodations
On Campus Housing
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Separate residence halls for men and women
Common study / social areas in dorm buildings
One mini-refrigerator in each room
Linen and towels provided and serviced weekly
Permitted private electrical items in rooms: hairdryer and water
kettle ( no irons)
Laundry and ironing facilities within the buildings
Cafeterias and snack bars
A copy of the Housing Rules and Regulations is available
No meals are included in the room fee
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5 : 2 Accommodations
Off Campus
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Some students may prefer to live off-campus. Apartments
are available to rent throughout the city with more limited
availability in close proximity to campus.
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Students independently seek off-campus housing thru the
“student grapevine” and it is not the responsibility of the
university if they choose not to reside in the dorms.
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Depending on the preferences of the students, living off
campus may be a good choice. Students will be able to
experience the daily rhythm of an ancient city transformed
into a modern metropolis, however the comfort and ease
and modern conveniences offered in the dormitories also
have their advantages.
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Public Transportation
6 : 1. 1 Transportation
You can get to the Main Campus from anywhere in
Istanbul either by sea or land or a combination:
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Dolmuş - Minibus
Public buses
Ferryboats
Underground metro system on the European side
Historical tramways
Metered taxis
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Yeditepe University
6 : 1. 2 Transportation
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Akbil electronic transit pass -convenient and economic for
travelling when staying in Istanbul
for more than a week or 2
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Average cost:
– approx. $ 5 USD for empty
rechargeable metal button
Akbil – pronounced ‘Ahk beel ‘’
The Istanbul public transport authority (İETT) has introduced a
system for “easy – pay” on public transportation including buses,
boats, trams and some trains
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Yeditepe University
School Bus Services
6 : 2 Transportation
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The university maintains a fleet of over 100 transport
vehicles
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The office for the school bus service is located:
İSTEK A.S.
Social Center Bldg :
walk down stairs to the -1 level and turn left
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School Bus Service: schedules, city routes, costs are
available in their office.
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“Ring Bus” is the free on-campus service: yellow buses
circulate non-stop for getting around more quickly or during
bad weather conditions.
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BRIDGING THE GAP
STUDY ABROAD
EXCHANGE PROGRAMS
for SUMMER / FALL 2005
YEDITEPE UNIVERSITY
www.yeditepe.edu.tr
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Introduction
7 :1 Exchange Programs
Educational exchange contributes to promoting intercultural
awareness in countries around the world by integrating curriculum
and activities designed to reinforce the concept of global
communication and understanding.
Presently Yeditepe University has signed Student Exchange
Protocols and Memoranda of Understanding with nearly 50
universities in the United States and Canada as well as over 200
bilateral university agreements with European institutions within the
framework of LLP (Erasmus); in addition there are over 30
institutions working in cooperation from the Asian continent or nonErasmus countries.
Constantly on the horizon is the potential for more global partner
universities to join us in our pursuit for providing a high standard of
education which incorporates an international vision.
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North America
Number of schools with Cooperation Agreements
MOU or SEA signed or pending
USA
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
CA
CO
CN
Fl
GA
IL
IN
KY
LA
MA
MI
MS
MT
NE
NV
NY
NC
OH
TX
VA
W DC
WI
State
Universities
California
3
Colorado
1
Connecticut
1
Florida
2
Georgia
1
Illinois
1
Indiana
2
Kentucky
3
Louisiana
1
Massachusetts
5
Michigan
2
Mississippi
1
Montana
1
Nebraska
1
Nevada
1
New York
3
North Carolina
1
Ohio
2
Texas
3
Virginia
1
W ashington DC
1
W isconsin
1
TOTAL
Canada
City
1
Toronto
2
Winnepeg
3
4
38
Yeditepe University
Province Universities
Quebec
1
Manitoba
1
Ontario
2
Nova Scotia
1
TOTAL
5
Introduction
7 :1. 1 Exchange Programs
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Through exchange programs, the students from YU as well as the partner
European schools are benefiting from the additional diversity in the curriculum
and have the opportunity to continue their studies throughout the year.
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Information on the formalities for Incoming and Outgoing students are posted on
our website but detailed info on LLP (Erasmus) in Turkey can be found at
Turkish National Agency: http://www.ua.gov.tr
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Lifelong Learning Program (LLP): the single umbrella under which the European
Commission has integrated its various educational and training initiatives. It has
a significant budget of nearly €7 billion for 2007 to 2013.
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The sub-programs focus on different stages of education and training:
− primary / high schools
− vocational / training institutions
− higher education (university)
− adult education (or community and continual education)
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Introduction
7 :1. 2 Exchange Programs
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A vital aspect of student exchange is to ensure that credits are
smoothly transferred between institutions.
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The European Credit Transfer System – ECTS was developed
by the European Commission in order to support and facilitate
the mobility of students within Europe and further a field. It
provides a way of measuring and comparing learning
achievements, and transferring them from one institution to
another.
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The European community promotes inter-university cooperation
as a way of improving the quality of education.
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ECTS
7 : 2 Exchange Programs
ECTS - European Credit Transfer System
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Making student mobility more accessible is a major element in the student
exchange programs. The LLP (Erasmus) program demonstrates that
studying abroad is not only the best way to learn about other languages,
cultures, countries and ideas, but also a valuable experience and important
in academic and career development.
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The recognition of studies and diplomas is a prerequisite for the creation of
an Open European area of education and training where students and
teachers can move without obstacles.
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The ECTS does not regulate the content, structure or equivalence of study
programs. These issues are determined by the higher education institutions
when establishing a satisfactory basis for cooperation, through bilateral and
multilateral agreements.
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ECTS provides the framework and tools for transparency and mutual
academic recognition.
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Yeditepe University
ECTS
7 : 2..1
Exchange Programs
Typical components of ECTS
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Information guidebook which provides students and
academic staff with useful information on institutions,
faculties / departments, organization and structure of
studies and course units, and sometimes info on the
host country
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Learning agreement that provides the study plan which
students will follow and the ECTS credits awarded when
courses are completed.
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ECTS Transcript of Records which is a record of
learning achievements during the period abroad, in a
complete and clearly understandable form.
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Globalization in Education
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ECTS
7 : 2.. 2 Exchange Programs
ECTS Credits
• A unit that measures the quantity of workload required by each
course unit, in relation to the total quantity of work necessary to
complete a full year of academic study at the institution.
• The student’s “work” includes lectures, practical work, seminars,
tutorials, fieldwork, private study –in the library or at home – and
examinations or other assessment activities.
• Based on a full student workload and not limited to contact
hours only.
60 credits = workload of one academic year of study
30 credits = one semester generally
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Yeditepe University
ECTS
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7 : 2..3 Exchange Programs
ECTS - Grades
– A unit that measures the quality of the student’s work.
– The scale includes 5 grades which can be used by any university,
together with or instead of its national grading scale.
– Highest is “A”
Lowest is “E”
– The scale is created on a statistical basis so each university awards:
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A
B
C
D
E
F
to the best 10% of the results
to the following 25%
failed
Please ask your department advisor for the conversion tables
between Yeditepe University and ECTS ----
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VISAS
8 : 1. 1 Study Abroad
Visas
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All international students are responsible for having the
appropriate visas necessary for their duration of study in
Turkey.
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Visas vary according to the country of origin as well as the
program of study and the duration of program.
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Student visas are issued prior to arrival in Turkey.
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On presentation of the Letter of Acceptance issued by YU
stating the program of study, a ‘Student Visa’ may be
obtained from the Turkish Embassy or Consulate in the
applicant’s home country.
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Dolmabahçe Palace on the Bosphorus
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VISAS
8 : 1 . 2 Study Abroad
Visas (continued)
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It is advisable to allow plenty of time for all visa
applications to be processed. In some cases it seems
it may take at least 8 weeks.
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For detailed information on visa requirements please
contact the Turkish Embassy or Consulate in your
country.
•
For additional information refer to the website links
listed in this handbook.
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Yeditepe University
Resident Permits
Resident Permits – some helpful info
•
•
•
•
A resident permit grants a student the right to reside
and study in a foreign country for the duration of the
period of study.
Most countries in the world offer transit or tourist visas
for a period of 1 – 3 months.
As a semester of study is longer than 3 months,
students are advised to obtain student visas before
leaving their home country, which will entitle them to a
resident permit.
On arrival in Turkey, the student visa usually allows 30
days for the student to submit the necessay
documents and apply for a resident permit at the
police station.
Yeditepe University
:
Resident Permits
Yeditepe University
Resident Permits
Resident Permit (continued)
The police department link for international visitors:
http://yabancilar.iem.gov.tr/
can give the most up-to-date information concerning resident permits
IMPORTANT NOTE:
– If you were issued a residence permit before, include the
original permit, and photocopies of all the pages with any entry.
– Include your student visa, if this is your first application.
– Once your application has been submitted to the police station,
you will need to return there after approximately 2 weeks in
order to pick up your residence permit
Yeditepe University
International Applicants
9 : 1. 1 Undergraduate Admissions
Undergraduate Program – Language Requirement
All new and first-time applicants are required to fulfill the language
requirement (see page in this booklet)
Once a student is accepted into the undergraduate program and is
registered, if the Proof of English Proficiency has not been provided or
not been deemed acceptable, the English Proficiency Exam is administered
English (and other foreign languages) Proficiency Exam for all new students
admitted through ÖSYM/YÖS examinations or other similar are given on
scheduled dates during the first week of classes
A Placement exam is then taken by students who failed to achieve the
minimum score; this exam indicates the class level: A B C with the
completion of the A level in the English Prep school permitting enrollment
into the accepted department of study.
Yeditepe University
Entrance Examination Scores
Undergraduate Program
•
International Candidates seeking admission to the freshman class
and the undergraduate program, are required to submit acceptable
test scores from one of the following list of standard examinations:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
SAT I
ABITUR
ACT
GCE
French Baccalaureate
IB International Bac
Baccalaureate Libanais
TAWJIHI (Jordan, Palestine)
YÖS (see details below) - a minimum score of 40
For the most recent acceptable test scores please check our website
or contact the International Office or Student Affairs Office.
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Applications
9 : 1. 2 Undergraduate Program
Undergraduate Program
•
Foreign student applications are made through the International Office which is located in
the Law Faculty building on the main campus.
•
Procedures for applying can be found on our website: www.yeditepe.edu.tr / English /
Read the important information and scroll down to ITEM 5 on the webpage
INTERNATIONAL OFFICE / International Application / Undergraduate Program
•
Download the Application Forms:
>
>
>
Application Form YUUPA
Teacher Reference Form YUUTR
Personal Reference Form YUUPR
•
Complete the forms and submit to the International Office along with copies of required
documents. Email with correctly scanned documents are acceptable or postal mail.
•
YÖS the Examination for Foreign Students is organized by ÖSYM, The Higher
Education Council of Turkey ( www.osym.gov.tr ) every year for the selection and
placement of foreign students in the institutions of higher education within Turkey
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Applications
9 : 1. 2 Undergraduate Program
International applicants should be sure to check the website for the most up-to-date
info. However, here is a short check list as a reminder for standard documents
required for application evaluation:
ü Completed Application Form YUUPA
ü Completed Teacher Reference Form YUUTR
ü Completed Personal Reference Form YUUPR
ü Copy of official transcripts of High School education
NOTE: secondary level education must be evaluated and determined equivalent
to standards set by T.R. Ministry of education as acceptable, for this reason
the document -- denklik in Turkish – will be necessary at time of registration )
ü Copy of High School Diploma
ü Copy of Turkish translation of High School Diploma (if original is not in English)
ü Reference Letter (from a person not related to applicant)
ü Short essay stating why you wish to study at Yeditepe University
NOTE: Documents will not be returned to the applicant
Yeditepe University
Şile – Black Sea coast
Yeditepe University
YÖS
What is YÖS?
•
YÖS is only for those applicants who wish to enroll in an
undergraduate program.
•
Although Yeditepe University accepts standard test scores
administered in foreign countries, a separate examination (YÖS) was
established in 1981 for foreign students wishing to follow a course of
study in Turkish institutions of higher education.
•
Applicants must satisfy the criteria established by ÖSYM –YÖK the
Higher Education Council of Turkey in the most current YÖS GUIDE.
– Under Article 2 – International applicants definition:
“ holding the nationality of a country other than the Republic of
Turkey or the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus...”
•
Test scores are valid for 2 years
Yeditepe University
YÖS – Yabancı Öğrenciler Sınav
Examination for Foreign Students
www.osym.gov.tr
Yeditepe University
YÖS
What is YÖS? (continues)
•
Application procedures for the YOS exam generally begin in
February with the exam date scheduled late spring term but before
June.
•
The annual YÖS GUIDE generally appears in January; most
educational institutions will have copies available for students at
this time.
•
Stateless citizens and refugees should inquire for details before
applying.
•
For conditions, application procedures, deadlines and exam dates
and more details please visit their website www.osym.gov.tr
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Requirements - Entrance Exams
•
9 : 2 .1 Graduate Program
Standard Tests scores are required for most Graduate programs.
The following is a list of acceptable examinations:
GRE
/
GMAT
or
ALES - the required graduate entrance exam in Turkey and only in Turkish
PLEASE NOTE: Meeting the stated minimum requirements is necessary for
applications to be considered but does not guarantee admission.
•
All candidates for the graduate program generally apply directly to the relevant
Graduate Institute.
•
Special Faculty Requirements may be required. Please contact the specific
Department Head for further details.
•
NOTE: Documents will not be returned to the applicant
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Documents
9 :2. 2 Graduate Program
Graduate School Program
• Registration documents for International students:
– The original document indicating score received at the GRE,
GMAT or other Student Selection Examination
– The original undergraduate degree – and denklik if applicable
– Notarized copy of birth certificate and passport
– Document of Residence
– The signed acceptance letter from the Department Chair person
– Bank receipt for the semester tuition fee
– For male applicants, an official statement from Military Service
Bureau indicating deferment from service, if applicable
– 12 photographs (4.5 - 6 cm frontal, non-Polaroid) with name and
surname written on the back
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Requirements
9 : 3 Transfer Students
Transfer Students
•
All students - Undergraduate and Graduate - wishing to transfer to Yeditepe
University should contact directly the departments to which they are applying.
•
TRANSFER means to have study program courses completed in another
university and transfer these credits to Yeditepe in which case the Faculty and
Department concerned need to discuss and review particular curriculum.
•
Undergraduate transfer students are required to be currently enrolled in a 4year degree program at an institute of higher education and successfully
completed one academic year.
–
The foreign language requirement applies to transfer students:
• Evidence of proficiency in English
• Or proof of proficiency in the language of program study
–
No failing grades are acceptable on transcripts.
–
A minimum CGPA : 2.50 out of 4.00 is required.
–
Special faculty requirements may be required. Please contact the
Department Head for further details.
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Documents
9 : 3 Transfer Students
International Transfer Students from a university outside of Turkey
•
•
All required documents not in English or Turkish must be submitted with an
authorized translation in either English or Turkish.
Standard documents required for application evaluation:
– Copy of official transcripts of current undergraduate education which
includes all semesters of university education
– Copy of Turkish translation of official transcripts (if original is not in English)
– Copy of High School Diploma (if applicable)
•
•
– Copy of Turkish translation of High School Diploma (if original is not in
English)
Check with the Dept Head for specific details.
Transfer candidates are recommended to fill out an Application Profile with the
International Office in order to be included in the mailing list for international
student events such as: excursions, receptions, orientations, and general
announcements
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
10 : 1 Registration
International Students With YÖS And Other Test Results
•
REGISTRATION takes place only on the Main Campus and only
during the dates as announced on the academic calendar.
•
Students who have been accepted to a course program submit all
required documents in person during the period of registration.
•
New applicants or first-year (freshman) students enrolling for
the first time may only register at the beginning of the
academic year (fall term)
•
All tuition payments are based on the faculty/school of study and
made at the time of registration.
•
Foreign currency bank account numbers are available for
payments in Euro € or USD $ . Please check that the account
number is correct before making payments.
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
10 : 2 Registration
International Students registering for the first time and as full-time
students in an undergraduate program will receive a welcome
packet with all important info but this check list may be helpful:
ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS required at REGISTRATION:
Ø Letter of Acceptance
Ø Passport
Ø Diploma
Ø Transcripts and denklik, if applicable
Ø Visa or Resident Permit
Ø Entrance exam scores (YÖS, SAT, TOEFL etc)
Ø 12 ID photos
Yeditepe University
Academic Curriculum
11 : 1 Fees
Fees
•
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•
•
Curriculum fees for the current academic year are
posted on the website.
All fees are based on costs in TL (Turkish Lira) and
currency exchange rates at the time of payment.
New students must present the bank receipt as proof
of payment at the time of registration
Scholarship students must present a document as
proof of tuition status at the time of registration.
Yeditepe University
Accommodations
11 : 2 Fees
On Campus Residence Halls
•
Payment for on campus university lodgings is made at the
time of registration of the first semester to include the entire
cost of accommodation for the academic year or duration
of study.
•
Reserving in advance a place in the dorm is a requirement
for exchange students but is also highly recommended for
all new incoming students.
•
Be sure to confirm room reservations as soon as possible.
•
For any refund on dormitory payments be certain to read
the Housing Rules and Regulations for details.
Yeditepe University
Pharmacy Museum
Yeditepe University
12 : 1 Health Services
Health Services
• The University Medical Clinic (Medikososyal) offers 24 / 7
uninterrupted services on the main campus and is located on the
ground floor of the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture Building.
• An ambulance and Emergency Units are strategically located on
campus for emergency.
Pharmacy
•
The pharmacy is located next to the infirmary on the ground floor of the
Engineering and Architecture Building
Hours: Mon - Sat: 09:00-18:00
International students have a
10% discount
Insurance
• Yeditepe University does not offer medical insurance to international
students
• All international students are required to arrive with their own personal
medical insurance coverage.
Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
13 :1 .1
The Turkish language is a highly inflected language, having many
prefixes and suffixes added on to the root words which can make some
words quite long compared to the average English word.
However, when words are written, they are phonetically pronounced
which is an enormous help for beginners learning this fascinating
language.
Some examples:
discotheque
traffic
book
Special letters:
ş
ç
ğ
ö
ü
diskotek
trafik
kitap
pronounced ‘sh’
pronounced ‘ch’
soft sound like ‘h’
pronounced ‘ir’ as in girl
pronounced ‘er’ as in fewer
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Yeditepe University
Hello
Goodbye
Good Morning
Good Evening
Good Night
How are you?
I am fine. And you?
Yes
No
Please
Thank You
Do you want to go?
Yes, let’s go!
I want ...
I’m Looking For ..
I Give
I take or get
I Need ...
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~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
Merhaba
Hoşçakal
Günaydın
İyi Akşamlar
İyi Geceler
Nasılsınız ?
İyiyim. Siz?
Evet
Hayır
Lütfen
Teşekkür ederim (or) Mersi
Gitmek istiyormusun?
Evet, gidelim!
(object) İstiyorum.
(object) Arıyorum.
Veriyorum
Almak
(object) Gerekli
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
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~
~
Pazartesi
Salı
Çarşamba
Perşembe
Cuma
Cumartesi
Pazar
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13 :1. 2
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13 :1. 3
Today
Yesterday
Tomorrow
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night
One Hour
When ?
How ?
What is ...?
Which is ... ?
Who ?
Where ?
Airport
Town Center
Bus Stop
Ticket
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~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
Bugün
Dün
Yarın
Sabah
Akşam Üstü
Akşam
Gece
Bir Saat
Ne Zaman ?
Nasıl ?
... Ne ?
Hangisi ... ?
Kim ?
Nerede ?
Havaalanı
Şehir Merkezi
Otobüs Durağı
Bilet
Breakfast
Lunch
Meal
Coffee
Tea
Milk
Sugar
Rice
Spagetti
Chicken
Meatballs
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~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
Kahvaltı
Öğle Yemeği
Akşam Yemeği
Kahve
Çay
Süt
Şeker
Pilav
Makarna
Piliç
Köfte
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Bir
İki
Üç
Dört
Beş
Altı
Yedi
Sekiz
Dokuz
On
11
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
Onbir
Yirmi
Otuz
Kırk
Elli
Altmış
Yetmiş
Seksen
Doksan
Yüz
1 Million ~ Bir Miyon
111
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
Yüzonbir
İkiyüz
Üçyüz
Dörtyüz
Beşyüz
Altıyüz
Yediyüz
Sekizyüz
Dokuzyüz
Bin
1 Billion ~ Bir Milyar
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13 :1. 4
14 :1
ALBANIA
Valikonagi Cad. Ekmek Fabrikasi Sok. N° 4, Nisantasi
Tel: 296-2428; Fax: 296-2427
AUSTRALIA
Tepecik Yolu nº 58, Etiler
Tel:257-7050/52; Fax:257-7054
AUSTRIA
Koybasi Cad. nº 46, Yenikoy
Tel: 262-9315; Fax: 262-4984
BELGIUM
Siraselviler Cad. nº 73 Taksim
Tel: 243-3300; Fax: 243-5074
BULGARIA
Ulus Mahallesi, Adnan Saygun Cad. nº 44, 2. Levent
Tel: 269-0478; Fax:264-1011
CANADA
İstiklal Caddesi, 189/5, Beyoğlu
Tel: 212 251 98 38; Fax: 212 251 98 88
CHINA
Memduh Paşa Yalıs, Kırecburnu Mah., Mısırlı Cad., Sariyer
Tel: 212 299 21 99; Fax: 212 299 26 33
CZECH REPUBLIC
Abdi Ipekci Cad. nº 71 Macka
Tel: 212 232 26 33
DENMARK
Meygede Sokak No: 2, Bebek
Tel: 212 359 19 00; Fax: 212 359 19
EGYPT
Cevdet Pasa Cad. nº 173 Bebek
Tel: 263-6038, 265-2440; Fax: 257-4428
ESTONIA
Koresehittler Cad. No. 39 Zincirlikuyu
Tel: 211-3480; Fax: 211-3467
FINLAND
Camlik Cad. Ayaz Sok. nº 2/4, Levent
Tel: 283.5737/8; Fax:283-5739
FRANCE
Istikläl Cad. nº 8 Taksim
Tel: 292-4810/11; Fax: 249-9168
G ERM ANY
Ism et Inonu Cad. nº 16 G um ussuyu
Tel:251-5404/05; Fax:249-9920
Visa Section Tel: 245-2624
G REAT BRITAIN
M esrutiyet Cad. nº 34 Tepebasi, Beyoglu,
Tel: 212 334 60 00; Fax: 212 334 61 01
G REECE
Turnacibasi Sok. nº 32 G alatasaray
Tel: 245-0597, 98
H UNG AR Y
Poyracik Sok. nº35 Tesvikiye
Tel:225.5501..19;Fax:248.2783
ISRAEL
Valikonagi C ad. nº 73/4 N isantasi
Tel: 225-1040/41/4; Fax: 225-1048
P.K. 473 Sisli 80224
ITALY
Tom Kaptan Sok. nº15 Beyoglu
Tel: 243-1024-25, 252-5436
Fax: 252-5879 Visa Section: 244-3259
THE NETHERLAN DS
Istiklal C ad. nº 393 Beyoglu
Tel: 251.5030; Fax: 251.9289
N OR W AY
R ıhtım C ad., Frak Han, Karköy
Tel: 212 249-9753
Fax: 212 251 31 73
PO LAN D
Buyuk Ciftlik Sok. nº 5/7 N isantasi
Tel: 240-7956; Fax: 233-0618
PO RTUGAL
O kcu Musa Cad. N or Han nº 52/2 Bankalar, Karakoy
Tel: 250-1130 (visa); Fax: 255-5064
R OM ANIA
Siraselviler Cad. nº 55 Taksim
Tel: 244-4284; 244-3555; Fax: 293-8261
R USSIA
Istiklal C ad. nº 443 Beyoglu
Tel: 244-1693/2610; Fax: 249-0507
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14 :2
SPAIN
Cumhuriyet Cad. no 233/4, Ferah Apt. Daire 4, Harbiye
Tel: 225-2099 225-2153; Fax: 225-2088
SWEDEN
Istikläl Cad. nº497 Tunel
Tel: 243-5770/1; Fax: 252-4114
SWITZERLAND
1.Levent Plaza, A Blok Kat 3 Büyükdere Cad. No:173
P.K. 90 TR-34330 Levent-Istanbul
Tel. +90 (0)212 283 12 93 Fax. +90 (0)212 283 12 97
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
İstinye Mahallesi, Kaplıcalar Mevkii No.2
İstinye 34460 - Istanbul / Turkey
Phone: (90) 212-335 90 00 Fax: (90-212) 335-9093
E-mail: [email protected]
UKRAINE
Adakale Sok 13, Senlikköy, Florya-Bakıköy
Tel : 212 662 25 41 ; Fax : 212 662 18 76
Yeditepe University
15 :1. Helpful Links
WWW.
yok.gov.tr
Turkish Council of Higher Education
kultur.gov.tr
Ministry of Culture and Tourism
mfa.gov.tr
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
istanbul.pol.tr
Police bureau info
osym.gov.tr
YÖS exam information
http://www.ua.gov.tr
Erasmus Turkish National Agency
ido.com.tr
water transportation vehicles site
iett.gov.tr/en
city bus and train info in english
Yeditepe University
Bridging The Gap
Yeditepe University
www. yeditepe.edu.tr
Prepared by
Dr. Vehbi BAYSAN, Asst. Provost and Director of the International Office
Madeleine Gery, International Coordinator
The photographs and design of this handbook are courteous of MGery with
assistance and supplemental photos provided by the Photography Center of
Yeditepe University as well as contributions by students
www.
yeditepe.edu.tr
2009

Yeditepe University International Office Student Handbook

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