Endüstriyel Tasarım Lisans Diploması

ISCO:08 (2163.02)

ISCO:08 (2163.02)

Our graduates:
1. Continue their careers in various roles within companies of different scales and sectors.
2. Pursue postgraduate education and academic careers in national and international programs.
3. Adapt to social and economic changes that impact the design discipline.
4. Contribute to sustainable development with their expertise.
5. Engage in research activities, contributing to the development of the profession and the discipline.

Teaching and instruction is conducted as formal education. The program is a synthesis of theoretical and practice-based courses. The latter are conducted in working spaces called ‘studios’. These are courses that engage students most in terms of working hours. Project development processes take place in studios where the students and instructors are in extensive and constant interaction and communication. These places are equipped with drawing desks, digital projection screens and facilities and presentation boards that are utilized during project critics and feedback sessions. Students develop their projects by using their drawing tools, equipment, computers and tablets. The projects developed in the studios are supported by model-making equipment in the workshop. Students make 3D models and prototypes of their projects in the workshop. Besides these places for practice-oriented works, there are classrooms used for the theoretical courses. These are equipped with visual projection facilities and sound systems that are used during the lectures. The theoretical courses aim to provide direct or indirect input into the project works, which are the backbone of design education.  
 

1. Generate 2D, 3D, 4D forms and processes in accordance with basic principles of design for the betterment of life
2. Identify and analyze design problems, and use creative thinking methods for solutions.
3. Apply various methods and tools required at different steps of the design process.
4. Use theoretical and practical knowledge competently while designing systems, services, and products.
5. Use proper methods to identify the needs of potential users and use contexts, and develop solutions to mediate intended user experiences.
6. Plan a design process by complying with the various needs of different industries; effectively carry out this process individually or in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
7. Evaluate and contribute to the development of existing knowledge and practice through proper research, critical thinking and ethical perspective.
8. Identify the materials and production technologies within the scope of industrial design activity; and use it within design processes.
9. Prepare mediums to competently transfer ideas into visual, oral, and written forms, and effectively communicate with stakeholders throughout the design process.
10. Demonstrate a professional approach to industrial design by taking into account its historical background and ever-changing technological, economic and social contexts; and to treat design practices in this framework.
11. Appraise the importance of social responsibility, sustainability, and ethical conduct in industrial design; pay attention to the relationship between people, objects and environments, and value intellectual and industrial property rights.

Possesses advanced proficiency in the following key competencies:
1. Literacy competency
2. Multilingual competency
3. Mathematical competency and competence in science, technology, and engineering
4. Digital competency
5. Personal, social, and learning-to-learn competency
6. Citizenship competency
7. Entrepreneurship competency
8. Cultural awareness and expression competency

Student success is evaluated by taking into account homework, projects, mid-term assignments/practices, final assignments/practices and other practices that replace exams. Evaluation methods are announced in course syllabi at the beginning of each semester. Additionally, at the beginning of the semester, instructors outline the learning outcomes of the course and the flow of the teaching process in the syllabi. These syllabi are shared with students and relevant stakeholders via the TEDU website and the LMS platform. The coefficients, points and status of the letter grades included in the grade point average calculations are given below:
Letter Grade_Coefficient_Point
AA _4,00_90-100
BA_3,50_85-89
BB_3,00_80-84
CB_2,50_75-79
CC_2,00_70-74
DC_1,50_60-69
DD_1,00_50-59
F(Failure)_0,00_49 and/or below.
FX (Failure)_ The grade FX is given to students who have not attended classes, or have not participated in mid-term exams, final exams, term projects or similar course assessments.
P (Pass)_The letter P (Pass), is given to students who have fulfilled all requirements of a non-credit course (project, seminar, internship).
I (Incomplete)_The letter “I” is given to students who have not been able to complete requirements such as assignments and projects given by the faculty member in time due to certain excuses. Such requirements are completed at the most in two weeks; if not, the letter “I” is converted into a letter grade of “F”.

The jury system is a widely employed evaluation method in industrial design project studios. In juries, students present their work to a group of instructors, answer queries and receive feedback. Jury evaluation results are announced through rubrics, which are widely used in the program. Project juries are graded based upon criteria announced in advance. External examiners are often invited especially to the final juries. Except for the graduation, it is standard practice to conduct several design projects in a semester. Longer projects are evaluated at intervals in the form of preliminary juries. The process is closely monitored by graded or ungraded submissions such as research, presentation, user testing etc.

To ensure the quality of higher education programs, the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) is responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and supervising the educational, instructional, and other activities carried out in higher education institutions. Each year, "University Monitoring and Evaluation Reports" for higher education institutions, prepared within the framework of the criteria determined by YÖK, are published. Based on these reports, YÖK shares quantitative and qualitative evaluations of higher education institutions with the public.
Additionally, YÖK publishes the "Foundation Higher Education Institutions Report" annually, containing academic, administrative, and financial data for foundation higher education institutions. These reports also include quantitative and qualitative evaluations, which are shared with the public by YÖK. The quality assurance of undergraduate programs in higher education is provided according to the "Procedures and Principles for Ensuring the Quality Assurance of Higher Education Diploma Programs":
Creation and Approval of Academic Programs: 1.1. YÖK establishes the minimum standards and criteria required to open undergraduate departments and programs in higher education institutions. 1.2. The curriculum of undergraduate programs and the learning outcomes each program will provide to students are determined by the senates of higher education institutions in line with the basic principles set by YÖK. 1.3. The curriculum of National Core Education Programs is implemented by higher education institutions upon approval by YÖK after being accepted by the relevant Deans' Council.
Assessment and Evaluation: The methods for assessing and evaluating the learning outcomes that undergraduate programs aim to provide to students are carried out according to the education, instruction, and examination regulations prepared by higher education institutions, in accordance with the fundamental principles determined by YÖK.
Certification: Students enrolled in undergraduate programs are awarded a bachelor's degree upon successfully completing the course credits and other obligations determined by the higher education institutions.
Self-Assessment and External Assessment: In the context of continuous monitoring, higher education institutions enter their "Internal Evaluation Reports" for the previous year into the Information System prepared by the Higher Education Quality Council (YÖKAK) at the beginning of each year. YÖKAK shares its "Institutional Feedback Report," which pertains to the external evaluation of higher education institutions, with the public. Additionally, accreditation decisions made by accreditation organizations authorized or recognized by YÖKAK indicate that the qualifications of the programs have met quality assurance standards. YÖKAK conducts regular review activities concerning the qualifications set by its regulations.
YÖKAK Institutional Accreditation Program - Full Accreditation and Industrial Design Accreditation Board Accreditation (ENTAK)

Admission to the first year of undergraduate programs is based on the results of the examination conducted by the Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM). The admission of foreign candidates is carried out in accordance with the Higher Education Law, the regulations and decisions of the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), and the conditions determined by the Senate, with the approval of the relevant administrative board.

Graduates of the Industrial Design Undergraduate Program gain interdisciplinary skills in managing design and production processes, which allow them to work in a wide range of industries. They can provide design and consultancy services as in-house designers or freelancers in public and private organizations involved in design, manufacturing, technology development etc. They may also specialize in areas such as user experience (UX) design, user interface (UI) design, brand design, strategic design etc. Graduates who meet the necessary requirements can continue their education in postgraduate programs in their field or related areas, which can lead to an academic career in teaching and research.

1. Law No. 2547 on Higher Education
1.1. Regulation on the Principles of Transition Between Associate and Bachelor's Degree Programs in Higher Education Institutions, Double Major, Minor, and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer
1.2. Regulation on the Continuation of Bachelor's Studies for Graduates of Vocational Schools and Open Education Associate Degree Programs
2. Law No. 2547 on Higher Education (Supplementary Article 35)
2.1. Regulation on Higher Education Quality Assurance and the Higher Education Quality Board

The qualification is continuously valid.