Information Package / Course Catalogue
Academic Orientation
Course Code: DY018
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 3
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to provide information to students who are new to the university about academic life, the functioning of the university, education and training processes, resources and opportunities. It is also aimed to raise awareness of issues such as time management, effective study methods, academic ethics and university culture in order to support students' academic and personal development.

Course Content

1. University Introduction and Structure 2. Academic Rules and Regulations 3. Learning and Time Management Skills 4. Academic Ethics and Scientific Research 5. Library and Information Access 6. University Life and Social Facilities 7. Communication and Expression Skills

Name of Lecturer(s)
Ins. Neşe ERAY
Learning Outcomes
1.Recognizes the academic and administrative structure of the university
2.Explains the functioning of the academic advising system.
3.Recognizes and effectively uses university resources (library, student affairs, career center, etc.).
4.Has basic knowledge of academic ethics and plagiarism
5.Develops skills in time management and effective study techniques.
6.Learns about student societies, social and cultural activities.
7.Gains awareness of determining one's own academic and personal goals.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Başarılı Bir Üniversite Hayatı İçin Akademik Oryantasyon Yazar: Prof. Dr. A. Gökhan Karabulut Yayınevi: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık
2.Üniversiteye İlk Adım: Akademik Oryantasyon Yazar: Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Hatice Yıldız Yayınevi: Pegem Akademi
3.Öğrenciler İçin Akademik Başarı Rehberi Yazar: Prof. Dr. Ziya Selçuk Yayınevi: Nobel Yayınları
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Course Introduction and Introduction to University Life
Week 2 - Theoretical
Learning to Learn
Week 3 - Theoretical
Time Management and Planning
Week 4 - Theoretical
Accessing the Library and Information
Week 5 - Theoretical
Academic Reading and Note Taking
Week 6 - Theoretical
Academic Writing and Citing Sources
Week 7 - Theoretical
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Week 8 - Theoretical
University Culture and Ethical Values I
Week 9 - Theoretical
University Culture and Ethical Values II
Week 10 - Theoretical
Career Planning and Goal Setting
Week 11 - Theoretical
Clubs, Social Activities and Volunteering
Week 12 - Theoretical
Healthy Living and Psychological Resilience
Week 13 - Theoretical
Digital Literacy and Technology Usage
Week 14 - Theoretical
General Assessment and Presentations
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory143270
Midterm Examination1224
Final Examination1224
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)78
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
PÇ-13
PÇ-14
PÇ-15
PÇ-16
PÇ-17
PÇ-18
OÇ-1
5
5
3
3
OÇ-2
5
5
3
3
OÇ-3
5
5
3
3
OÇ-4
5
5
3
3
OÇ-5
5
5
3
3
OÇ-6
5
5
3
3
OÇ-7
5
5
3
3
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026