Information Package / Course Catalogue
Art of the Anatolian Seljuk Period
Course Code: İST511
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

To analyze the architectural and decorative features of Anatolian Seljuk art through monument examples.

Course Content

Examination of mosque, madrasa, caravanserai, tomb, and palace architecture, as well as stone, tile, wood, and metalworking arts of the Anatolian Seljuk period.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Explains the fundamental concepts and historical development of the field of Art of the Anatolian Seljuks Period.
2.Defines the primary monuments, sources, and examples covered within the scope of Art of the Anatolian Seljuks Period.
3.Analyzes the examples related to the Art of the Anatolian Seljuks Period in terms of form, technique, function, and style.
4.Evaluates the topics of Art of the Anatolian Seljuks Period comparatively within their historical and cultural contexts.
5.Presents an independent, source-based research on the Art of the Anatolian Seljuks Period, observing academic ethical principles.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Aslanapa, O. (2007). Art of the Anatolian Seljuks and Beyliks Period. İnkılâp Kitabevi.
2.Kuban, D. (2002). Anatolian Art in the Seljuk Age. Yapı Kredi Publications.
3.Mülayim, S. (2018). Geometric Ornaments in Anatolian Seljuk Architecture (2nd ed.). Turkish Historical Society Publications.
4.Öney, G. (1992). Decoration and Handicrafts in Anatolian Seljuk Architecture (2nd ed.). Türkiye İş Bankası Kültür Publications.
5.Sözen, M. (1970). Anatolian Madrasas: The Seljuks and Beyliks Period (Vol. 1). ITU Faculty of Architecture Printing Workshop.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Anatolian Seljuk historical framework.
Week 2 - Theoretical
Geographical and cultural context of Anatolian Seljuk art.
Week 3 - Theoretical
Early period mosques.
Week 4 - Theoretical
The Great Mosque (Ulu Cami) tradition.
Week 5 - Theoretical
Madrasa architecture.
Week 6 - Theoretical
Caravanserais and inns (hans).
Week 7 - Theoretical
Tombs and tomb towers (kümbet).
Week 8 - Theoretical
Palace and pavilion (köşk) architecture.
Week 9 - Theoretical
Crown portal (taçkapı) arrangements.
Week 10 - Theoretical
Stone decoration and geometric interlacing.
Week 11 - Theoretical
Tile and ceramic art.
Week 12 - Theoretical
Wood and metalwork.
Week 13 - Theoretical
Monuments of Konya, Sivas, and Kayseri.
Week 14 - Theoretical
Comparative evaluation.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures1%5
Quiz1%5
Midterm Examination1%30
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory145070
Assignment142028
Midterm Examination114014
Final Examination114014
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)126
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
OÇ-1
4
4
4
3
4
4
OÇ-2
4
3
3
4
4
4
OÇ-3
3
4
4
4
3
3
OÇ-4
4
4
4
4
4
3
OÇ-5
4
4
4
4
4
4
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026