Faculty of Health Sciences
Speech and Language Therapy
Applications open
Tuition and study format
Academic year: 2026/27
Intakes and application dates
- 2026/2027 Ön BaşvuruApplications openJanuary 1, 2026 — August 31, 2027
Programme information package
The programme's definition and learning outcomes, as the university publishes them in its official information package.
Programme definition
History
The Department of Speech and Language Therapy was established in 2021 within the School of Health Sciences and began its educational activities by admitting its first students in the 2021–2022 academic year. The School of Health Sciences was transformed into the Faculty of Health Sciences in 2022, and since the 2022–2023 academic year, the Department of Speech and Language Therapy has continued to offer undergraduate education within the Faculty of Health Sciences.
Qualification Awarded
Bachelor's degree speech and language therapist
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
Bachelor's Degree
Specific Admission Requirements
Admission to the undergraduate programme in Speech and Language Therapy at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Istanbul Nisantasi University, is carried out in accordance with the regulations established by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) and the central placement system administered by the Measurement, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM). To be eligible for admission, applicants must have graduated from a high school or an equivalent secondary education institution and must meet the placement requirements determined for the relevant academic year based on their quantitative (SAY) score in the Higher Education Institutions Examination (YKS). The admission and registration procedures for international students are conducted in accordance with the relevant regulations of the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) and the international student admission policies and regulations of Istanbul Nisantasi University. Applications for horizontal transfers from higher education institutions in Türkiye and abroad are evaluated in accordance with the applicable national legislation and the university's regulations governing student transfers. Recognition of previously completed courses and earned credits, as well as course exemptions and academic adaptation procedures, are carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations and decisions of the authorized academic units of the university. Final registration procedures are completed in accordance with the announced academic calendar and registration requirements. Student admission, registration, horizontal transfer, and recognition of prior learning processes are conducted based on the principles of transparency, equality, and fair assessment.
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
The recognition of formal learning previously completed at higher education institutions in Türkiye is carried out within the framework of horizontal transfers, internal transfers, double major and minor programmes, and inter-institutional credit transfers. These processes are conducted in accordance with the regulations established by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) and the relevant regulations and directives of Istanbul Nisantasi University. In the Undergraduate Programme in Speech and Language Therapy at Istanbul Nisantasi University, the recognition of courses successfully completed at other higher education institutions, course equivalency, exemptions, and academic adaptation procedures are carried out in accordance with the University's "Directive on the Recognition of Prior Qualifications, Course Equivalency, and Academic Adaptation Principles." Course exemptions and academic adaptation procedures for students admitted to the programme through the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS) are evaluated in accordance with the relevant national legislation and the University's regulations currently in force. The recognition of knowledge, skills, and competencies acquired through non-formal and informal learning is carried out in accordance with the procedures and principles established by Istanbul Nisantasi University regarding the recognition of prior learning.
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
To obtain the qualification in the Undergraduate Programme in Speech and Language Therapy at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Istanbul Nisantasi University, students are required to successfully complete all compulsory and elective courses specified in the programme curriculum over the four-year (eight-semester) period of study, earn a minimum of 240 ECTS credits, and achieve a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.00 out of 4.00.
Profile of The Programme
Programme Educational Objectives and Performance Indicators PEO1: To educate professionals who are capable of providing speech and language therapy services tailored to diverse developmental and clinical needs across the lifespan, taking into account biopsychosocial and cultural factors, with the aim of protecting and promoting the communication and swallowing health of individuals, families, and communities. Performance Indicator:The proportion of graduates undertaking professional responsibilities in the assessment, therapy, and rehabilitation of language, speech, communication, and swallowing disorders exceeds 75%. PEO2: To educate speech and language therapists who are capable of utilizing current scientific evidence and professional technologies in the assessment, therapy planning, intervention, and monitoring of language, speech, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders, and who make clinical decisions in accordance with ethical principles and relevant legislation. Performance Indicator:The proportion of positive employer evaluations regarding the competencies of professionally active graduates in evidence-based practice and professional ethics exceeds 80%. PEO3: To educate graduates who are capable of applying critical and analytical thinking skills in professional practice and social life, developing scientifically grounded solutions to problems they encounter, and assuming professional responsibilities. Performance Indicator: The proportion of positive employer evaluations regarding graduates' competencies in problem-solving, clinical decision-making, and assuming professional responsibilities exceeds 80%. PEO4: To educate professionals who are capable of communicating effectively with individuals, families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals, and actively participating in interdisciplinary collaboration and teamwork in the delivery of person-centred services. Performance Indicator: The proportion of graduates participating in multidisciplinary teamwork or engaging in professional collaboration with other healthcare professionals exceeds 60%. PEO5: To educate graduates who embrace the principle of lifelong learning, follow scientific and technological developments in the field of speech and language therapy, continuously update their professional knowledge and skills, are capable of critically evaluating scientific research, and pursue postgraduate education and professional specialization. Performance Indicator: The proportion of graduates participating in postgraduate education, certificate programmes, scientific research, congresses, or continuing professional development activities exceeds 25%.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
Graduates of the Undergraduate Programme in Speech and Language Therapy at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Istanbul Nisantasi University, are qualified to work as “Speech and Language Therapists” in various healthcare, educational, and rehabilitation institutions in both the public and private sectors. Graduates may be employed in relevant clinical departments of public, private, and university hospitals; special education and rehabilitation centres; healthcare institutions providing speech and language therapy services; elderly care and rehabilitation centres; and other healthcare and educational institutions in accordance with the relevant legislation. In addition, graduates may establish their own healthcare professional practice units and engage in independent professional practice, provided that they comply with the applicable legislation and licensing requirements. Graduates who pursue postgraduate education may also participate in academic and scientific research activities at universities, provided that they fulfil the relevant academic requirements.
Access to Further Studies
Graduates of the Undergraduate Programme in Speech and Language Therapy at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Istanbul Nisantasi University, may apply for master's degree programmes, with or without a thesis, in Speech and Language Therapy or related disciplines, provided that they meet the requirements established by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) and the admission criteria of the relevant higher education institutions. Graduates who successfully complete a thesis-based master's degree programme may proceed to doctoral programmes, provided that they fulfil the requirements specified in the relevant regulations and the admission criteria of the respective programmes. Direct admission to doctoral programmes following a bachelor's degree is also possible, subject to the specific conditions stipulated in the applicable legislation. Admission to postgraduate programmes is based on academic achievement, scores obtained from the Academic Personnel and Graduate Education Entrance Examination (ALES), foreign language proficiency where required, and other evaluation criteria established by the relevant higher education institutions.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Students who register for the relevant course at the beginning of the term must have attended at least 70% of the theoretical courses and at least 80% of the applied courses in order to enter the final exam. Students are subjected to at least one midterm and final exam for each course. The contribution of the midterm exam to the success grade is 40% (points obtained from measurement tools such as homework, laboratory exam, quiz can also be taken into consideration as midterm grade), and the contribution of the final exam is 60%. All exams are evaluated over 100 points. Students who get one of the letter grades (AA), (BA), (BB), (CB) and (CC) from a course are considered successful in that course. (DC) and (DD) grades are conditionally successful grades. In order for a student to be successful in a course with DC or DD grade, the grade point average of the semester he / she took that course must be at least 1.80. For more detailed information, please check the related course in the Lesson Plan section.
Graduation Requirements
In order for students to be eligible for graduation, they must have successfully completed all of the courses (at least 240 ECTS in total) in the program. However, for each semester, the semester grade point average must be at least 1.80 out of 4.00 and the CGPA at the graduation stage must be at least 2.00 out of 4.00. For graduation, the student must have successfully completed the clinical practice and graduation project.
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Tam Zamanlı
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Head of the Department of Faculty of Health Sciences Speech and Language Therapy Asst. Prof. Dr. Gamze KILIÇ Maslak Mah., 1453 Söğütözü Sokak Ağaoğlu Maslak 1453 No:20, 34398 Sarıyer/İstanbul
Facilities
The University has 2 conference halls, 260 classrooms, and eight lecture halls for students to use. In the classrooms, there is a desk chair for each student, a desk chair for the lecturer, a PC, a projector, and a whiteboard. Apart from these, there are a total of 11 computer laboratories and laboratories for experimental studies.
Programme outcomes
- Demonstrate theoretical and applied knowledge about the biomedical (anatomical, neurological, physiological, etc.), linguistic, psychological/behavioral and developmental foundations of human communication, language, speech, voice, hearing, nutrition and swallowing processes.
- Develop programs for prevention, functional evaluation, differential diagnosis, intervention, therapy, re/habilitation studies by using the theoretical and applied concepts and principles required in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
- Apply the programs for prevention, functional evaluation, differential diagnosis, intervention, therapy, re/habilitation studies by using the theoretical and applied concepts and principles required in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
- Use necessary technology, tools, and equipment for assessment and practice specific to the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
- Search for accurate, reliable, valid, and evidence-based up-to-date information in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
- Use written, verbal, and non-verbal communication tools to communicate clearly, effectively, and appropriately.
- Demonstrate knowledge of legal regulations, scientific and professional ethical values and principles, and patient rights related to their professional duties, rights, and responsibilities as an individual.
- Organize collaborative work with patients, families, caregivers, professionals, and other interested individuals.
- Demonstrate a holistic approach based on bio-psycho-social and cultural aspects in speech and language therapy practices for the individual, family, and society.
- Demonstrate lifelong learning, professional development, and self-assessment skills.
Programme outcomes and the Turkish Qualifications Framework
Each line is an item of the Turkish Qualifications Framework; the numbers beside it are the programme outcomes that meet it.
KNOWLEDGE
- 1
Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources
Programme outcomes1 · 7 · 9 · 10
SKILLS
- 1
Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field
Programme outcomes1 · 6 · 7 · 9 · 10 - 2
Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 8 · 10
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
- 1
Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently
Programme outcomes2 · 3 · 4 - 2
Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field
Programme outcomes1 · 8 · 10 - 3
Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project
Programme outcomes2 · 4 · 6 · 8 · 10
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
- 1
Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach
Programme outcomes6 · 7 · 9 - 2
Determine learning needs and direct the learning
Programme outcomes5 · 7 · 9 · 10 - 3
Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 7 · 10
COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
- 1
Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field
Programme outcomes6 · 8 · 9 - 2
Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data
Programme outcomes5 · 6 · 8 · 9 - 3
Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility
Programme outcomes2 · 8 - 4
Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level
Programme outcomes7 · 10 - 5
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge
Programme outcomes4 · 10
COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
- 1
Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field
Programme outcomes6 · 7 - 2
Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security
Programme outcomes4 · 5 · 9