Faculty of Art and Design
Communication Design
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
he Communication and Design department was established in 2012.
Qualification Awarded
Students who successfully complete the program are awarded a Bachelor's Degree in their field.
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
240 ECTS is the Graduate Program consists of loans and required ECTS credits with the level descriptors, the European Higher Education Area HE (QF-EHEA) for European Qualifications Framework (European Qualifications Framework) in the First Level (Bachelor) and Turkey's Higher Education Area Qualifications Framework at level 6 determined according to their qualities. In addition, the level descriptors meet the level 6 qualifications specified in the European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning (EQF-LLF).
Specific Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements The student who wishes to enroll in the department must complete the processes / pass the exams determined by the ÖSYM within the framework of the academic and legal legislation of the university. A student who has started his / her education in a domestic or foreign equivalent program can apply for undergraduate transfer. The admission of students is examined before the semester starts, taking into account the conditions of each student and the degree to which they apply, and are evaluated specifically. More detailed information about admission to the university is available in the Institution Introduction Catalog. Students coming from abroad within the scope of student exchange programs approved by the university and whose limits are determined with an agreement can take the courses given in the department. Employment Opportunities of Graduates and Transfer to Upper Level Our graduates have the opportunity to work in all sectors. Students who successfully complete the program can apply for master's and doctoral degrees in the field of Communication Design or other branches of science that accept students from this field.
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
Nişantaşı University students may be exempted from some courses within the framework of certain regulations. If the content of a course taken in another institution and its ECTS equivalent is suitable for the course given at Nişantaşı University and is approved by the relevant faculty / institute / school directorate, the student may be exempted from this course.
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Students are required to successfully complete all 240 ECTS courses in this program and achieve a weighted grade point average of at least 2.00 out of 4.00.
Profile of The Programme
The Communication and Design department is about visual design and production, which aims to gain the ability to see and perceive. Together with the introductory courses of social sciences, application courses are taught in an integrated manner. At the same time, while technology and aesthetics interactively create a dynamic environment, it realizes dreams in printed interactive dynamic design environments. In the print media; magazines, newspapers, posters and corporate identity in visual media; It also covers art and design fields such as graphics, animation, visual impact, web design, multimedia design. Communication and Design enhances creative thinking while improving aesthetic perception. In addition, students are given theoretical information about mass media and practical skills in the context of visual design in the department, which attaches importance to sector-university cooperation with well-equipped infrastructure. The program is designed to train visual communicators who can transform them into effective visual messages using visual language.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
Employment Opportunities of Graduates and Transition to Upper Level Our graduates have the opportunity to work in all sectors. Students who have successfully completed the program can apply for master's and doctoral degrees in the field of Communication design or other disciplines that accept students from this field.
Access to Further Studies
Those who successfully complete the undergraduate program of this department can do a master's degree and / or doctorate in the same department, as well as apply to graduate programs in some other fields. Candidates who have completed their undergraduate education can study in postgraduate programs provided that they get a valid grade from the ALES exam, have sufficient English language knowledge and pass the science exam.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Assessment, Evaluation and Scoring of Students Issues related to this subject are explained in the course introduction and application form of the course.
Graduation Requirements
Graduation Requirements There is no special final exam or a final exam period that must be done at the end of the academic year or following the completion of the program in order to get a degree / complete the program. However, there are midterm exams within each semester and final exams for two weeks after the end of the semester. In addition, the student is required to prepare a Graduation Thesis at the end of a project study and to make an oral thesis presentation for this work or to complete his / her documents (in the 7th or 8th semester) by working at the institution approved by the university within the scope of Professional Practices at Work course.
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Tam Zamanlı
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Program Director: Prof. Dr. Huseyin CELIK ECTS / DS Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Huseyin CELIK ADDRESS: Nişantaşı University Faculty of Art and Design Maslak Mahallesi, Taşyoncı Sokak, No: 1V and No: 1Y Sarıyer-İSTANBUL - Building Code: 34481742 e-mail: huseyin.celik@nisantasi.edu.tr Tel: 0090 212 2101010 2023
Facilities
Classroom Capacities There are 260 (two hundred and sixty) classrooms and amphitheaters that may be used by the students of Nisantası University. The total size of these areas is 27588.74 m2 and the total seating capacity is 17.340 people. There are 9 (nine) Architectural Drawing Studios made available to the students of the Faculty of Architecture who have education in the faculty of Engineering and Architecture of the Nisantası University. The total size of these areas is 1173 m2 and the total seating capacity is 469 people. There are 11 (eleven) Computer Laboratories in the Nisantası University. The total size of these areas is 1118.88 m2 and the total seating capacity is 320 people. There are 68 (sixtyeight) Engineering Laboratories in the Nisantası University. The total size of these areas is 9365.93 m2 and the total seating capacity is 1873 people.
Programme outcomes
- Defines concepts based on advanced theoretical and / or applied knowledge in the field of communication.
- Recognize the basic principles and elements of advanced design required by Communication and Design.
- Defines the concepts related to art culture and aesthetics.
- Apply it to design processes by integrating theory and practice.
- Applies methods and techniques related to the field of visual art.
- Selects the tools to be used in modern technology within the scope of visual design applications.
- During the design process, it arranges the packaging and page design with graphic rules in line with the frame dynamics with traditional and computer techniques.
- Designs two and three dimensional models in computer environment.
- Takes risk and responsibility in the realization of knowledge, ideas, applications or technologies that bring innovation in its field.
- Critically evaluates the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field.
- Evaluates the interaction of the relevant art field with sub-disciplines.
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 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 · 9 · 10 · 11
SKILLS
- 1
Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 - 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 outcomes4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 · 9 · 10 · 11
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
- 1
Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 - 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 outcomes6 · 7 · 8 - 3
Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project
Programme outcomes4 · 5 · 9 · 10 · 11
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
- 1
Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach
Programme outcomes1 · 8 - 2
Determine learning needs and direct the learning
Programme outcomes6 - 3
Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning
Programme outcomes2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 7 · 9 · 10 · 11
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 outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 7 - 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 outcomes4 · 5 · 6 · 8 - 3
Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility
Programme outcomes— - 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 outcomes11 - 5
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge
Programme outcomes9 · 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 outcomes1 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 · 10 - 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 outcomes2 · 3 · 9 · 11