Vocational School
Radio and Television Programming
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
Radio and Television Programming Program was established in 2012 and continues its activities within the Vocational School. The program accepted its first students in 2012-2013 academic year and gave its first graduates in 2014.
Qualification Awarded
Degree: Radio and Television Programming Associate Degree Title: Radio and Television Technician
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
Associate's Degree (EQF-LLL 5th Level)
Specific Admission Requirements
Turkish Citizens: Students are admitted to the program by central placement according to TYT score type. Students who are placed in the program by OSYM are required to complete their financial obligations and register on the announced registration dates. Foreign Nationals: Foreign students are accepted in accordance with the criteria determined by the University Senate. Please review the relevant web page. VerticalTransfer: A student who has started his/her education in an equivalent program in Turkey or abroad can apply for transfer. The acceptance of the student is examined and evaluated individually before the start of the semester, taking into account the conditions of each student and the degree applied for. Please review the relevant legislation. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education Transfer Directive Regulation on the Principles of Transferring Between Associate and Undergraduate Programs in Higher Education Institutions, Double Major, Minor and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
Students' previous education and achievements can be recognized in accordance with the "Istanbul Nişantaşı University Directive on Recognition of Previously Acquired Qualifications, Course Equivalency and Adjustment Principles" and exemption from the necessary courses can be provided accordingly. Link to reach the directive:
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Qualification Requirements and Rules are as described in the "Graduation Requirements" section.
Profile of The Programme
Vision: To train programmers who are educated at national and international standards, creative, innovative and have ethical values in the field of Radio and Television Programming; to produce graduates who can adapt to the changing media environment, meet the needs of the sector and play a leading role in the field. Mission To provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in the field of Radio and Television Programming; to teach different types and techniques of programming; to instill the principles of ethical and responsible broadcasting; to bring students together with the leading names of the sector and to ensure that graduates are ready for business life. Aim/Goals: To provide students with the basic concepts, theories and models of Radio and Television Programming. To recognize and apply different program types and formats. To learn the technical and aesthetic aspects of program production. To comprehend the principles of ethical and responsible broadcasting. To gain the ability to produce creative and innovative programs. To train graduates who are equipped to meet the needs of the sector. General Information: Radio and Television Programming is a field that involves planning, producing and presenting programs that appeal to audiences through audiovisual media. In this program, students learn the different types and techniques of radio and television programming, comprehend the principles of ethical and responsible broadcasting and become equipped to meet the needs of the sector.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
Students who graduate from this program can find a job in the broadcasting industry with versatile skills. Graduate students can be cameramen, directors, programmers, copywriters, screenwriters, producers, presenters and journalists. Graduated students have the competence to easily carry out technical tasks on radio and television. Graduates can also work in the media industry, internet journalism and film production companies.
Access to Further Studies
Graduates of the program can take the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS) organized by ÖSYM every year to the related 4-year (undergraduate) departments. You can find the list of related undergraduate departments that can be transferred vertically from ÖSYM DGS Guide.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Students who register for the relevant course at the beginning of the semester must have attended at least 70% of the theoretical courses and at least 80% of the applied courses in order to take the final exam. Students are subjected to midterm and final exams for each course. The contribution of the midterm exam (scores obtained from measurement tools such as homework, laboratory exams, quizzes, etc. can also be evaluated as midterm grades) to the success grade is 40% and the contribution of the final exam is 60%. You can click on the course name in the Curriculum (below) for the assessment and evaluation criteria of each course. You can review the relevant regulations and directives. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations Examination and Success Evaluation System Directive Nişantaşı University Department of Foreign Languages Education and Examination Directive Nişantaşı University Turkish Language Teaching Application and Research Center (Nişantaşı Tömer) Education and Examination Directive
Graduation Requirements
In order to be eligible for graduation, students must have successfully completed all of the courses in the curriculum (totaling at least 120 ECTS credits) and have a GPA of at least 2.00 out of 4.00 at the graduation stage. For graduation, the student must also have successfully completed the internship or graduation project (see Curriculum below). You can review the relevant regulations and directives. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations Nişantaşı University Directive on Diploma, Diploma Supplement and Other Documents
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Tam Zamanlı
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Chair of Radio and Television Programming: Metin Yasan Email: metin.yasan@nisantasi.edu.tr Telephone: +90(212)2101010 Address: Neotech Campus, Maslak Mah., Taşyoncası Sok. No: 1V and No: 1Y, 34398 Sarıyer/Istanbul
Facilities
Radio and Television Programming program; It is designed to train the basic element demanded by the mass communication sector. In the process of developing the curriculum, the support of sector representatives has been received to a large extent by adhering to the legislation. In this direction, by focusing on applied education, we tried to prepare the infrastructure for the easy and good employment of our graduates. In the program developed for this purpose, there are facilities consisting of a television studio, 2 photo studios, 1 editing unit, computer laboratories equipped with software for editing and graphics and animation, cameras, tripods, microphones, light sources, sound equipment and cameras.
Programme outcomes
- Graduated students understand the theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level by using current knowledge in their field and can transition to an advanced level of education in the same field.
- To be able to transfer basic knowledge and applications related to the field in written and oral communication and to be able to carry out a basic level study independently.
- Solve the problems encountered in applications related to the field as a team member, take responsibility and communicate their thoughts to non-specialists.
- Identifies problems related to Radio and Television Programming and develops solutions by using information and communication technology tools.
- Gathers news, writes, conducts interviews; develops radio and television programmes and prepares texts and scenarios by using editing techniques and technological tools effectively.
- Graduates develop a lifelong learning awareness and can carry their education to an advanced level in the same field.
- Recognises the legal legislation related to the profession and acts in accordance with professional ethical rules.
- They can take part in different types of productions to be carried out in TV organisations, production companies and advertising agencies.
- Analyzes the historical and technological development process of the art of cinema and evaluates the effects of this process on today's media content.
- Analyses different types of productions and evaluates them from a critical point of view.
- Understands the basic principles of the image and makes applications with the tools and equipment used based on this knowledge.
- Develops the capacity of visual creation by editing and editing different types of productions; shows activity in the fields of advertising campaigns and graphic design.
- To be able to use a foreign language effectively and to be able to communicate orally and in writing in this language.
- Learn about the principles and reforms of Atatürk.
- Makes official correspondence using the Turkish language correctly.
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 theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resource on basic level based on qualifications gained at secondary education level.
Programme outcomes1 · 4 · 9 · 10 · 11 · 13 · 14 · 15
SKILLS
- 1
Gain the skills to use basic level theoretical and practical knowledge acquired within the field in the same field of a higher education level or in a field of same level.
Programme outcomes1 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 8 · 11 · 12 - 2
Interpret and evaluate data, define problems, do analysis, produce solutions based on proof with using basic level knowledge and practices gained within the field.
Programme outcomes1 · 3 · 5 · 8 · 11 · 12
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
- 1
Conduct studies at basic level within the field independently.
Programme outcomes2 · 5 · 12 - 2
Take responsibility as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced in the implementations within the field.
Programme outcomes3 · 4 · 8 · 12 - 3
Conduct activities towards the development of subordinates within a project.
Programme outcomes3 · 8 · 12
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
- 1
Evaluate the acquired knowledge and skills at basic level within the field with a critical approach, determine and respond to learning needs..
Programme outcomes3 · 9 · 10 - 2
Direct the education received to a higher education level in the same field or to an occupation in the same level.
Programme outcomes3 · 5 · 6 - 3
Gain awareness of lifelong learning.
Programme outcomes6 · 7
COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
- 1
Transfer the ideas based on the basic knowledge and skills acquired within the field through written and oral communication.
Programme outcomes2 · 10 · 13 · 15 - 2
Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems about issues within the field with professionals and non-professionals.
Programme outcomes3 · 4 - 3
Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.
Programme outcomes2 · 3 · 13 - 4
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Basic Level software knowledge.
Programme outcomes5 · 8 · 12
COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
- 1
Possess social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field.
Programme outcomes5 · 7 - 2
Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, workers health and security.
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 7