General Information

Astronomy and Space Sciences program; A training course in order to train modern astronomers who are equipped with knowledge and skills in the field of Astronomy and Space Sciences, who follow the innovations in the field of science and technology, who have embraced the ethical values and contemporary scientific thought, who are aware of the realities of life and have adopted the importance of lifelong learning. conducts the plan.

Length of Programme & Number of Credits

2 Year - 120 ECTS

Feature & Definition

As one of the basic sciences, astronomy and space sciences, it is a branch of science that investigates the structure, evolution, movement and interactions of bodies. First of all, the Astronomy and Space Sciences Education Program aims to provide qualified education and training to educate scholars in order to conduct research and research. During the first four semesters, the program consists of eight semesters in total. Advanced astronomy and astrophysics courses are in the last four semesters of the program. The program includes theoretical and practical courses.

Mode of Study

Full Time

Head of Department

Prof. Dr. AYSUN AKYÜZ

ECTS / Course Catalog Coordinator

Doç. Dr. BEKİR YİĞİT YILDIZ

Erasmus Coordinator

Prof. Dr. NAZIM AKSAKER

Internship Coordinator

Prof. Dr. NAZIM AKSAKER

Orientation Staff

Doç. Dr. BEKİR YİĞİT YILDIZ

Goals

Objective: To develop self-confident individuals with unique, creative ideas in the field of Astronomy and Space Sciences and to develop interdisciplinary studies. Targets: 1. Absolute cohesion to scientific criteria 2. Universality 3. Transparency, rigor 4. Focusing on solutions with original thinking 5. Sharing 6. Encouraging cooperation.

Objectives

The aim of the Master of Science (MSc) in Astronomy and Astrophysics is to enable the student to gain the ability to gain access to information and to evaluate information by conducting scientific research.

Specific Admission Requirements

Bachelor's degree.

Qualification Awarded

Upon successful completion of the program, the students are awarded a Master's degree in Astronomy and Astrophysics with the title of "Astronomer and Astrophysicist".

Level of Qualification

Master's

Qualification Requirements of Graduation

Access to Further Studies

Students who successfully complete the MSc degree in this program can study in their respective fields or in related fields of doctorate programs, provided that they obtain valid grades from ALES and have sufficient knowledge of English.

Internship

There is no internship.

Applied Course

Bu programda uygulamalı ders bulunmamaktadır.

Work Placement

There is no work-based learning.

Double Major, Additional Major & Exchange Possibilities

There are no Double Major / Minor / Joint Program Facilities.

Employment Opportunities

Students who have completed their master's degree in Astronomy and Astrophysics can apply to doctorate programs in the same or similar fields. On the other hand, students, projects and other official institutions or private sector research centers (TÜBİTAK National Observatory, Eastern Anatolia Observatory, Other Universities Observatories, Private Schools and Colleges, ASELSAN, TAI, ROKETSAN, TÜBİTAK, TÜBİTAK UZAY, HAVELSAN, TUSAŞ, Security, Military, Religious, Civil Aviation, Meteorology) astronomer, expert researcher, expert, can act as expert or night observer.