Department of Philosophy and Religious Sciences

Undergraduate programme training specialists in philosophy and religious sciences.

FacultyFaculty of Theology
Duration4 Years
DegreeBachelor's Degree
LanguageTurkish
InternshipOptional
Programme TypeFull-Time

Who Is It For?

This program is suitable for students interested in philosophical inquiry, who wish to understand the relationship between religion and society, and who want to develop their critical thinking skills. An aptitude for reading and research supports success in this program.

Quick Summary

  • Education focused on philosophy of religion and Islamic philosophy
  • Logic, ethics, and critical thinking skills
  • Opportunity for specialization in sociology of religion and psychology of religion
  • Career opportunities in academia and the education sector
  • Suitable for candidates interested in philosophical inquiry

About the Department

Philosophy and Religious Sciences is an academic field encompassing disciplines such as philosophy of religion, Islamic philosophy, logic, sociology of religion, psychology of religion, and history of religions. Students acquire the ability to analyze religious thought through philosophical methods and evaluate it in its societal and individual dimensions.

The program offers a comprehensive curriculum that examines the various dimensions of the phenomenon of religion, building upon the philosophical tradition of thought. Graduates are equipped with critical and analytical thinking competence and the ability to analyze the relationship between religion and society.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can work in educational institutions, public organizations, non-governmental organizations, research centers, and academia.

What Will You Learn?

Philosophy of religion and theological debates
Islamic philosophy and intellectual history
Logic and reasoning methods
Moral philosophy and ethical theories
Sociology of religion and social dynamics
Psychology of religion and individual religiosity
History of religions and comparative religious studies
Kalam and systematic theology
Philosophical text reading and analysis techniques

Competencies You Will Gain

Critical and analytical thinking
Philosophical text analysis and interpretation
Academic research and writing
Comparative evaluation skills
Oral and written communication skills
Interdisciplinary work competence
Ethical reasoning and value analysis
Ability to analyze social phenomena

Educational Opportunities

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Seminars and workshops

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Academic research projects

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Erasmus exchange program

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Double major option

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Minor option

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Conference and symposium participation

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Student organizations

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Library and archive access

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Field research practices

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