Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University Course Catalogue

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INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES / İSLAM TARİHİ VE SANATLARI(TEZLİ YÜKSEK LİSANS)

History

The program typically lasts two years, offering both thesis and non-thesis options. In the thesis program, students conduct in-depth research on a chosen topic and write a thesis. In the non-thesis program, students take more courses to further develop their expertise.


Qualification Awarded

Graduates of this program can pursue academic careers, working as lecturers or researchers at universities. They can also work as experts in museums, archives, libraries, and cultural institutions. Individuals specialized in Islamic history and arts can play vital roles in preserving and promoting cultural heritage.

Level of Qualification

The Master's Program in Islamic History and Arts aims to provide students with the ability to deeply understand and analyze the historical and artistic aspects of Islamic civilization. The program seeks to offer comprehensive knowledge about significant periods, events, and personalities of Islamic history and introduce various branches of Islamic arts.

Specific Admission Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and demonstrate a certain level of academic achievement. Additionally, proficiency in a foreign language and the ability to conduct scientific research are among the evaluation criteria.

Specific Arrangement For Recognition of Prior Learning

The Master's Program in Islamic History and Arts provides for the evaluation and recognition of students' prior academic and professional experiences. This process allows students to integrate their previous learning experiences with the program's requirements.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in a related field. A certain level of academic achievement (e.g., a minimum grade point average) is required. Proficiency in a foreign language (typically English) is also required. This can be documented through language exam results or language courses.

Profile of The Programme

The Master's Program in Islamic History and Arts is designed to enable students to deeply understand and analyze Islamic history and arts. The program aims to comprehensively study various periods, events, personalities, and art forms of Islamic civilization. Students will gain knowledge of historical and artistic research methods and develop their academic writing skills.

Key Learning Outcomes of the Programme

PO-1 History and arts of Islam develops and deepens his/her knowledge in the same or a different field at the level of expertise based on undergraduate level qualifications in the field.
PO-2 History and arts of Islam understands the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field and conducts joint studies with different disciplines.
PO-3 Uses the resources in the History and arts of Islam field effectively based on undergraduate level qualifications.
PO-4 History and arts of Islam uses research methods and techniques applied in the field, has theoretical and practical knowledge.
PO-5 History and arts of Islam interpret, analyze and create new information by integrating the knowledge acquired in the field with information from different disciplinary fields.
PO-6 History and arts of Islam uses the knowledge at the level of expertise acquired in the field to raise the level of education, culture and art of the society.
PO-7 History and arts of Islam to be able to independently carry out a study that requires specialization in the field.
PO-8 History and arts of Islam develops new approaches to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in applications related to the field.
PO-9 History and arts of Islam to be able to lead in solving problems related to the field; to be able to organize personal, institutional and team work at the level of expertise.
PO-10 Examines and develops social relations and the norms that guide these relations from a critical perspective and takes action to change them when necessary.
PO-11 History and arts of Islam transfer the current developments and projects carried out in the field to the groups in and out of the field by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data through appropriate communication tools.
PO-12 To be able to communicate orally and in writing in a foreign language at the B2 level of the European Language Portfolio.
PO-13 History and arts of Islam uses advanced information and communication technologies together with computer software at the level required by the field.
PO-14 History and arts of Islam to be able to collect, interpret, apply and announce data related to his/her field of study, to supervise and explain these values by considering scientific, cultural, artistic, social and ethical values.
PO-15 Behaves and participates in quality management and processes.
PO-16 History and arts of Islam understands the information related to the field at the level of expertise and transfers it to the second persons in accordance with the norms

NQF-HETR Program Outcomes Matrices
TYYC PÇ-1 PÇ-2 PÇ-3 PÇ-4 PÇ-5 PÇ-6 PÇ-7 PÇ-8 PÇ-9 PÇ-10 PÇ-11 PÇ-12 PÇ-13 PÇ-14 PÇ-15 PÇ-16
1- Develop and deepen knowledge in the same or in a different field to the proficiency level based on Bachelor level qualifications. X X X X X X
2- Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with. X X
1- Use of theoretical and practical knowledge within the field at a proficiency level. X X X X X X X
2- Interpret the knowledge about the field by integrating the information gathered from different disciplines and formulate new knowledge. X X X X X X X
3- Solve the problem faced related to the field by using research methods. X X X X X X X
1- Independently conduct studies that require proficiency in the field. X X X X X X X X
2-Take responsibility and develop new strategic solutions as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the applications in the field. X X X X X X X
3- Demonstrate leadership in contexts that require solving problems related to the field. X X X X X X
1- Evaluate knowledge and skills acquired at proficiency level in the field with a critical approach and direct the learning. X X X X X
1- Communicate current developments and studies within the field to both professional and non-professional groups systematically using written, oral and visual techniques by supporting with quantitative and qualitative data. X X X X
2- Investigate, improve social connections and their conducting norms with a critical view and act to change them when necessary. X X X X X
3- Communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B2 General Level. X
4- Use advanced informatics and communication technology skills with software knowledge required by the field. X
1- Audit the data gathering, interpretation, implementation and announcement stages by taking into consideration the cultural, scientific, and ethic values and teach these values. X X X X X
2- Develop strategy, policy and implementation plans on the issues related to the field and assess the findings within the frame of quality processes. X X X X
3- Use the knowledge, problem solving and/or implementation skills in interdisciplinary studies. X X X X X
Basic Area Competencies-Program Outcomes Matrix (Academic Weighted)
Açıklama PÇ-1 PÇ-2 PÇ-3 PÇ-4 PÇ-5 PÇ-6 PÇ-7 PÇ-8 PÇ-9 PÇ-10 PÇ-11 PÇ-12 PÇ-13 PÇ-14 PÇ-15 PÇ-16
In the field of humanities, it develops and deepens their knowledge in the same or different area in a different area based on the license level competences. X X X X X X
Understands the interdisciplinary interaction of the field of humanities associated and conduct joint studies with different disciplines. X X X
In the field of Bachelor of Science, it effectively uses the resources in the relevant field based on the license level competences. X X X X X X X
It uses the research methods and techniques applied in the fields of humanities, has theoretical and practical information. X X X
It uses theoretical and practical information in the field of humanities in the field of expertise. X X X X X X X X X
Integrates the information in the field of humanities, interpreting, solutions and new information by integrating information from different disciplinary areas. X X X X X X
Solutions using the most appropriate research methods and techniques in the field of humanities. X X X
The level of expertise acquired in the field of humanities use the society in the direction of increasing education, culture and art level. X X X X
Executes a study that requires expertise in the field of humanities independently. X X X X X
Develops new approaches to the solution of humanities in the field of humanities and the solution of unpredictable complex problems. X X X X
The studies carried out in the fields of education, culture and arts are individually independently and / or produces responsibility in team work. X X
Leaders in environments that require analyzing problems with the field of humanities; organizes personal, institutional and team work at expertise level. X X X X X X
The level of knowledge and practical expertise acquired in the field of humanities, evaluate the knowledge and skills with a critical approach. X X
Directs the learning of the person and groups under the responsibility. X X X X X
The social relationships and the norms that guide these relationships from a critical perspective, develops, and moves to change when necessary. X
The current developments in the field of humanities and the projects carried out with the quantitative and qualitative data and transmits the groups in accordance with the groups other than the field. X X X
Develops culture and art sensitivity in society using their knowledge and skills in the field of humanities in the field of humanities. X X X
A foreign language communicates oral and written communication using the European Language Portfolio B2 over the general level. X
It uses information and communication technologies with the computer software required at the level required by the humanities field. X
Balls the data related to the field of Humanities, the comments, applies and announce the stages, inspects scientific, cultural, artistic, social and ethical values ​​and explain these values. X X
Specifies the strategy in the field of humanities, develop policy, plan the implementation stages and evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. X X X
It uses the knowledge of expertise and problem solving and implementation skills in the field of humanities in the interdisciplinary studies. X X X X X





Turkey Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYC, Level 7,) ) Basic Field Competencies (Academic Weighted) PROGRAM ÇIKTILARI TYYÇ
PÇ-1 PÇ-2 PÇ-3 PÇ-4 PÇ-5 PÇ-6 PÇ-7 PÇ-8 PÇ-9 PÇ-10 PÇ-11 PÇ-12 PÇ-13 PÇ-14 PÇ-15 PÇ-16
KNOWLEDGE Theoretical-Conceptual In the field of humanities, it develops and deepens their knowledge in the same or different area in a different area based on the license level competences. 1 x x x x x x x x x x x x 1- Develop and deepen knowledge in the same or in a different field to the proficiency level based on Bachelor level qualifications. Theoretical-Conceptual KNOWLEDGE
KNOWLEDGE Theoretical-Conceptual Understands the interdisciplinary interaction of the field of humanities associated and conduct joint studies with different disciplines. 2 x x x x x 2- Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with. Theoretical-Conceptual KNOWLEDGE
KNOWLEDGE Theoretical-Conceptual In the field of Bachelor of Science, it effectively uses the resources in the relevant field based on the license level competences. 3 x x x x x x x Theoretical-Conceptual KNOWLEDGE
KNOWLEDGE Theoretical-Conceptual It uses the research methods and techniques applied in the fields of humanities, has theoretical and practical information. 4 x x x Theoretical-Conceptual KNOWLEDGE
SKILLS Cognitive-Practical It uses theoretical and practical information in the field of humanities in the field of expertise. 1 x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x 1- Use of theoretical and practical knowledge within the field at a proficiency level. Cognitive-Practical SKILLS
SKILLS Cognitive-Practical Integrates the information in the field of humanities, interpreting, solutions and new information by integrating information from different disciplinary areas. 2 x x x x x x x x x x x x x 2- Interpret the knowledge about the field by integrating the information gathered from different disciplines and formulate new knowledge. Cognitive-Practical SKILLS
SKILLS Cognitive-Practical Solutions using the most appropriate research methods and techniques in the field of humanities. 3 x x x x x x x x x x 3- Solve the problem faced related to the field by using research methods. Cognitive-Practical SKILLS
SKILLS Cognitive-Practical The level of expertise acquired in the field of humanities use the society in the direction of increasing education, culture and art level. 4 x x x x Cognitive-Practical SKILLS
COMPETENCES Balls the data related to the field of Humanities, the comments, applies and announce the stages, inspects scientific, cultural, artistic, social and ethical values ​​and explain these values. 1 x x x x x x x 1- Audit the data gathering, interpretation, implementation and announcement stages by taking into consideration the cultural, scientific, and ethic values and teach these values. Field Specific Competence COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES Specifies the strategy in the field of humanities, develop policy, plan the implementation stages and evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. 2 x x x x x x x 2- Develop strategy, policy and implementation plans on the issues related to the field and assess the findings within the frame of quality processes. Field Specific Competence COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES It uses the knowledge of expertise and problem solving and implementation skills in the field of humanities in the interdisciplinary studies. 3 x x x x x x x x x x 3- Use the knowledge, problem solving and/or implementation skills in interdisciplinary studies. Field Specific Competence COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES Executes a study that requires expertise in the field of humanities independently. 1 x x x x x x x x x x x x x 1- Independently conduct studies that require proficiency in the field. Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES Develops new approaches to the solution of humanities in the field of humanities and the solution of unpredictable complex problems. 2 x x x x x x x x x x x 2-Take responsibility and develop new strategic solutions as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the applications in the field. Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES The studies carried out in the fields of education, culture and arts are individually independently and / or produces responsibility in team work. 3 x x x x x x x x 3- Demonstrate leadership in contexts that require solving problems related to the field. Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES Leaders in environments that require analyzing problems with the field of humanities; organizes personal, institutional and team work at expertise level. 4 x x x x x x Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES The level of knowledge and practical expertise acquired in the field of humanities, evaluate the knowledge and skills with a critical approach. 1 x x x x x x x 1- Evaluate knowledge and skills acquired at proficiency level in the field with a critical approach and direct the learning. Learning Competence COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES Directs the learning of the person and groups under the responsibility. 2 x x x x x Learning Competence COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES The social relationships and the norms that guide these relationships from a critical perspective, develops, and moves to change when necessary. 1 x x x x x 1- Communicate current developments and studies within the field to both professional and non-professional groups systematically using written, oral and visual techniques by supporting with quantitative and qualitative data. Communication and Social Competence COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES The current developments in the field of humanities and the projects carried out with the quantitative and qualitative data and transmits the groups in accordance with the groups other than the field. 2 x x x x x x x x 2- Investigate, improve social connections and their conducting norms with a critical view and act to change them when necessary. Communication and Social Competence COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES Develops culture and art sensitivity in society using their knowledge and skills in the field of humanities in the field of humanities. 3 x x x x 3- Communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B2 General Level. Communication and Social Competence COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES A foreign language communicates oral and written communication using the European Language Portfolio B2 over the general level. 4 x x 4- Use advanced informatics and communication technology skills with software knowledge required by the field. Communication and Social Competence COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES It uses information and communication technologies with the computer software required at the level required by the humanities field. 5 x Communication and Social Competence COMPETENCES

Occupational Profiles of Graduates with Examples

They can work as lecturers or researchers at universities. They can serve as experts in museums, archives, libraries, and cultural heritage preservation organizations. They can also work as editors or consultants in academic publishing and media organizations.

Access to Further Studies

Students who successfully complete the master's program are eligible to apply for doctoral programs. Doctoral programs offer the opportunity to conduct advanced research and develop academic expertise.

Course Structure Diagram with Credits

1. Semester Course Plan

Course Code Course Title Theoretical Practice Year Semester of Study Type of Course ECTS
İTS517 PROPHETİC BİOGRAPHY 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 5 Fall Semester Optional 7
İTS519 HISTORY OF ISLAMIC CIVILIZATION 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 5 Fall Semester Optional 7
İTS521 OTTOMAN TURKISH I 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 5 Fall Semester Optional 8
İTS537 TURKISH ISLAMIC ARTS 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 5 Fall Semester Optional 8
Total:
 30

2. Semester Course Plan

Course Code Course Title Theoretical Practice Year Semester of Study Type of Course ECTS
İTS522 ISLAMIC HISTORY II 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 5 Spring Semester Optional 10
İTS524 OTTOMAN TURKISH II 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 5 Spring Semester Optional 10
İTS526 TURKISH ISLAMIC LITERATURE 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 5 Spring Semester Optional 10
Total:
 30

1. Semester Course Plan

Course Code Course Title Theoretical Practice Year Semester of Study Type of Course ECTS
İTS525 SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH METHODS 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Compulsory 6
İTS Elective Course Pool 1 - Hour(s) - Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 24
Total:
 30

2. Semester Course Plan

Course Code Course Title Theoretical Practice Year Semester of Study Type of Course ECTS
İTS528 DEPARTMENT SEMINAR 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Compulsory 6
İTS Elective Course Pool 2 - Hour(s) - Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 24
Total:
 30

3. Semester Course Plan

Course Code Course Title Theoretical Practice Year Semester of Study Type of Course ECTS
İTS527 THESIS STUDIES 0 Hour(s) 1 Hour(s) 2 Fall Semester Compulsory 6
İTS829 SPECIALIZATION FIELD COURSE 4 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 2 Fall Semester Compulsory 6
Total:
 12

4. Semester Course Plan

Course Code Course Title Theoretical Practice Year Semester of Study Type of Course ECTS
İTS530 THESIS STUDIES 0 Hour(s) 1 Hour(s) 2 Spring Semester Compulsory 6
İTS532 SPECIALIZATION FIELD COURSE 4 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 2 Spring Semester Compulsory 6
Total:
 12

Elective Course Pool 1

Course Code Course Title Theoretical Practice Year Semester of Study Type of Course ECTS
İTS539 EARLY ISLAMIC ART I 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 6
İTS501 EARLY ISLAMIC HISTORY 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 6
İTS513 HISTORY OF ISLAMIC INSTITUTIONS I 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 6
İTS505 ISLAMIC HISTORY I 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 6
İTS509 PALEOGRAPHY 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 6
İTS511 SELJUK ART I 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 6
İTS523 HISTORY OF TURKISH ISLAMIC LITERATURE 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 6
İTS513 TEXTS IN TURKISH ISLAMIC LITERATURE 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 6
İTS515 TURKISH-ISLAMIC HISTORY I 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Fall Semester Optional 6

Elective Course Pool 2

Course Code Course Title Theoretical Practice Year Semester of Study Type of Course ECTS
İTS520 EARLY ISLAMIC ART II 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 6
İTS518 HISTORY OF ISLAMIC INSTITUTIONS II 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 6
İTS506 HISTORY OF ISLAMIC CIVILIZATION 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 6
İTS508 ISLAMIC HISTORY II 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 6
İTS510 MASNAVI 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 6
İTS512 OTTOMAN ART II 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 6
İTS514 PALEOGRAPHY 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 6
İTS516 SOURCES OF TURKISH ISLAMIC LITERATURE 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 6
İTS504 TURKISH-ISLAMIC HISTORY II 3 Hour(s) 0 Hour(s) 1 Spring Semester Optional 6

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

Students will be assessed through various measurement and evaluation methods in courses and projects. These methods may include: Written Exams: To measure theoretical knowledge. Projects and Assignments: To encourage research skills and creative thinking. Oral Presentations: To evaluate communication and presentation skills. Thesis: To present an in-depth research study and its results.

Graduation Requirements

Completion of Credits: Successful completion of the total credit amount specified in the program. Thesis Defense: Thesis program students must successfully defend their theses. GPA: Achieving a minimum grade point average (typically 3.00/4.00).

Mode of Study

The Master's Program in Islamic History and Arts offers various courses, seminars, and research projects that enable students to develop a deep understanding of Islamic civilization. The program includes both theoretical and practical studies, providing students with a comprehensive academic experience.

Facilities

Library: Library facilities offering a vast collection and easy access to research materials. Research Centers: Research centers and institutes focused on Islamic history and arts. Workshops and Laboratories: Equipment and spaces necessary for the study and creation of art pieces. Conferences and Seminars: Events organized to support students' academic and professional development.

Programme Director or Equivalent

Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University, Faculty of Theology Central/Nevşehir