Environmental Sustainability-Focused Postgraduate Programmes: Environmental Education
The programmes integrate scientific, educational, and societal perspectives to address environmental challenges and contribute to sustainable development through research, teaching, and community engagement.
Graduates are awarded formally recognised postgraduate degrees and are equipped to contribute to sustainability-oriented education, research, and policy development at national and international levels.
Programme Overview
Master’s Programme
- Programme Name: Environmental Education (Master’s Programme)
- Level: Postgraduate (Master’s Degree)
- Total Credits: 120 ECTS
- Language of Instruction: Turkish
- Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
- Degree Awarded: Master’s Degree
PhD Programme
- Programme Name: Environmental Education (PhD Programme)
- Level: Doctoral (PhD)
- Total Credits: 240 ECTS
- Language of Instruction: Turkish
- Degree Awarded: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Sustainability Focus
Both programmes specifically address environmental sustainability through:
- Sustainable development and environmental awareness
- Environmental policies and governance
- Climate-related and environmental challenges
- Interdisciplinary environmental problem-solving
- Community engagement and environmental responsibility
- Research and innovation in sustainability education
Key Courses and Research Areas
The programmes include courses and research topics related to environmental sustainability, such as:
- Environmental Education
- Sustainability and Sustainable Development
- Environmental Policies
- Environmental Awareness and Society
- Interdisciplinary Environmental Studies
- Research Methods in Environmental Education
Doctoral-level studies focus on:
- Advanced sustainability research
- Climate-related challenges and environmental transformation
- Academic publication and original contribution to the field
Research and Academic Development
Students are actively engaged in:
- Interdisciplinary research projects
- Scientific publications
- Conferences, seminars, and workshops
- Community-based sustainability initiatives
The programmes aim to develop researchers and professionals who can contribute to solving environmental problems and advancing sustainability practices.
Programme Leadership
- Head of Programme: Prof. Dr. Aşkın Kiraz
- Position: Head of Environmental Education Division
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for careers in:
- Environmental education and academia
- Sustainability and climate-related research
- Environmental policy and governance
- NGOs and international organisations
- Public and private sector sustainability initiatives
Commitment to Sustainability
These programmes support the University’s sustainability strategy and contribute to the development of environmentally responsible individuals and communities through education, research, and social impact.