Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Architecture program at Near East University is a 5-year, 240 ECTS credit program that develops critical thinking, sustainable design, project management, and architectural knowledge. The program includes elective courses allowing for specialization, compulsory internships, and a focus on the architect's role in construction and professional ethics. Graduates can work in architectural offices, design studios, or independently, with further study options available in graduate programs.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The program awards a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (BSc Arch). It's a First Cycle (Bachelor’s Degree) program, a full-time program requiring 240 ECTS credits across 53 courses. The program aims to develop students' critical thinking, sustainable design capabilities, project management skills, technical knowledge of building systems and materials, urban and environmental design understanding, and awareness of the architect's role in the construction industry and professional ethics. Specific program outcomes include developing skills in critical thinking and expression, sustainable design, project program preparation and development, understanding structural systems and building materials, building physics and environmental systems, urban and environmental design, understanding the natural-built environment and human interaction, formal aesthetics in architecture, research and information retrieval, graphic communication, understanding the architect's role in construction, legal rights and responsibilities, documentation and preservation of historical environments, graphical representation with computer technology, and knowledge of world and local architecture.
Outline:
The undergraduate program in Architecture consists of 53 courses totaling 240 ECTS credits. The program is structured across four years, with at least five courses per semester. These include common compulsory courses (specified by the Higher Education Council of Turkey (YÖK) and the University Senate) and elective courses. Elective courses begin in the second semester and comprise 12 courses in total (23% of the program). 25% of electives are from other faculties, 33.3% from the Architecture faculty, and 41% are technical electives from the Architecture department. The course schedule is detailed in the provided "Ders Yapısı ve Krediler Tablosu" (Course Structure Diagram with Credits) section, listing courses by year and semester, including course codes, prerequisites, theory and application/laboratory hours, local credits, and ECTS credits. A Course & Program Outcomes Matrix shows which program outcomes each course contributes to. The matrix uses a numerical scale (1-5) to indicate the level of contribution. The full list of electives is extensive and includes courses from both the Architecture faculty and other faculties.
Assessment:
Students are graded using a letter grade system (AA-FF), with ECTS grade equivalents. The minimum CGPA for graduation is 2.00/4.00. The program director is identified as Prof. Dr. A. Zeynep Onur, Head of Department, Faculty of Architecture, Near East University.
Careers:
Graduates (architects) can work in public or private sectors, in architectural offices, design studios, or independently. They may become designers, specialists in marketing related products, or controllers in manufacturing firms. Further study options (graduate programs) are available, leading to careers as instructors or research assistants at universities.
Other:
The program includes compulsory internships of specified duration and quality for graduation. The university offers common courses such as Campus Orientation and Career Planning. International students have specific admission requirements, using international exams like SAT or ACT scores or high school diploma scores. Exchange and visiting student admissions follow specific agreements and requirements. The program includes a significant number of elective courses, allowing for specialization within the field of architecture. The university provides support for students with disabilities.
Overview
- Established: 1988
- Location: Northern Cyprus
- Mission: NEU is dedicated to providing quality higher education, promoting research and innovation, and fostering a multicultural learning environment.
Campus & Facilities
- Campus Features:Modern, well-equipped campus with advanced laboratories and research centers.
- Extensive libraries, multimedia centers, and sports complexes.
- Student Life:A vibrant campus life with diverse extracurricular activities and a strong international community.
Research and Innovation
- Research Focus:NEU emphasizes cutting-edge research across various disciplines.
- Houses specialized research centers that drive innovation and technological advancement.
International Profile
- Global Recognition:NEU is recognized for its academic excellence on an international scale.
- It attracts students and scholars from many countries, contributing to a diverse educational environment.
Entry Requirements:
For EU home students and Turkish students: Admission to this undergraduate Architecture program is through a university entrance examination called ÖSYS. The Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM) places students based on their ÖSYS score and stated program preferences. For international students outside the EU: Admission is based on either scores from international exams like the SAT or ACT, or on their high school diploma score. For exchange students: Admission is determined by bilateral agreements between Near East University (NEU) and the partner university. For visiting students: Enrollment is possible for courses offered in the program, pending confirmation from the relevant academic unit. Proof of English language proficiency is required as the program's medium of instruction is English.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
While specific scores for SAT, ACT, or high school diplomas aren't detailed, visiting students must demonstrate English language proficiency.
