Undergraduate
The Department of Chemistry was established in 1975 as part of the Department of Chemical Engineering. In 1982, the Department of Chemistry was formally separated due to the implementation of the YÖK law. It continued as a distinct entity within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the university. However, following the Council of Ministers Decision No. 2010/175, published in the Official Gazette on March 11, 2010 (issue number 27518), the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Fırat University was dissolved. Subsequently, the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences were established. The integration of the departments within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences into the newly formed Faculty of Science was approved during the Higher Education Executive Board meeting on April 7, 2010, in accordance with Article 7/d-2 of Law No. 2547, amended by Law No. 2880.
Currently, the Faculty of Science comprises six departments: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Molecular Biology and Genetic and Statistics. The Department of Chemistry includes the following divisions:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
The department offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in Turkish language.
The Department of Chemistry aims to become a leading educational and research institution recognized nationally and internationally. It seeks to achieve excellence in science and technology, train successful individuals who represent their society and institution with confidence, and earn respect among global peers.
The mission of the Department of Chemistry is to train skilled researchers and professionals to meet the needs of chemistry-related industries. The department is committed to advancing chemical science and enhancing collaboration with other disciplines to address challenges faced by national and regional industries through research, projects, publications, and other scientific activities.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry
- Undergraduate
Students transferring from other formal education institutions at the undergraduate or postgraduate level may be exempt from overlapping courses, provided the content of previously completed courses aligns with the current program.
Graduates of the Chemistry Bachelor’s program are conferred the title of 'Chemist.' The department provides education beyond laboratory studies, enabling graduates to:
- Work as teachers in the Ministry of National Education and private institutions.
- Pursue academic careers by completing master’s and doctoral programs in Chemistry and related fields (e.g., Pharmacy, Medicine, Food Engineering).
- Secure positions in various ministries, including Agriculture, Environment and Urbanization, Health, and Forestry, as well as in hospitals, private companies, and public institutions.
- Contribute to industries such as plastics, pharmaceuticals, paints, petrochemicals, metals, textiles, ceramics, cement, leather, detergents, soaps, food, cosmetics, glass, environmental analysis laboratories, and biochemistry laboratories. Opportunities in R&D sectors of industrial production are particularly notable.
- Turkish students: High school diploma and University Entrance Exam score conducted by the Higher Education Institution.
- International students: High school diploma and Foreign Student Exam score.
To graduate, students must complete at least 240 ECTS credits over eight semesters and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 out of 4.00.
1. Acquire comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge in Chemistry and apply it in related research fields.
2. Identify and analyze problems in Chemistry, collect data, develop hypotheses, and employ analytical thinking and experimental methods to devise solutions.
3. Design experiments, utilize modern technical equipment, and analyze data to address research problems effectively.
4. Foster development in social, cultural, and artistic domains alongside professional growth.
5. Proficiently use computer software and information technologies pertinent to Chemistry.
6. Collect, analyze, evaluate, and interpret data using theoretical and practical knowledge.
7. Conduct independent research and collaborate effectively in team-based projects.
8. Access and utilize Turkish and international scientific resources, communicate findings effectively through various media, and maintain lifelong learning skills.
9. Demonstrate awareness of professional ethics, social responsibility, and the broader impacts of chemical research on society.
10. Address contemporary issues related to the environment, health, and occupational safety with a commitment to social justice and universal rights.
Graduates are eligible to pursue master’s and doctoral programs in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Biochemistry.
|
Grade |
GPA Equivalent |
|
AA |
4.0 |
|
BA |
3.5 |
|
BB |
3.0 |
|
CB |
2.5 |
|
CC |
2.0 |
|
DC |
1.5 |
|
DD |
1.0 |
|
FF |
0.0 |
Students must complete all courses within eight semesters and achieve a minimum GPA of 2.00 out of 4.00 to receive a Bachelor’s degree.
- Full-time, face-to-face instruction
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