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About Us

The Department of Chemistry was established in 1975 under the name of the Department of Chemical Engineering. In 1982, it was separated from Chemical Engineering by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) law and continued its existence within the university as the Department of Chemistry within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. However, pursuant to Council of Ministers Decree No. 2010/175, which was published in the Official Gazette No. 27518 dated March 11, 2010, the Faculty of Arts and Sciences within Fırat University was closed and replaced by the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. The possibility of incorporating the departments and major branches of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences into the newly established Faculty of Science was reviewed at the Higher Education Executive Board meeting on April 7, 2010, and approved by Article 7/d-2 of Law No. 2547, as amended by Law No. 2880. The Faculty of Science comprises five departments: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Biology, and Statistics.

The Department of Chemistry consists of five main branches:

• Analytical Chemistry

• Organic Chemistry

• Physical Chemistry

• Inorganic Chemistry

• Biochemistry

These departments offer undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in Turkish.

Our Vision

As the Department of Chemistry, we aim to achieve high levels of science and technology nationally and internationally, to cultivate successful and self-confident individuals who represent our society and institution with honor, and to be an educational, training, and research institution that can earn respect and compete among its international peers.

Our Mission

To foster the development of chemistry and the development of qualified and experienced young researchers in line with the needs of chemistry-related industries. Furthermore, we aim to leverage the knowledge gained through Chem.ini to increase collaboration with other disciplines to solve the problems of national and regional industrial organizations, thereby enhancing scientific activities such as research, projects, and publications.

Degree Earned

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Degree Level

Bachelor's Degree

Recognition of Prior Learning

Students who have graduated from another formal education institution at the undergraduate or graduate level, or who have dropped out, are exempt from overlapping courses if the content of the courses they have taken in their current program is compatible.

Employment Opportunities

Students who graduate from a Chemistry undergraduate program are awarded the title of "Chemist." The Chemistry department is a field of study that encompasses a wide range of fields, including laboratory work. Graduates may have the opportunity to teach at the Ministry of National Education and private institutions, or they may pursue master's or doctoral degrees in Chemistry and other departments with a chemistry content (such as Pharmacy, Medicine, Food Engineering), and become academics. They have employment opportunities at the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of Environment and Urbanization, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Forestry, hospitals, and many other private and public institutions. Furthermore, with the title of Chemist: They can find employment in sectors such as the plastics industry, pharmaceutical industry, paint industry (petrochemicals), metal industry, textile industry, ceramic industry, cement industry, leather industry, detergent and soap industry, food industry, cosmetics industry, glass industry, environmental analysis laboratories, and biochemistry laboratories. They are particularly likely to work in the R&D departments of industrial production.

Admission and Registration Requirements

High school diploma and Undergraduate Placement Exam score administered by the Council of Higher Education. For international students, high school diploma and Foreign Student Exam score.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

To graduate, students must have earned at least 240 ECTS credits in eight semesters and achieved a diploma grade of 2.00 out of 4.00.

Program Competencies

Program Outcomes

1. Students will acquire sufficient theoretical and practical knowledge in the fundamental concepts of chemistry and will gain the ability to apply this knowledge in research related to the field.

2. They will identify problems in the fundamental and applied areas of chemistry, collect data, develop hypotheses for problem-solving through synthesis, solve problems using various observational and experimental methods, use analytical thinking skills to reach conclusions effectively by using time, and prioritize quality and standards.

3. They will follow the chemistry literature and possess the skills to design and implement experiments, use modern technical equipment, collect data, and analyze results to solve relevant research and problems.

4. In addition to professional development, they will develop in social, cultural, and artistic fields in line with their knowledge and skills.

5. They will effectively use computer software required by chemistry and related fields, as well as information and communication technologies, evaluate results, and apply them when necessary.

6. Using theoretical and practical knowledge in their field, they possess the ability to collect data obtained during relevant studies and analyze, evaluate, and interpret the results.

7. They can conduct research on a research topic related to their field individually and, if necessary, evaluate it based on the competencies and qualifications of their colleagues and participate in teamwork.

8. They have the ability to access scientific information they need from Turkish and foreign sources on chemistry-related topics, update their knowledge, and communicate with colleagues, expressing their thoughts, problems, and solution methods clearly in written, oral, and, when necessary, visual presentations.

9. They acquire lifelong learning skills, stay abreast of current information in their field, and master the relevant topics. They utilize this knowledge in their professional and daily lives with a sense of social responsibility and integrate it into their educational programs.

10. They constantly maintain their knowledge and experience in chemistry, demonstrate a sense of professional ethics and responsibility, and are aware of social, scientific, and ethical values ​​in the collection, interpretation, and dissemination of data in their field.

11. Develops awareness of contemporary issues related to the environment, health, and occupational safety, in line with universal social rights and justice.

Transition to Further Studies

Master's and Doctoral Programs: Students can pursue postgraduate studies in one of the following departments: Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, or Biochemistry.

Measurement and Evaluation

AA 4.0
BA 3.5
BB 3.0
CB 2.5
CC 2.0
DC 1.5
DD 1.0
FF 0.0

Graduation Requirements

A bachelor's degree is awarded to students who have passed all courses and achieved a minimum grade of 2.00 out of 4.00 at the end of eight semesters. Letter Grade AA 4.0 BA 3.5 BB 3.0 CB 2.5 CC 2.0 DC 1.5 DD 1.0 FF 0.0

Learning Method

Full-Time Face-to-Face