The Arabic Language Teaching Program, conducted within the Faculty of Education at Istanbul Aydın University, is an undergraduate degree program. The duration of the program is four years, comprising a total of 240 ECTS credits. Prior to enrolling in the undergraduate program, students are required to successfully complete a one-year compulsory Arabic Preparatory Program or pass the Arabic Proficiency (Exemption) Examination.
The curriculum includes compulsory courses, field knowledge courses, professional teaching courses, general culture courses, practicum courses, and elective courses. The language of instruction is Turkish; however, some courses are delivered in Arabic. The annual student quota is 20, although this number may vary from year to year.
The primary aim of the Arabic Language Teaching Program is to train qualified Arabic and Vocational Arabic teachers who possess strong field knowledge and are proficient in contemporary teaching methods and techniques, and who are capable of working in schools affiliated with the Ministry of National Education. In addition, the program aims to provide a solid academic foundation for students who wish to pursue an academic career.
The program was established in the 2013–2014 academic year and began admitting students in the same year. The curriculum is implemented in accordance with the programs determined by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) and has been structured based on the updated Faculty of Education curriculum that has been in effect since the 2018–2019 academic year.
The Arabic Language Teaching Undergraduate Program at Istanbul Aydın University (IAU) has been structured in line with the aims and objectives determined by the authorized institutions. The program has been prepared based on the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ), developed within the scope of the Bologna Process, and the relevant field qualifications. During the 2024–2025 academic year, the program was officially registered in the Turkish Qualifications Framework (TYÇ) database on 25 March 2025 with the qualification code TR0030027854. The program meets the ECTS workload and qualification level requirements defined for Level 6 qualifications in the TYYÇ.
The program is conducted at the Halit Aydın Campus of Istanbul Aydın University and is supported by an academic staff specialized in the field. In addition, the Faculty also offers Thesis and Non-Thesis Master’s Programs in Arabic Language Education.
Prof. Dr. Nevzat Hafis YANIK
Head of the Arabic Language Teaching Program