The Physical Education and Sports Teaching Department is an academic program that aims to train professionals who will work as teachers, coaches, and other educators in schools and sports institutions in the future, by providing education in the field of physical education and sports. In this department, students are given information about the physical, psychological, and sociological aspects of sports, while also gaining training in teaching techniques and pedagogical formation. Graduates can pursue careers in various fields such as physical education teacher, sports coach, sports manager, and sports psychologist. This department offers an education that emphasizes physical health, teamwork, leadership, and the benefits of sports on human health.

Our graduates can work as physical education and sports teachers in state and private schools affiliated with the Ministry of National Education, work as specialists within the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and also pursue careers as sports trainers or managers in sports clubs, federations, and various institutions. Graduates who wish to pursue an academic career can continue their education in master's and doctoral programs.

The undergraduate program in Physical Education and Sports Teaching lasts 4 years (8 semesters).

Yes. Students are required to attend classes.

Our program includes courses in educational sciences and subject matter knowledge, as well as courses in sports sciences. In addition, practical courses are implemented, balancing theory and practice.

Yes. Our students gain professional experience by doing internships in schools affiliated with the Ministry of National Education as part of their teaching practice and school experience courses.

Yes. Our students can participate in Erasmus and other exchange programs through partner universities.

Our graduates can work as physical education teachers in state and private schools affiliated with the Ministry of National Education, as instructors in sports clubs and various sports institutions, or continue their academic careers.

In the physical education teaching program, in addition to the basic branches such as football, basketball, volleyball, handball, athletics, swimming, and gymnastics, training is also provided in different sports branches within the scope of elective courses.

Yes. Our students receive practical training in our university's sports halls, indoor/outdoor fields, and laboratories. They also gain direct experience in a school environment through teaching practice.

Yes. To enter the Physical Education and Sports Teaching Department, you must first take the TYT (Basic Proficiency Test). After obtaining a sufficient score on the TYT exam, admission to the Physical Education and Sports Teaching Department is done through the Special Aptitude Test (ÖZYES) administered by ÖSYM (Student Selection and Placement Center). This exam consists of tests that measure the candidates' physical abilities, and you must pass them. Additionally, there is usually a ranking threshold of 800,000 for the department, meaning you need to pass the exam and be within a certain ranking. Following the aptitude test, placement is made according to the department's quota, considering both your TYT score and your physical performance.

At Istanbul Aydın University, students taking the English Proficiency Exam (İYS) are admitted to departments that offer English-language education. Those who pass this exam can directly start their departmental courses, while those who fail can optionally attend a one-year preparatory class. The preparatory class offers an intensive training program to improve language skills, and successful students can transfer to their departments after the preparatory class.

ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) is a credit system that measures the total workload of a student in a course. One ECTS credit represents the total study time a student spends on a course and is generally equivalent to 25-30 hours of study. At Istanbul Aydın University, 30 ECTS credits are taken each semester, and a total of 240 ECTS credits are required for graduation. This generally means taking 60 ECTS credits each year for a 4-year undergraduate program.

Summer school at Istanbul Aydın University is for students to take courses they could not take or failed during the academic year.