2019-2020 Academic Year Akdeniz University Erasmus+ Incoming Students Info Pack

2019-2020 Academic Year
     Akdeniz University
         Erasmus+
Incoming Students Info Pack

         www.akdeniz.edu.tr/en

AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY

Akdeniz University was founded in Antalya in 1982, and provides education and training leading to
internationally recognised qualifications in 23 Faculties, 7 Graduate Schools, 4 Schools, 12 Vocational
Schools and 1 Conservatory which together provide 457 separate programmes at the level of associate
degree, master's degree, doctorate degree, as well as specialisation in medicine, for around 70,000
students.

Akdeniz University attaches the highest importance to internationalization within the changing environment
demanded by growing globalisation. Within this context, Akdeniz University aims to develop an
internationalization strategy and approach which is appropriate for the provision of education, training,
research and service in a systematic way, which will increase the quality of work that we deliver in these fields,
and which will in turn strengthen both our regional and global position. Within the framework of its
internalization strategy, Akdeniz University provides valuable international education opportunities for
its students through participation in the European Union Education and Youth Programmes (Erasmus+
Programme), the Bologna Process, the Mevlana and Farabi Exchange Programmes, as well as the IAESTE
Programme and bilateral cooperation activities.

Where is Akdeniz University?
Akdeniz University is the leading higher education and scientific research centre in the West
Mediterranean region of Turkey. It is located in Antalya, one of the tourism capitals of Turkey and the
world.

        Turkey

AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE

International Relations Office (IRO) was established to make the best contribution to the
internationalisation strategy of Akdeniz University, enabling the effective and sustainable implementation
of our internationalization strategies in a way which takes into account the new conditions which have been
introduced into the higher education system in the field of internationalization. The IRO is
responsible for European Union Education and Youth Programmes, (Erasmus+ Programme), the
Bologna Process, the Mevlana and Farabi Exchange Programmes and IAESTE, as well as international
cooperation activities with universities abroad and the coordination of international students, and the
international activities of the university. The IRO also takes care of services such as the “Eurodesk” Contact
Point, which was created as a European Knowledge Transfer Network which can provide information to
young people about European opportunities in the education and youth area, and how they can benefit from
these opportunities.

2019-2020 ACADEMIC YEAR AKDENIZ
                                  UNIVERSITY INFORMATION PACKAGE FOR
                                          ERASMUS+ STUDENTS

This information is addressed to you who are preparing your study period at Akdeniz University
in the framework of the ERASMUS+. The Erasmus+ team wishes you a successful time studying
and an enjoyable stay in Antalya!

  Official Name                                        AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY

  Erasmus+ ID Code                                    TRANTALYA01

  PIC Number                                          998145036

  Rector                                              Prof. Dr. Mustafa ÜNAL

  Advisor to the Rector for International Relations   Prof. Dr. Binnur Genç İLTER

  Erasmus+ Institutional Coordinator                  Lect. Halime Nuran CANER

                                                      Phone: +90 242 310 6012
                                                      E-mail: incoming@akdeniz.edu.tr
                                                              erasmus@akdeniz.edu.tr

  Erasmus+ Incoming Students / Staff Officer           Yasin GÜLMEZ

                                                      Phone: +90 242 310 21 39
                                                      E-mail: incoming@akdeniz.edu.tr

Erasmus+ Outgoing Students Officer            Derya LÖKÇÜ

                                             Phone: +90 242 310 21 25
                                             E-mail: deryal@akdeniz.edu.tr

Erasmus+ Bilateral Agreements / Budget       Esra GÜLOĞLU

                                             Phone: +90 242 310 28 24
                                             E-mail: esraguloglu@akdeniz.edu.tr

Erasmus+ Outgoing Students / Staff Officer   Özge KAYA

                                             Phone: +90 242 310 66 40
                                             E-mail: okaya@akdeniz.edu.tr

Official Language Of Instruction              Turkish, with a growing number of
                                             courses in English. English courses
                                             are provided for Erasmus+ students.
Akdeniz University Catalogue and Video       http://erasmus.akdeniz.edu.tr/en

Organization of the Academic Year
                                  2019/2020
 Application       1st Semester (Autumn):                     2nd Semester (Spring):
 Deadlines            30th August 2019                         30th December 2019

                 Expected date is mid-September.           Expected date is the last week of
Arrival Dates   Students will be informed about the       January. Students will be informed
                     exact date by e-mail.                  about the exact date by e-mail.

Examination      Expected date is mid-September.           Expected date is the last week of
                Students will be informed about the       January. Students will be informed
   Period            exact date by e-mail.                  about the exact date by e-mail.
 Orientation        Expected date is mid-September.      Expected date is the last week of January.
                   Students will be informed about the       Students will be informed about the
 Programme               exact date by email.                      exact date by email.

Erasmus+ Application Materials
 Learning Agreement
 Official transcript(s)
 Copy of ID page of passport

As a part of the online application, incoming exchange students will submit their tentative learning
agreements with their course selections. Courses offered are subject to change. Final course registration
will take place in the beginning of each semester, during the course registration period and add/drop
period stated on the academic calendar. Students are obliged to complete the necessary paperwork and
receive approvals within thegiven deadlines.
Course Load The regular course load in the Fall and Spring semesters is 30 ECTS credits. If students
need to take more credit additional approvals may be required.
Add/Drop Period Students finalize their Learning Agreements during the first two weeks. Add/Drop
period is 21 - 27 September 2018 for Fall semester and 1 - 7 February2019 for Spring semester.
Exams
End-of-semester examinations are administered during
the examination period as announced on the academic
calendar. No special early exams can be arranged
for the incoming exchange students.
Grading
A student's course performance is evaluated by the relevant course instructor based on mid- term
examinations and assignments, as well as attendance, if applicable, and the results of the end-of-semester
examinations. For every course taken by a student, the relevant course instructor assigns a grade to the
student within the announced dates on the academic calendar. We use the ECTS credit system and the
grading system is standard American letter grade. The minimum passing grade is 'D'. Grade F indicates
thatthestudent failedthecourse.

Learning Expectations
Students are required to attend all courses, applied exercises, laboratory sessions, projects, examinations
and other related academic activities for which they are registered. The effect of attendance on the grade
calculation shall be announced by the instructor at the beginning of the semester.
Transcripts
Akdeniz University issues ECTS Transcripts automatically to all incoming Erasmus exchange students.
Non-Erasmus exchange students are issued transcripts in English. They are sent to partner institution
International Offices/Study Abroad Offices directly within 5 weeks after the grading period.
Consulate Address
Please check the following link to find Turkish Embassies or Consulates abroad:
http://www.mfa.gov.tr/turkish-representations.en.mfa
Residence Permit
http://erasmus.akdeniz.edu.tr/frequently-asked-questions.i454.visa-process-residence- permit
Housing
Akdeniz University cannot provide dormitory accommodation for exchange students. However,
there are a variety of apart hotels and private dormitories around the campus. It is also possible for
students to rent flats.
Academic Expenses
No tuition fees for exchange students. Students are responsible of purchasing their text books and
covering their personal expenses.

Health Related
Health services for both the staff and students of Akdeniz University
are provided at an outpatient clinic in the Medico-Social Centre. From
there they may be transferred to other health institutions for further
examination and treatment if necessary.

The costs of medication and treatment for students who have no social
insurance provision for either themselves or family members
(spouse or parents) are covered by the special budget by way of medical
reports issued by the Health, Culture and Sports Directorate.
Psychological Consultancy and Guidance
The primary aim of the Psychological Counselling and Guidance Unit is to protect the mental health of
students and personnel by means of individual psychotherapy. Psychological Consultation and
Guidance Services are undertaken by psychiatrists, psychologists and social services experts.

Psychotherapy treatments can help individuals to feel more able to achieve their goals in life by enabling them
to take the control of their emotions, thoughts and actions. The objective is to allow individuals to get to
know themselves better, to decrease psychological stress if it is present, to eliminate behavioral
disorders, and to enable the positive growth and development of personality.

Visa Requirements
Please check with the nearest Turkish Embassy/Consulate or on the internet 8
http://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa whether you are required a student visa or
not. Incoming exchange students may be required to obtain a student visa for the duration of their academic
stay in Turkey. In such a case, after receiving the Acceptance Letter from Akdeniz University, exchange
students should apply directly in person at the local Turkish Embassy or Consulate for a student visa.
Please be advised that the visa process may take 6-8 weeks.
Students, who need student visa, can inform our office and receive their acceptance and support
letters from our office.
Information for Exchange Students Website
http://erasmus.akdeniz.edu.tr/en#i

2019 Public Holidays in Turkey

New Year's Day                   1 January 2019
National Independence Day        23 April 2019
Labour Day                       1 May 2019
Youth and Sports Day             19 May 2019
Ramadan Festival Eve             04 June 2019 (1/2 Day)
Ramadan Festival                 05-07 June 2019
Democracy and National Unity 15 July 2019
Day
Victory Day                      30 August 2019
Muslim Festival of Sacrifices Eve 11 August 2019 (1/2 Day)
Muslim Festival of Sacrifices     12-15 August 2019
Republic Day                     29 October 2019
               2020 Public Holidays in Turkey
New Year's Day                   1 January 2020
National Independence Day        23 April 2020
Labour Day                       1 May 2020
Youth and Sports Day             19 May 2020
Ramadan Festival Eve             23 May 2019 (1/2 Day)
Ramadan Festival                 24-26 May 2020
Democracy and National Unity 15 July 2020
Day
Muslim Festival of Sacrifices Eve 30 July 2019 (1/2 Day)

Muslim Festival of Sacrifices     31 July - 4 August 2020

Victory Day                      30 August 2020

Republic Day                     29 October 2020

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