The Civil Engineering PhD Program is managed and developed in accordance with the principles of quality assurance and continuous improvement in higher education. The program's educational processes are conducted in compliance with MÜDEK criteria, national postgraduate education legislation, and the university's quality policies.
Program management is ensured through coordination between the department, the postgraduate education institute, and relevant academic boards. The curriculum, course content, and research activities are linked to the defined program objectives and outcomes, and are regularly reviewed and updated.
As part of quality assurance, course evaluation surveys, student and alumni feedback, academic performance indicators, advisory board opinions, and sector and stakeholder contributions are systematically monitored and analyzed. Based on the data obtained, the program's educational content, teaching methods, and research activities are continuously improved.
The program adopts a transparent, participatory, and accountable management approach. The opinions of faculty members, students, and external stakeholders are considered in academic decision-making processes; thus, the program's relevance, sustainability, and national/international competitiveness are enhanced.
Furthermore, research activities within the doctoral program are conducted within the framework of ethical guidelines, and scientific integrity and publication ethics are adopted as fundamental principles.
Last updated: 26 October 2026