Frequently Asked Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – DOUBLE MAJOR PROGRAM (DMP)

When can students apply for the Double Major Program?
Students may apply to a second major program at the beginning of the earliest third semester and the latest fifth semester of their primary degree program.

Who is eligible to apply for the Double Major Program?
Students whose GPA is at least 3.00 out of 4.00 and who rank within the top 20% of their cohort in their primary program may apply for a second major program.

Is it necessary to successfully complete all courses taken before applying?
Yes. Students must successfully complete all courses taken up to the semester of application in their primary program.

Can students apply to more than one Double Major Program at the same time?
No. Students cannot enroll in more than one second major program simultaneously. However, they may be enrolled in both a Double Major and a Minor Program at the same time.

Do students need to take all courses of the Double Major Program?
Yes. The Double Major Program includes all courses of the corresponding undergraduate program.

What is the course load of students enrolled in the Double Major Program?
Students in the Double Major Program use their course load limits separately for both their primary and second major programs.

Are project and graduation requirements mandatory in both programs?
Yes. Students must complete separate project and graduation requirements for both programs. No exemption is granted. Internship equivalency and requirements are determined by the second major department.

Can students transfer to the Double Major Program?
Students may transfer to the Double Major Program if they meet the requirements for internal transfer in their primary program.

Does failure in the Double Major Program affect the primary program?
No. The Double Major Program does not affect the student’s academic success or graduation in their primary program.

What GPA is required to graduate from the Double Major Program?
Students are eligible for a Double Major diploma if their GPA is at least 2.71 out of 4.00 after graduating from their primary program. The GPA may fall below 2.71 once during the program; however, if it falls below 2.71 a second time, the student is dismissed from the Double Major Program.

When does a student graduate from the primary program if enrolled in a Double Major?
Students receive their primary degree diploma only after completing and graduating from their primary program.

Are Double Major courses shown on the transcript?
Yes. Approved equivalent courses taken in the second major program are shown on the transcript.

How long can students continue in the Double Major Program?
Students who have completed their primary degree but not their second major may continue within the maximum duration defined by Article 44/c of Law No. 2547.

When is a student dismissed from the Double Major Program?
Students who do not enroll in courses for two consecutive semesters are dismissed from the program. Time spent in international exchange programs is not counted.

Do Double Major courses affect GPA?
No. Courses taken in the Double Major Program are shown in the transcript and diploma supplement but are not included in the GPA.

Can students pursue a graduate program while in the Double Major Program?
Yes. Students may enroll in a graduate program after completing their primary undergraduate degree, even while continuing the Double Major Program. Tuition fees for the graduate program apply.

What is the tuition fee for the Double Major Program?
Students pay only the tuition fee of their primary program until graduation. After graduating from the primary program, they continue paying the fee determined for the Double Major program.

What happens if Double Major quotas are full?
If applications exceed quotas, students are ranked based on GPA. In case of a tie, entrance exam scores and ranking are considered.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – MINOR PROGRAM

Does the Minor Program replace a diploma?
No. Students completing a Minor Program receive a certificate only; it does not replace a diploma.

How many credits is the Minor Program?
The Minor Program consists of at least 18 credits or the equivalent of 30 ECTS credits.

When can students apply for the Minor Program?
Students may apply at the beginning of the earliest third semester and the latest sixth semester.

Who can apply for the Minor Program?
Students who have successfully completed all credit-bearing courses in their primary program up to the application semester may apply.

What GPA is required for application?
A minimum GPA of 2.50 out of 4.00 is required.

Can students apply to multiple Minor Programs?
Yes, but they may enroll in only one Minor Program.

Can students be enrolled in both Minor and Double Major Programs?
Yes, students may be enrolled in both programs simultaneously.

Can students reapply to the same Minor Program after dismissal?
No. Students dismissed from a Minor Program cannot reapply to the same program.

Who determines the courses in the Minor Program?
Courses are determined by the relevant departments and approved by the Faculty Boards and the Senate.

When is a student dismissed from the Minor Program?
Students who do not take courses for two consecutive semesters are dismissed. Exchange semesters are not counted.

Do Minor Program courses affect GPA?
No. Minor courses are shown on transcripts but are not included in GPA calculations.

Can a student receive a Minor certificate before graduation?
No. The Minor certificate is awarded only upon graduation from the primary program.