The department offers two different undergraduate programs, Turkish and English, and the education is planned in accordance with the European Union directives. Nursing education is supported by courses equipped with theoretical knowledge and practical training in simulation laboratories equipped with advanced technological equipment.
What are the Educational Goals?
The Department of Nursing aims to train nurses who prioritize individual, family and community health, are committed to ethical values, can think creatively and critically, embrace lifelong learning, and have professional knowledge and skills at national and international standards. Our students gain the competence to manage care and treatment processes in clinical environments and simulation laboratories, and have the opportunity to gain different cultural and professional experiences through international exchange programs.
What Qualifications Does It Offer to Its Graduates?
Department graduates:
- Provides optimal care services for individuals, families and society.
- Can integrate scientific and technological developments into nursing practice.
- Can take an active role in professional teams with effective communication and leadership skills.
- Can work in accordance with national and international health standards.
- Those who want to pursue an academic career can access postgraduate education opportunities.
- In accordance with European Union directives, students gain basic and advanced knowledge in the field of nursing through 4600 hours of theoretical and practical courses.
What facilities does the department have?
The Department of Nursing offers a modern and comprehensive physical infrastructure:
- Academic Staff: The vocational courses in the program are carried out by academicians who are experts in their fields, while courses in basic medicine, science and social sciences are given with the contributions of faculty members from relevant disciplines.
- 564.90 m² Nursing Skills Laboratory and Simulation Laboratory: Areas equipped with advanced technology where students receive practical training.
- Simulated Operating Room and Anatomy Laboratories: Provides a realistic clinical experience.
- Atlas University Library: A learning center open 7/24, equipped with extensive resources and private study areas.
- Clinical Education Opportunities: Extensive practice opportunities in Atlas University Hospital and other healthcare institutions.
- International Exchange Programs: Global experience opportunity for students with Erasmus, Mevlana and Farabi programs.
- Minor and/or Double Major: Our students have the opportunity to do a minor and/or double major among different faculties and faculty departments within our university.
How many years does the nursing department take?
Nursing Department, is a 4-year undergraduate program and accepts students based on the numerical score in the YKS (AYT) exam.
In Which Fields Can Graduates Work?
Graduates of the Department of Nursing have a wide employment network:
- They can work as nurses in university and public hospitals and private health institutions.
- They can take part in management and coordination positions.
- For those who want to pursue an academic career, they can continue with postgraduate and doctoral programs.
- They can specialize in areas such as public health nursing, surgical nursing, and obstetrics and gynecology nursing.
- They can take their careers to a global level by working in international healthcare institutions.